These commitments were pledged in 2021, as part of a three-year social value strategy to deliver real change which improves quality of life for Sodexo’s people and in the communities where they live and work.
Sodexo's Social Impact Pledge serves as an ethical manifesto, encompassing carefully selected commitments that aim to foster a healthier, greener, safer, and more prosperous society. Key highlights from the report include:
- People: 900 apprentices working across the UK and Ireland
- Planet: accelerated its ambition to achieve net zero across its value chain by 2040, five years ahead of the previously set target
- Places: over 4,000 hours of volunteering have been provided in the community
- Partners: remains committed to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Sean Haley, chief executive of Sodexo UK & Ireland, commented: “We recognise there is always more we can do. But we know that to be truly purpose-led, any organisation is limited on how much they can achieve in isolation. As such, we are extremely proud of the ecosystem we continue to build with our clients, suppliers, government and the many charities and third sector organisations who collectively support us in driving the positive impact that improves quality of life.
“We are immensely grateful to our colleagues who through their everyday work delivering excellent services, are also able to deliver social impact and encourage others to do so too. We know all businesses have a direct responsibility to positively contribute to society and improve the communities where they operate, we take this seriously and will continue to ensure this is embedded in all that we do.”