ESG: Environment

This year, we're reporting our carbon footprint at Group level for the first time, combining Evri Limited, Coll‑8 and Evri Premium following their acquisition during 2025/26. This gives a more comprehensive view of emissions across our operations and supports greater transparency in how we track and manage them.

As this is a transitional year of reporting, these figures aren't directly comparable to prior years, which covered Evri Limited only. FY2026/27 will be our first full year of reporting for the enlarged Group, and will serve as the baseline against which we measure future performance.

We use an ISO 14064-certified carbon accounting system, generating monthly reports shared with clients and senior leadership, helping us track performance against our Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

Switching to zero-emission vehicles reduces our contribution to air pollution, though some sources — like brake pads and tyres — will remain regardless of fuel type. Electric vans have zero tailpipe emissions, reducing pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter, and are also significantly quieter than diesel models, helping to reduce noise pollution in the urban areas where it matters most to residents.

For our remaining diesel and petrol vans, we use telemetry data to reduce idling time — which can produce up to twice as many tailpipe emissions as an active engine. We also work with local authorities on urban air quality and congestion initiatives.

Inside our hubs, we're updating our occupational noise assessments at sites with large sortation equipment — including a completed assessment at our Rugby hub and a planned assessment at Warrington. From 2026/27, we'll introduce routine on-site engineering checks each quarter, and continue exploring engineering controls to reduce noise at source.

Our infrastructure of hubs, depots and delivery units is a key part of our roadmap to become a low-carbon delivery business. We've converted 100% of our purchased electricity to REGO-backed (Renewable Energy Guarantee of Origin) UK renewables — including solar, wind and hydropower — across our whole operation.

Our flagship 55-acre 'superhub' at Barnsley, which opened in 2022, includes solar panels, rainwater harvesting and acoustic bunds to reduce noise pollution, alongside a substantial biodiversity area supporting local wildlife and more than 25,000 newly planted trees and hedgerows.

We're continuing to invest in energy efficiency across our estate, including ongoing LED lighting upgrades, enhancements to building management systems, and exploring HVAC optimisation to reduce overall consumption. On-site renewable generation is also growing, with solar panels now installed at 11 locations, and audits underway to identify further opportunities to expand solar capacity.

We continue to audit our hubs and depots, prioritising locations performing below recycling targets. Site visits review waste sources, contamination levels, employee behaviours, and — new this year — waste volume per parcel, helping us benchmark performance and improve segregation at source.

Our recycling targets remain 85% at hubs and 50% at depots, aligned with our zero-waste-to-landfill commitment. We're relaunching employee training on waste handling and segregation, supported by new site signage and initiatives such as 'Reuse a Box', and we work with clients to help minimise incoming waste. Monthly waste reports and KPIs are monitored by our ESG Steering Committee to ensure ongoing visibility and accountability.

We continue to invest in upgraded baling equipment, improved site infrastructure, and stronger partnerships with waste specialists to support consistent segregation and recycling quality across all Evri Group sites.