As we gear up for the year ahead, it's crucial to take a moment to look back at our achievements over the past 12 months. We're proud of the strides we've made and are committed to stepping up to build on this success and drive real change in the world. These numbers represent our genuine impact. But what do they actually mean? - Treating water and removing contaminants – means we’re safeguarding nature and biodiversity. 💧 - Supporting renewable energy projects – means we’re contributing to the tripling of renewable energy by 2030. 🔋 - Contributing expertise to strategic partners– means we’re supporting them to make a lasting impact across biodiversity, climate action, and social sustainability. 🤝 - Leading the global conversation on sustainability– means we’re providing businesses with actionable insights to help understand the risks and opportunities created by the sustainability transformation. 🌏 - Engaging executives to drive safety leadership – means we’re helping leaders create a safer, healthier, more engaged, and more productive workforce. 👷♀️ While we’re proud of these achievements, we’re also excited about stepping up to drive more action. Let's continue striving for a brighter and more sustainable future together!
We are delighted to launch ERM's 2024 Sustainability Report: Stepping Up. The scale of the sustainability challenges facing society is growing and without significant action, the consequences are likely to be irreversible. It is time for the world to step up to accelerate impact. At ERM, we have been stepping up: - We have updated our Decarbonization Strategy to align with net-zero science-based targets approved under the SBTi Net-Zero Standard, committing us to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. - We have delivered nature projects in over 100 countries and are stepping up towards a nature positive future with our updated Nature Strategy and early adoption of the Taskforce for Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TFND). - We have updated our Human Rights Strategy and reaffirm our commitment to the UN Declaration of Human Rights. - We have launched our new strategy around Sustainable Supply Chain Management, recognizing the importance of our suppliers in reaching our sustainability goals. - We have intensified our efforts to assess the impacts of our client work, ensuring that we drive positive outcomes and sustainable practices across all our projects. Every day, our global teams are dedicated to making a difference and driving real impact on a larger scale. Together with our #ERMFoundation, we will continue to step up to shape a sustainable future. Discover the full report at: www.erm.com/sustainability-report/
Karen Aitchison, Global Head of Mental Health and Wellbeing at ERM, explains what PRIDE is all about - for her, for the LGBTQ+ community, and for ERM in the shape of this year’s campaign. ”For me, “Supporting without Exceptions“ is transcending performative allyship. While PRIDE is often associated with fun, flags, and festivals, genuine allyship involves self-reflection, a commitment to learning and listening, and, most importantly, the courage to intervene. ”By striving for this, I believe we can create more psychologically safe workplaces for the LGBTQ+ community.” #Pride #Pride2024
The Global Renewables Alliance (GRA) has released its action agenda on #3xRenewables, detailing essential policy recommendations to achieve the tripling of renewable energy set at COP28. ERM is one of the companies that is proudly supporting this initiative. The agenda, titled ‘Actions to Deliver 3x Renewables by 2030,’ provides detailed recommendations for policymakers to unlock the key barriers and accelerate renewable energy deployment. It builds on the collaborative report by GRA, the COP28 Presidency, and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), setting the foundation for the global renewables target secured at COP28. The agenda emphasizes action in four core areas: -Finance 💰 Mobilising USD 10 trillion in renewables investment, especially in emerging markets. -Supply Chains 🚚 Enhancing supply chain resilience and sustainability. -Permits 📃 Accelerating permitting processes to expedite project development. -Grids 🔌 Optimising and expanding grid infrastructure to integrate renewable energy. Learn more about the new action agenda below.
In the nineteenth episode of “Sustainable Connections,“ host Mark Lee talks to Eli A., Managing Director on the BeyondNetZero team at General Atlantic, and Manuela Fumarola, Consulting Director at ERM, about how private equity funds can take advantage of new opportunities to scale climate investment. Their conversation covers: -Scaling investment in climate tech that offers cost savings to customers -Opportunities for climate investment in the agricultural sector -Measuring the impact of climate private equity investment -Climate private equity exit strategies Listen to it below.
We are absolutely thrilled to share that ERM has received the THIS CAN HAPPEN award for the Best New Workplace Approach to Mental Wellbeing. This award is given to a workplace that has recognized the importance of mental well-being and, within the past 18 months, has taken steps to change the culture via a holistic and focused approach. We’ve been recognized for our “Security to Thrive” program, praised by judges as a “brilliant holistic initiative.” The program addresses the growing need for a more human-centric approach to mental health and well-being by educating individuals on the physiological aspects of stress responses, providing practical tools for emotional regulation, and, drawing on insights from neuroscience, explores ways to enhance empathy and social connections. With a strong focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), the program actively explores how to create a working environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Participants report heightened self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and enhanced stress management. Senior leaders also observe that the program has deepened their understanding of colleagues' emotional experiences and positively influenced their conflict resolution and feedback skills, all of which contribute to a thriving work environment. Learn more about the awards and ERM’s approach to creating thriving workplaces on the link below.
Meet Jess McIver - our inspirational Technical Managing Consultant, currently embarking on an extraordinary mission in rowing around the coast of Great Britain to gather crucial data that will shape the understanding of the British coastal environment. ERM is proud to be one of the Sea Change Row sponsors and support Jess and the rest of the crew—five remarkable female environmental professionals. During their journey, they will not only be pushing themselves to break the world record for completing the continuous and unsupported 2000-mile journey in under 44 days but also navigating through some of the most challenging waters known for their strong tides. For Jess, this project is more than just a challenge. It's a chance to make a difference. "After supporting a cross-Atlantic rowing team in London, I knew I wanted to do something equally as challenging. When a colleague shared the opportunity to join the Sea Change team, I jumped at the chance," she explains. "We have a unique opportunity to bring a new perspective to the ocean and inspire others to protect our coastline. Let's all open our eyes to the beauty and fragility of our oceans and work together to safeguard its future." To support the team, you can keep up to date with their progress on LinkedIn (Sea Change Row) and Instagram (@seachange_gbrow) or visit their website, which will have a tracker to follow them live Currently off the coast of Dorset!) https://www.seachangerow.earth/
Company culture is created by the employees, so we want everyone to know the contributions ERMers make in creating a great place to work and bringing to life what we do. Sharing what led them to ERM, how they discovered their passion, and the unexpected surprises that create our unique culture, this is our people at their best, showing the incredible impact they have, and how it constantly shapes a sustainable future. Check out https://www.erm.com/careers/life-at-erm/
Meet Greg Ross, Principal Environmental Engineer & Team Leader in our Brisbane office. He shares how growing up in small mining communities has made him understand firsthand the challenges of mine closure and has allowed him to see its impact on the community and the landscape. Now, he’s proudly working with some of the brightest minds, dealing with constantly evolving issues like mine closure and rehabilitation and making a positive mark on the world. Discover how Greg sees his role as a team leader and mentor and the support he gives and receives from the people around him.
Inclusivity, solidarity, and cultural diversity are so important to us at ERM. We want every person who works with us to feel supported, welcomed, and valued. As part of this ongoing commitment, we recently launched the Asian Professional Network employee resource group (ERG) to foster discussion and connection with ERMers worldwide who identify as Asian and their allies who are passionate about Asian culture, history, and experiences. Aligned with this ERG is a new global observance —the Asian Cultural Exchange, which our people have been celebrating globally throughout May. The Asian Cultural Exchange provides an opportunity to unite and promote the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, contributions, and achievements of Asian communities. LinkedIn carries some thoughts from our colleagues on the month's theme, “Embracing Cultural Diversity.”
