Russell Group Partners with Trident Utilities to Accelerate Net-Zero Emissions Goal

Russell Group is proud to announce a strategic three-year partnership with Trident Utilities, a renowned energy and carbon consultancy. This collaboration marks a key step towards achieving our commitment to the Climate Pledge and reflects our dedication to driving positive change across our industry.

While we celebrate 55 years of business excellence this year, our focus today is on shaping a sustainable future. Through this partnership with Trident Utilities, we are taking meaningful steps toward reducing our environmental impact.

A Partnership Built for the Future

The partnership with Trident Utilities is designed to provide expert guidance in carbon and energy management, helping Russell Group:

• Establish Reliable Emissions Data: Creating a clear baseline for tracking and reducing our carbon footprint.
• Improve Scope 3 Emissions Reporting: Meeting rising industry expectations for comprehensive emissions reporting.
• Set Defined Targets and Pathways: Developing structured strategies for achieving our net-zero emissions goal.

Sustainability at the Core of Our Operations

Our sustainability strategy is underpinned by three key pillars:

·         Social Responsibility: Supporting employees, customers, and communities.

·         Environmental Stewardship: Continuously improving operations to reduce emissions, minimise waste, and enhance energy efficiency.

·         Ethical Business Practices: Upholding integrity, transparency, and responsible sourcing throughout our supply chain.

We are already implementing a range of initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, including:

·         Carbon Footprint Calculator: Analysing emissions data to guide our sustainability efforts.

·         Road to Rail: Expanding intermodal solutions to reduce road emissions.

·         Sustainable Road Freight: Investing in fuel-efficient and alternative fuel vehicles.

·         Fleet Procurement & Upgrades: Prioritising sustainability in vehicle selection and replacement.

·         Waste Management: Improving recycling efforts and reducing landfill waste.

Looking Ahead

Through this partnership with Trident Utilities, Russell Group will be better equipped to achieve our sustainability goals, positioning us to apply for the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework and further solidifying our commitment to a sustainable future. We are confident in our ability to lead the way toward a greener industry.