Environment, social and governance
At Mitie, a dedication to enhancing lives and ensuring a better, more sustainable future for our planet and people is central to all our activities – and it’s what makes us an industry leader in environment, social and governance (ESG) practices.
Our commitment to ESG
Through our work with over 3,000 diverse customers, our 84,000 colleagues strive to make a positive difference to the lives of millions of people. And our ESG commitments and strategies are always evolving, allowing us to explore new technologies and processes that can make a difference to both people and the planet.
From our industry-leading Plan Zero strategy to our registered charity, The Mitie Foundation, we combine cutting-edge innovation with a focus on the environment, people and communities to make continuous improvements to our practices – and the world around us.
Our environmental commitments
Sustainability is embedded in every contract and project, as well as being at the heart of our internal operations.
We’ve transitioned 74% of our fleet to electric vehicles (6,000+ EVs) and achieved major carbon reductions through 100% renewable energy procurement. With the completion of phase one of our Plan Zero commitment to operate at net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of FY25, we’re defining a new emissions baseline and setting new science-based targets. This will reduce our supply chain emissions through positive, ethical and sustainable sourcing.
Our social commitments
The wellbeing of people and communities is central to all our activities. Our people function works to develop talent, embrace diversity and inclusion and break down barriers to employment. And our dedicated Learning and Development team supported more than 1,500 apprenticeships in 2024.
But it’s not just about providing opportunities internally. Plan Thrive is Mitie’s commitment to creating lasting and meaningful social value. We’ve pledged to uplift 1m lives and improve 1,000 places, demonstrating our commitment to the communities we serve.
Our governance commitments
Our environmental and social commitments and underpinned by four levels of governance designed to promote a culture of continuous improvement and help us remain at the forefront of ESG activities.
With senior-level oversight of all activities and several working groups dedicated to ESG, these standards ensure we can identify risks and opportunities, and encourage collaboration between all stakeholders to fulfil our moral, legal and contractual obligations.
ESG awards
As an industry-leader in ESG, our innovative work in this field has seen us recognised with the following accreditations and awards.
Top Employer 2026
Britain’s Most Admired Companies sector winner 2024
Top 50 Inclusive UK Employers 2025
Department for Education Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer 2025
Member of The 5% Club of Apprentices and Graduates
Committed Member of Inclusive Employers
Top Employer 2026
Britain’s Most Admired Companies sector winner 2024
Top 50 Inclusive UK Employers 2025
Department for Education Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer 2025
Member of The 5% Club of Apprentices and Graduates
Committed Member of Inclusive Employers
Supporting the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals
Mitie’s activities across each pillar of this framework align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all.
Innovation is embedded within all our pillars to ensure Mitie remains at the forefront of technology and processes. Our approach to innovation supports the following UN SDGs:
Number 13 – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Number 8 – Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Number 9 – Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation
Number 12 – Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
The climate emergency is humanity’s biggest challenge, and we believe education and understanding is at the heart of solving it. As experts in decarbonisation, we’re always striving to reduce carbon impacts, reduce waste and improve efficiency for ourselves and our clients. Our approach to the environment supports the following UN SDGs:
Number 15 – Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Number 6 – Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
Number 7 – Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
Number 13 – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
We have a robust, diverse and responsible supply chain which is trained in social value and engaged in creating positive social impacts. Our approach to our supply chain supports the following UN SDGs:
Number 10 – Reduce inequality within and among countries
Number 4 – Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Number 5 – Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Number 8 – Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Mitie’s strength lies in a combination of exceptional colleagues and cutting-edge technology, which empowers us to deliver transformative, data-driven solutions for customers. We have a duty of care to ensure our people are fully supported to do their best work and given opportunities to thrive. Our approach to people focuses on education, equality, progression and diversity. It supports the following UN SDGs:
Number 11 – Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Number 1 – End poverty in all its forms everywhere
Number 3 – Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Number 8 – Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Our community engagement and volunteering are both integral to helping us and our customers deliver on our social value commitments. Our work with the community supports the following UN SDGs:
Number 13 – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Number 8 – Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Number 11 – Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Number 12 – Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns