Ceres is committed to embedding environment, social and governance (“ESG”) as an integral part of the way we operate.
ESG frameworks continue to evolve and we are working hard to ensure we both meet our reporting requirements and anticipate changes. We strive to maintain clear and transparent communication around our strategy and continually improve, commensurate with the size of our business and our team.
Sustainability roadmap
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Progress achieved
- First iteration of TCFD analysis and disclosure.
- Created SBTi guided net zero strategy, setting near-term absolute emission targets and Scope 3 intensity targets.
- Achieved Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme ("ESOS") compliance for energy management.
- Achieved zero waste to landfill.
- Exceeded 30% target for female recruitment.
- ESG KPIs integrated into Executive remuneration package.
- Refreshed our materiality matrix.
- Second publication against the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board ("SASB").
Current actions <1 year
- Mature reporting against TCFD towards full compliance.
- Implement initial emissions reduction initiatives in the SBTi commitment.
- Reduce electrical consumption by 15,000kWh.
- Maintain zero waste to landfill.
- Maintain ISO 14001 accreditation for Environmental Management Systems.
- Annual Gallup 12 employee survey completed in July 2024.
- Improved retention of employees to 88% from 84%.
- Reduced the gender pay gap amongst Ceres employees.
- Integration of Transition Plan Taskforce framework into reporting.
- Identification of relevant clauses from The Chancery Lane Project for integration into our business contracts.
Future actions 1–3 years
- Embed circular economy principles in product design, recycling and reuse targets.
- Understand product impact in service with cradle-to-grave and Scope 4 emissions analysis.
- Seek ISO 50001 accreditation for Energy Management Systems.
- Evaluate water impacts from our electrolyser technologies at scale.
- Develop a diverse and motivated workforce with a culture of collaboration, focused on our mission to deliver “clean energy for a clean world”.
- Enhance our teams’ skills for a green transition through growth and training.
- Embed sustainability consideration across our operations, in alignment with our net zero strategy.
Goal
- Multi-gigawatts of manufacturing capacity under licence with global partners.
- Enabling significant carbon reduction versus alternative power and hydrogen production methods.
Sustainability Report 2025
We are committed to enabling a cleaner, more resilient energy future through the integration of sustainability across our operations, partnerships and technology.
