Environment
Environmental & Sustainability Approach
At Nash Squared, we recognise our responsibility to minimise our environmental impact and to actively contribute to the transition to a low-carbon economy. Our approach is grounded in the principles set out within our Carbon Reduction Plan and reflects our ongoing commitment to environmental transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.
Our commitment
The Nash Squared Group is committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across our operations and value chain by 2050.
We define:
- Scope 1 and 2 emissions as our operational carbon, arising from energy use within our direct control
- Scope 3 emissions as value chain carbon, including those associated with our supply chain and business activities beyond our direct operations
In line with our Carbon Reduction Plan, we are:
- targeting Net Zero for operational carbon (Scope 1 and 2) ahead of 2050
- working towards Net Zero across our full value chain (Scope 3) by 2050
- reducing emissions through operational improvements rather than reliance on offsetting wherever possible
Our approach
As a services-based organisation, our direct environmental footprint is lower than that of many industries. However, we recognise that meaningful environmental impact arises both from our operations and from how we work with clients, partners and suppliers.
We therefore focus on:
- measuring and improving our emissions data, including enhancing visibility across Scope 3 categories
- embedding environmental considerations into decision-making across the business
- aligning our approach to recognised frameworks and regulatory expectations, including SECR and climate-related financial disclosures
This ensures that our environmental management approach remains credible, consistent and aligned with best practice.
Reducing our operational carbon
We are actively reducing greenhouse gas emissions arising from our day-to-day operations through:
- Energy management: improving energy efficiency across offices through building optimisation, low-energy systems and reduced consumption
- Technology optimisation: implementing tools to minimise unnecessary energy use, including automated shutdown and efficiency controls
- Resource efficiency: reducing waste and increasing recycling to minimise landfill impact
These actions form part of our broader programme of carbon reduction projects designed to reduce operational emissions over time.
Reducing emissions from travel and ways of working
Business travel and employee activity form a key component of our carbon footprint. We are therefore taking action to reduce associated emissions by:
- promoting lower-carbon travel options, including public transport
- increasing the use of digital collaboration tools, reducing the need for physical travel
- embedding more efficient, flexible working models
This supports both carbon reduction and modern, sustainable ways of working.
Responsible procurement and supply chain
We recognise that a significant proportion of our greenhouse gas emissions sit within our value chain (Scope 3). As such, we are strengthening how we manage environmental impact across procurement and supplier relationships.
Our approach includes:
- incorporating carbon considerations into procurement decisions
- assessing the environmental impact of goods, services and capital investments
- continuing to improve data collection and reporting across our supply chain to better manage Scope 3 emissions
Continuous improvement and transparency
Our Carbon Reduction Plan is reviewed and updated regularly, reflecting changes in our operations and improvements in data quality.
We are committed to:
- improving the accuracy and completeness of emissions data
- monitoring progress against our targets
- embedding environmental management into our broader sustainability strategy
Our commitment in practice
Environmental responsibility at Nash Squared is not a standalone initiative—it is embedded within how we operate, how we grow and how we deliver for our clients.
Through a combination of:
- measurable targets
- operational changes
- and supply chain engagement
We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting long-term, sustainable value creation.