What ESG actions were taken in 2024, and what are the goals for 2025?
At Ernest Partners, 2024 was another year of deepening our commitment to ESG. We took some concrete actions to enhance sustainability and promote social responsibility.
In 2024:
• We organized a Climate Mural training session to raise awareness about climate change and spark discussions within our team. This initiative helped us reflect on the environmental impact of our daily operations and deepen our understanding of climate disturbance.
• We also launched a Mobility Challenge, encouraging our team to move more and choose greener transport options like walking, cycling, and electric bikes. This challenge fostered healthy competition, with prizes awarded for the most steps, most training hours, and the most fun activity.
• We made sure that the company car that had to replaced became an electric vehicle as part of our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint.
• Our paper usage significantly decreased in 2024. We’ve made nearly all internal processes digital, reducing the need for physical prints.
• We also encouraged our clients to take more ambitious ESG actions. We encouraged one of our clients to have his real estate portfolio fully reviewed by a specialized ESG consultant in order to identify the theoretical stranding moment and the investments needed to improve the buildings performance (CREEM analysis).
Looking Ahead: ESG Goals for 2025
For 2025, we have defined goals to continue driving ESG progress:
• We plan to organize an ESG learning session with an expert in the field to keep our team informed on the latest trends and to share insights on how banks are incorporating ESG practices in their credit decisions.
• We will enhance the Mobility Challenge, making it even more engaging and impactful in promoting eco-friendly commuting habits among our team.
• Lastly, we are planning a team activity with a social impact. After conducting a survey to find out what motivates our team, we will organize a project that directly benefits our community.
We are happy with the steps we’ve taken in 2024 and are excited for the road ahead. Our commitment to ESG continues to guide our actions and inspire us to do more for our planet and society.
