Mitie’s knowledge of customer estates, combined with our ability to execute a zero carbon strategy from assessment through to delivery is, we believe, unrivalled. We help organisations go further, faster, for less. This is Plan Zero. £0m Amount we saved our customers in 2020/21 IWFM Positive Climate Action Winner 2021 0K Tonnes of Carbon saved to date The only FM company to have signed up for EV100, EP100 and RE100 initiatives Mitie grows landscaping services with the acquisition of Biotecture The acquisition will enable us to design, build and maintain sustainable vertical gardens, which transform indoor and outdoor urban spaces by improving air quality and biodiversity, while also enhancing workspace design. Find out more How we are Decarbonising Britain Our Plan Zero Consultants are experts in the built environment, renewable energy, transport and e-mobility, waste resources and biodiversity net-gain. Setting stretching targets and developing compelling commercial models, we make net zero happen. Download Brochure Plan Zero sustainability fund Mitie and Sustainable Development Capital LLP (SDCL) have launched a new partnership to help both public and private sector organisations plan their decarbonisation roadmap and fund the low carbon equipment and technology they need to make their sites net zero. Find out more Download the Plan Zero Playbook By combining and leveraging Mitie’s expertise in sustainability, our award-winning data collection and analysis platforms, and our empirical knowledge of working environments, we are the catalyst and the enabler for customers to define ambitious targets, and we are the means to ensure they achieve them. If net zero is the destination, think of this playbook as the travel-guide to get there. Fill in the form to download our free playbook to learn how we are making zero carbon happen Watch our Plan Zero video Plan Zero BoltON BoltON is a series of quick to deploy, high impact plug-in decarbonisation modules. Four new BoltONs are available immediately: HEAT Pump Installation SHINE Solar PV CHARGE EV Charge Points GLOW LED Lighting PULSE BEMS Systems. Find out more Protecting your business from rising energy prices The UK along with Europe, Asia and other parts of the world is tackling a natural gas shortage pushing gas and electricity prices to unprecedented levels. Find out how this could impact your business and actions to take to protect your business. Download the flyer Protecting the planet for future generations Mitie has managed the installation of roof mounted solar panels at 15 schools across Essex County Council, which will save 180 tonnes of CO2 annually. Find out more Watch our Mitie’s Plan Zero Process Video Plan Zero Solutions Carbon reduction is no longer an option. Tightening regulations, essential ESG compliance and the obligation we all have to protect our environment, means practical, cost-effective solutions are vital. Learn more The A to E process The Plan Zero process has five distinct stages. Each stage involves key actions and deliverables that inform and propel the next. ASSESSMENT Assessment involves identifying essential stakeholders and datasets, the tools available to measure and gather information, and the potential returns in compliance, certification, and cost saving. The key actions the Mitie team will undertake are described below: Define the Plan Zero Stakeholder Group It’s important to assemble a Plan Zero stakeholder group with a varied skillset and a combined remit that takes into account procurement, facilities, operations, logistics, human resources, and production (where applicable). The Plan Zero stakeholder group will galvanise internal teams, communicate effectively, and seize the opportunity to execute practical carbon reduction measures that create a responsible, visionary and cost-effective organisation. Map Influencers and data sources Carbon impact is affected by several operational aspects. We call these Influencers. Different organisations will have different Influencers. The stakeholder group will identify the Influencers and the associated expertise and data sources that will help determine the potential for carbon reduction across Scope 1, 2 and 3. Where data does not exist for a given Influencer, it will be flagged as a gap, to prompt the stakeholder group to define a process or system to provide the information required to ensure tangible measurement criteria. BASELINING AND TARGETING To understand how far a Plan Zero undertaking can elevate an organisation beyond its competitors and peers, it is important to baseline sustainability and carbon reduction performance against similar organisations – and against industry leaders. Doing so creates a useful frame of reference upon which to base targets and create a comprehensive strategy to meet them. Baselining By extrapolating the data identified during the Assessment stage of the Plan Zero process and leveraging Mitie’s vast operational experience of organisations in every sector of the UK, the Plan Zero team will baseline sustainability performance and provide an accurate indication of how an organisation performs against its peers, and industry best-practice leaders. The organisation will be ranked from laggard to leader, with detailed projections made against key Influencers to chart the rate of decarbonisation . Target Setting Equipped with benchmarking data and a clear picture of areas requiring special attention, the stakeholder team will move on to setting targets. These may be organisation-specific, such as Mitie’s own accelerated program to reach Net Zero by 2025, and they may be Science-Based If Science Based Targets (SBTs) are relevant and applicable, the Plan Zero stakeholder group will engage different functions of an organisation to gain the collective buy-in necessary to (a) agree the appropriate approach and, (b) sign a commitment letter which indicates a pledge to set the SBTs. Create a strategy No two organisations are the same, so it is vital to account for operational nuances that can have a distinct influence on carbon production. An effective strategy will address each and every target and detail a policy to mitigate accordingly. COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION The Mitie Plan Zero team has profound knowledge of the myriad of regulations and certifications that not only ensure an organisation is compliant, but categorically ahead of competitors and peers. It will carry out a comprehensive compliance review, charting an organisation’s status and readiness to comply with both mandatory and recommended certificates. Integrated carbon reporting and certification To help organisations gauge and understand the various carbon-producing aspects of their operations and their associated bearing on mandatory and recommended reporting and certification, Mitie uses its unique Carbon and Energy Management System (CEMS). Based on the operating procedures of both the ISO50001 Energy Management Standard and the Carbon Trust Standard, CEMS provides a pathway to achieve either of these accreditations (following third party verifications) or use the platform as a guide to integrate into existing management systems. With access to CEMS, customers record and store data to support carbon and energy reporting requirements and draw upon the expertise of Mitie’s Plan Zero team to build an extended compliance and certification programme at both site and corporate levels, that ensures compliance, whilst reducing the associated costs. DEVELOPMENT Armed with benchmarking information, clear targets, compliance and certification goals and detailed strategies to achieve them, the Plan Zero team will develop a clear, fully costed implementation plan. Doing so requires buy-in from the entire organisation and the sponsorship and support of C-level stakeholders, as the plan will outline detailed cross-organisational measures to achieve targets. Implementation The implementation plan will address each of the three Focus Areas (Infrastructure, Resources and Emissions), and specify the associated savings, emissions reductions and any related Capital Expenditure (CapEx). Of course, not all recommended measures will require CapEx, with some simply being procedural adjustments or best practice, but for those that do need asset or infrastructure investment to unlock savings and reduce emissions, Mitie provides a solution to deliver zero carbon for zero cost. Zero carbon for zero cost Investment in zero carbon is investment in a sustainable, responsible future; It creates a platform upon which organisations can build and grow efficient, environmentally aware operations that secure preferential finance and tax relief, and attract motivated, customers and employees. But when the present is uncertain, investment in the future becomes a challenge. For this reason, Mitie has formulated a programme that ensures organisations can achieve a zero carbon future without the downsides associated with Capital Expenditure, but with all the upside of increased efficiency and offset savings. In other words, Zero carbon for zero cost. Following assessment, baselining and compliance checks, our Plan Zero team will compile a detailed report with optimisation and asset replacement and upgrade recommendations. The report will cover Infrastructure, Resources and Emissions, and will gauge the suitability of an organisation to leverage Zero carbon for zero cost. The speed at which CapEx will be negated (and possibly become cost negative) will be assessed, and a proposal submitted. Mitie will organise capital and execute and manage an organisations transition to zero carbon. The customer pays a simple regular fee. The culmination of the Plan Zero team’s proven expertise in significantly reducing carbon production and energy consumption, Zero carbon for zero cost is a truly game-changing means of securing a zero carbon in the future. Contact the Plan Zero team to find out more. EXECUTION Mitie manages the facilities, assets and buildings through which over 5 million people pass every single day. The company has profound, hands-on knowledge and experience of optimising facilities on behalf of customers in every industry the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Having saved over 300,000 Tonnes of carbon and delivered over £20m in savings for our customers in 2020 alone, Mitie is setting and delivering against ambitious sustainability targets on behalf of customers in both the private and public sectors; Our knowledge of our customers’ estates, combined with our ability to execute a strategy from assessment right through to delivery is we believe, unrivalled. An example of Plan Zero in action from Assessment right through to Execution is at a multinational telecommunications company. Our case study tells the story. Meet the Team Pradyumna Pandit Managing Director Sustainability and Energy View Linkedin profile Mike Sewell Plan Zero Director View Linkedin profile Press Releases & Case Studies Press Release 16 April 2021 Mitie helps businesses bounce back from lockdown with new workplace guidance With the easing of lockdown restrictions and colleagues considering their return to the workplace, businesses must adapt their premises to recover quickly, according to Mitie’s new guide – Bouncing Back: Building the future workplace. Read More Press Release 22 February 2021 Mitie marks one year of Plan Zero with new sustainability pledges Mitie is marking the first anniversary of Plan Zero – its commitment to reach net zero operational carbon emissions by 2025 – by setting a series of new sustainability pledges for 2021. Read More Press Release 20 February 2020 Mitie launches Plan Zero with a commitment to reach zero carbon by 2025 in FM industry first Mitie has launched its new industry-leading ‘Plan Zero’ commitment, pledging that it will reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More Press Release 16 January 2020 Lack of know-how holding back UK carbon reduction, despite a third of UK businesses having a net zero strategy As 2020 rings in a new decade, Brits are thinking about their resolutions for the year ahead, with doing more to protect the planet sure to be top of the list for many. Read More Press Release 12 May 2020 Mitie is the first FM company to sign up to all three of The Climate Group’s initiatives – EV100, EP100 and RE100 Mitie has joined The Climate Group’s RE100 initiative, committing to only use 100% renewable electricity across all its sites. Read More Press Release 11 March 2020 Mitie comments on electric vehicle commitments in Spring 2020 Budget Simon King, Director of Sustainability and Social Mobility, said: “As one of the largest private sector electric vehicle fleets in the UK, it’s gratifying that the Chancellor has heard our calls for improved rapid charge point infrastructure and financial reforms to support the electric car and van market. Read More Press Release 14 April 2020 Mitie builds on environmental commitments by joining EP100 Mitie has signed up to the EP100 commitment. Read More Press Release 17 June 2020 Mitie launches new service helping businesses reach Zero Carbon for Zero Cost As the nation prepares to get Britain Back to Business and lockdown restrictions begin to ease, organisations across the UK are considering how they can prepare for a ‘new normal’ way of operating. To support those planning a return to workplaces, Mitie Energy has launched a new Zero Carbon for Zero Cost service to help businesses drive a green recovery, as part of its Plan Zero commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More Press Release 18 June 2020 Mitie steps-up energy and sustainability services with new appointment Mitie has announced today that Pradyumna Pandit has been appointed to the newly created role of Managing Director of Sustainability and Energy Services. This hire builds on Mitie’s net zero and energy expertise and capabilities, as well as its Plan Zero commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More Press Release 6 August 2020 Mitie Landscapes boosts greener cities with launch of Plan Zero City Landscaping Service Mitie has launched a Plan Zero City Landscaping Service designed to deliver sustainable services for customers with net zero carbon ambitions, by helping reduce emissions in high-pollution areas such as cities and urban environments. Read More Press Release 23 October 2020 Mitie crowned ‘Green Fleet of the Year’ Mitie has been crowned ‘Green Fleet of the Year’ at the Business Car Awards 2020, during a virtual ceremony held on 22 October 2020. Read More Press Release 12 October 2020 Mitie accelerates past electric vehicle target with milestone EV delivery Mitie has achieved a landmark moment in its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, having passed its target of switching 20% of its cars and small vans to electric. Read More Press Release 8 October 2020 Mitie works with Vodafone UK to reduce its carbon footprint by 25,000 tonnes and save 100GWh of energy in three years Mitie has today announced that it has supported Vodafone UK in reducing its carbon footprint, saving 100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy, equivalent to 25,000 tonnes of CO2, in just three years. Read More Case study 30 October 2020 A major sustainability and carbon reduction program for a national leisure and holday resorts operator. The Development stage of Mitie’s Plan Zero process sees experts creating funding proposals for each of the recommended solutions. Not only does the implementation have to be practical, but where possible, we attempt to deliver zero carbon for zero cost through related savings. Read More Case study 30 October 2020 Plotting a path to Net Zero for an international insurance company Background Our customer, an international insurance company, sought the guidance of our Plan Zero team to undertake a detailed assessment of their readiness to achieve Net Zero carbon in as short a timeframe as… Read More Press Release 12 November 2020 Mitie launches five step guide to net zero with Plan Zero Playbook Mitie has launched the Plan Zero Playbook, a step-by-step guide to reaching net zero carbon emissions Read More Press Release 9 December 2020 Mitie rises through the ranks with A- Climate Change score Mitie has been awarded an ‘A-’ Climate Change score by CDP, one of the world’s leading environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies. Read More Press Release 4 December 2020 Mitie named ‘Fleet of the Year’ at Green Fleet Awards Mitie has been named ‘Private Sector Fleet of the Year (Medium to Large)’ at this year’s Green Fleet Awards. Read More Press Release 5 February 2021 Mitie appointed to Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework Mitie has been appointed as a preferred supplier on the new Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework, created by ETL. Read More Press Release 27 January 2021 Mitie’s ESG status upgraded by Sustainalytics Mitie has received the top score from Sustainalytics, one of the leading global environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies. Read More Press Release 30 April 2021 Mitie Landscapes backs No Mow May to support biodiversity Mitie is supporting the ‘No Mow May’ campaign which promotes biodiversity by postponing some of the lawn mowing for one month. Read More
Press Release 16 April 2021 Mitie helps businesses bounce back from lockdown with new workplace guidance With the easing of lockdown restrictions and colleagues considering their return to the workplace, businesses must adapt their premises to recover quickly, according to Mitie’s new guide – Bouncing Back: Building the future workplace. Read More
Press Release 22 February 2021 Mitie marks one year of Plan Zero with new sustainability pledges Mitie is marking the first anniversary of Plan Zero – its commitment to reach net zero operational carbon emissions by 2025 – by setting a series of new sustainability pledges for 2021. Read More
Press Release 20 February 2020 Mitie launches Plan Zero with a commitment to reach zero carbon by 2025 in FM industry first Mitie has launched its new industry-leading ‘Plan Zero’ commitment, pledging that it will reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More
Press Release 16 January 2020 Lack of know-how holding back UK carbon reduction, despite a third of UK businesses having a net zero strategy As 2020 rings in a new decade, Brits are thinking about their resolutions for the year ahead, with doing more to protect the planet sure to be top of the list for many. Read More
Press Release 12 May 2020 Mitie is the first FM company to sign up to all three of The Climate Group’s initiatives – EV100, EP100 and RE100 Mitie has joined The Climate Group’s RE100 initiative, committing to only use 100% renewable electricity across all its sites. Read More
Press Release 11 March 2020 Mitie comments on electric vehicle commitments in Spring 2020 Budget Simon King, Director of Sustainability and Social Mobility, said: “As one of the largest private sector electric vehicle fleets in the UK, it’s gratifying that the Chancellor has heard our calls for improved rapid charge point infrastructure and financial reforms to support the electric car and van market. Read More
Press Release 14 April 2020 Mitie builds on environmental commitments by joining EP100 Mitie has signed up to the EP100 commitment. Read More
Press Release 17 June 2020 Mitie launches new service helping businesses reach Zero Carbon for Zero Cost As the nation prepares to get Britain Back to Business and lockdown restrictions begin to ease, organisations across the UK are considering how they can prepare for a ‘new normal’ way of operating. To support those planning a return to workplaces, Mitie Energy has launched a new Zero Carbon for Zero Cost service to help businesses drive a green recovery, as part of its Plan Zero commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More
Press Release 18 June 2020 Mitie steps-up energy and sustainability services with new appointment Mitie has announced today that Pradyumna Pandit has been appointed to the newly created role of Managing Director of Sustainability and Energy Services. This hire builds on Mitie’s net zero and energy expertise and capabilities, as well as its Plan Zero commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2025. Read More
Press Release 6 August 2020 Mitie Landscapes boosts greener cities with launch of Plan Zero City Landscaping Service Mitie has launched a Plan Zero City Landscaping Service designed to deliver sustainable services for customers with net zero carbon ambitions, by helping reduce emissions in high-pollution areas such as cities and urban environments. Read More
Press Release 23 October 2020 Mitie crowned ‘Green Fleet of the Year’ Mitie has been crowned ‘Green Fleet of the Year’ at the Business Car Awards 2020, during a virtual ceremony held on 22 October 2020. Read More
Press Release 12 October 2020 Mitie accelerates past electric vehicle target with milestone EV delivery Mitie has achieved a landmark moment in its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, having passed its target of switching 20% of its cars and small vans to electric. Read More
Press Release 8 October 2020 Mitie works with Vodafone UK to reduce its carbon footprint by 25,000 tonnes and save 100GWh of energy in three years Mitie has today announced that it has supported Vodafone UK in reducing its carbon footprint, saving 100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy, equivalent to 25,000 tonnes of CO2, in just three years. Read More
Case study 30 October 2020 A major sustainability and carbon reduction program for a national leisure and holday resorts operator. The Development stage of Mitie’s Plan Zero process sees experts creating funding proposals for each of the recommended solutions. Not only does the implementation have to be practical, but where possible, we attempt to deliver zero carbon for zero cost through related savings. Read More
Case study 30 October 2020 Plotting a path to Net Zero for an international insurance company Background Our customer, an international insurance company, sought the guidance of our Plan Zero team to undertake a detailed assessment of their readiness to achieve Net Zero carbon in as short a timeframe as… Read More
Press Release 12 November 2020 Mitie launches five step guide to net zero with Plan Zero Playbook Mitie has launched the Plan Zero Playbook, a step-by-step guide to reaching net zero carbon emissions Read More
Press Release 9 December 2020 Mitie rises through the ranks with A- Climate Change score Mitie has been awarded an ‘A-’ Climate Change score by CDP, one of the world’s leading environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies. Read More
Press Release 4 December 2020 Mitie named ‘Fleet of the Year’ at Green Fleet Awards Mitie has been named ‘Private Sector Fleet of the Year (Medium to Large)’ at this year’s Green Fleet Awards. Read More
Press Release 5 February 2021 Mitie appointed to Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework Mitie has been appointed as a preferred supplier on the new Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework, created by ETL. Read More
Press Release 27 January 2021 Mitie’s ESG status upgraded by Sustainalytics Mitie has received the top score from Sustainalytics, one of the leading global environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies. Read More
Press Release 30 April 2021 Mitie Landscapes backs No Mow May to support biodiversity Mitie is supporting the ‘No Mow May’ campaign which promotes biodiversity by postponing some of the lawn mowing for one month. Read More