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Sustainability

OUR PURPOSE

‘Creating our best world, a ton at a time’

Our sustainability and net zero commitments go well beyond corporate image and reputation.

The lives of billions of people around the world, and the integrity of ecosystems are at risk of irreversible damage due to the unsustainable extraction of natural resources and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The consequence of inaction poses the largest threat to the wellbeing of our planet.

‘Creating Our Best World, a Ton at a Time’ is our Purpose and our pledge to protect the globe’s natural capital, while fostering the social and economic development of the wider community.

By adopting a 'People', 'Planet', and 'Prosperity' approach, CDE strives to elevate the wellbeing of its people and the wider community while working towards net zero operations by at least 2050.

Our Taskforce

At CDE we have a dedicated taskforce focusing on Sustainability. This taskforce is comprised of three separate pillars – The Education Committee, Environmental & Net Zero Committee, and the Safety & Wellbeing Committee – each with their own strategic plan and roadmap aligned to the overarching strategy.

Environmental Impact and Commitment

Our commitment to the environment is at the heart of everything we do. We focus on delivering innovative solutions that promote resource efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact. By championing circular economy principles, we strive to turn waste into valuable resources, reduce pollution, and drive sustainability across industries. Our approach not only supports our customers in achieving their environmental goals but also helps to create a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Each year, billions of tons of soil are discarded worldwide, representing a substantial waste of valuable resources. In many regions, the potential of this waste stream remains largely untapped. When treated and repurposed, discarded soils hold significant potential to:

Mitigate sand scarcity
Alleviate pressure on diminishing landfill space
Reduce unnecessary emissions
Enhance the economic viability of infrastructure projects
And more...

Together with our customers we are diverting tens of millions of tons of material from landfill each year, protecting sands in areas where natural reserves are in decline, and enabling production to happen closer to markets.

We are minimizing environmental impact.

We are creating game-changing solutions.

We are prioritizing people and the planet.

Our Net Zero Pledge

We are committed to:

Decreasing our Scope 1 & 2 net emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving a complete reduction of 100% net emissions by at least 2050, measured from the base year (2022).
Actively involving our supply chain in emission reduction efforts and striving for a 100% reduction in our Scope 3 net emissions by at least 2050, again measured from the base year.

Social Commitment:

Our commitment to social responsibility is rooted in tangible actions, strategic initiatives, and an unwavering dedication to the wellbeing of our employees as well as the communities in which we operate.

Culture & Engagement Team

The Culture & Engagement team are responsible for delivering the annual Culture & Community plan. This includes a range of events and initiatives aligned to the CDE values of ‘Create Excitement’ and ‘Elevate Each Other’.

Our Culture Plan details all the ways we hope to create excitement, while our Community Plan is packed with events and initiatives aligned with our four community focus areas:

People most in need
Young people
Learning & STEM
Environment & conservation

Wellbeing & Mental Health

The Culture and Engagement team also leads the Mental Health First Aid program in CDE. Additionally, the Culture and Engagement team plays a leading role in our wellbeing and engagement surveys, which help inform our Wellbeing Strategy.

Wellbeing Strategy:

The Wellbeing Strategy incorporates four types of wellbeing, with various elements under each. The four types of wellbeing are Mental, Physical, Financial and Social, encompassing twelve wellbeing elements.

Health & Safety:

In alignment with our overarching Zero Harm ethos, CDE exemplifies its dedication to a secure working environment through monthly performance reporting at the board level, comprehensive governance reviews, and a robust safety portal empowering employees to report incidents, near misses, and hazards.

Our aspiration is to maintain a working environment free from all potential risks that could harm our employees and those impacted by our work.

Standards and Certificates:

We operate a management system which complies with the international standard ISO 45001: 2018, which is audited annually by a third-party UKAS accredited audit company.

Our standards and certificates include: