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Sodexo UK & Ireland has been shortlisted in seven categories across three prestigious, national awards for sustainability excellence this autumn. This recognition reflects Sodexo’s purposeful approach to delivering its food, hospitality and FM services, ensuring its growth and operations are sustainable and positively impact the communities in which it operates.
The business has been recognised for its work towards net zero including its supplier engagement strategy and for its Starting Fresh initiative to encourage employers to consider ex-offenders when recruiting.
Sodexo UK & Ireland is a finalist in the following awards and categories, winners will be announced in early October and late November.
Reuters Sustainability Awards
- Net Zero: Leadership Award
- Net Zero: Supply Chain Decarbonisation Award
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award
- Supply Chain Initiative of the Year
- Carbon Reduction Programme
- Net-Zero Strategy of the Year
- Supply Chain Decarbonisation Project of the Year
Claire Atkins Morris, Sustainability Director, Sodexo UK & Ireland commented: “Reaching the final of these prestigious awards is, of course, a source of great pride for us. Yet more importantly, it reinforces our belief that we are doing the right things, in the right ways to achieve the best possible outcomes for our colleagues, those we serve and the communities in which we operate.
“As a purpose-led business we are committed to working towards net zero, increasing the sustainability of our operations and creating greater social mobility and opportunities for all. We never lose sight of the fact that this can be a complex and difficult challenge. With multiple data sets and action levers across business activities it isn’t easy but our commitment and values ensures we persevere. To be shortlisted is humbling and a testament to the work of our colleagues providing services to millions of people every day in a way that is responsible, caring and sustainable.”
Sodexo’s 2024 social impact report provides a comprehensive overview of the actions Sodexo has taken over the last three years to create meaningful impact for its people, planet, places and partners. It showcases compelling data and case studies bringing to life the ways in which the business – in partnership with its clients and suppliers – has addressed a variety of societal challenges.
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