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Mitie to put University of Essex on course to reach net zero goals
Mitie is supporting the University of Essex to reach its net zero goals with a new decarbonisation consulting contract. With a series of audits across three campuses and innovative data-led forecasting, Mitie will set out how the University can reach net zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2035. Mitie’s Plan Zero consultants will use 3D digital modelling software to understand how buildings will respond to different low and zero Carbon solutions.
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Mitie secures new IFM contract with London South Bank University Group
Mitie has been awarded a contract with London South Bank University (LSBU) Group to deliver integrated facilities management services for five years, with the option to extend for a further two. Delivering services across LSBU and South Bank College’s estates, this is the first time that all FM services across the university group will be brought together under one provider. Mitie’s social value approach will be key to the contract, including introducing apprentices and work placement opportunities for local residents.
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Mitie welcomes 41 new apprentices to its Apprenticeship Programme
Mitie has welcomed 41 new apprentices to its Technical Services Apprenticeship Programme as part of its efforts to attract and develop the next generation of engineers. In addition to 18 other apprentices which joined earlier in the year, this new intake takes Mitie past its target of 50 new Technical Services apprentices in 2021. The Apprenticeship Programme, which is part of Mitie’s Technical Services Academy, is an initiative that supports Mitie’s offer of learning and development opportunities for employees at every stage in their career.
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Mitie launches Plan Zero with commitment to reach zero carbon by 2025
Mitie is the first facilities management (FM) company to make such an ambitious net zero carbon commitment. Focused around three key pillars to create maximum impact by drawing on expertise from within Mitie’s business. ‘Plan Zero’ blueprint will be leveraged across Mitie’s Public and Private Sector clients to support both their individual, and the UK’s wider business ambitions.
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Mitie taps into AWE Water Network Management contract
Mitie has secured a contract with AWE Nuclear Security Technologies (AWE) using the new water management capabilities following the acquisition of Marlowe, to manage critical water infrastructure.
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Mitie helps businesses bounce back from lockdown with workplace guide
As UK lockdown restrictions begin to ease, Mitie has published a new guide to help businesses prepare their workplaces for the future. ‘Bouncing Back: Building the future workplace’ highlights four key pillars to ensure spaces are safe and productive for employees. The guide has been launched as Mitie reopens its Head Office in The Shard, following the installation of UV air disinfection technology, thermal imaging cameras, and the use of long-lasting anti-viral cleaning products.
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First-mover Mitie launches new apprenticeships on AI adoption
Mitie has welcomed the first cohort of apprentices to its new AI skills programme which has been developed by Corndel in partnership with Imperial College London and supported by Microsoft. The apprentices are based across the UK, including Birmingham and Nottingham, and work across Mitie’s areas of expertise from engineering to project management. The 12-month long programme is the first of three new AI programmes and will empower participants to become ‘AI Productivity Champions’ for the business.
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Mitie recognised as Top 50 Employer of Veterans for third consecutive year
Mitie has been named as a Top 50 Employer of Veterans for the third consecutive year by Great British Employers of Veterans.
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Mitie to provide nationwide security services for HMRC
Mitie to deliver HMRC’s first national contract for security services. Technology-led approach will use Mitie’s intelligence expertise, including the newly launched Global Security Operations Centre in Northampton. Commitment to increase the number of ex-military personnel and apprentices working on the contract.
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Mitie drives its electric vehicle pledge by signing up to EV100
EV100 aims to make electric transport the ‘new normal’ by 2030. Mitie commits to transitioning its 5,300 strong fleet to electric by 2030.