With sustainability as a guide
Verkís’ sustainability
Verkís’ mission is to create value and support the development of society and its infrastructure through expert advice and design. With a clear vision for the future, Verkís has developed a strategic focus on customers, staff, and society. The company places strong emphasis on sustainability, service, and human resources policies, all of which align with the United Nations’ global goals and the UN Global Compact.
Verkís takes great pride in ensuring that its activities benefit everyone. We encourage responsibility in our work, guided by sustainability to positively impact society and the environment. Our staff is dedicated to finding solutions and delivering services that meet the key criteria for sustainable development.
Sustainability at Verkís
Main findings of the 2023 sustainability report
Verkís’s total emission in 2023y
In 2023, Verkís’ total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions amounted to 511 tons of CO2 equivalent, resulting in an average of 1.4 tons of CO2 equivalent per employee.
Emissions from all scopes increased over the years, with the largest portion of Verkís’ carbon footprint still arising from scope 3. Scope 3 encompasses indirect emissions, including those from waste and staff commute to and from work.
In 2023, Verkís took their annual festival trip to Croatia, resulting in an additional 342 tons of CO2 emissions. Consequently, a total of 853 tons of CO2 was the carbon offset with certified carbon units for the year.
Main findings of the 2023 sustainability report
Origin of emissions 2023
In 2023, Verkís’ largest emission factors fell under scope 3, comprising 66% of the company’s total emissions. This includes staff commuting and work-related travel, which increased from the previous year as more employees preferred coming to work rather than working from home. Scope 3 also covers waste, with the total amount from all Verkis’ operations reaching 31 tons, resulting in an average of 66 kg of waste per employee for the year. Notably, the recycling rate of waste from Verkís’ general operations was 92% in 2023.
Greenhouse gas emissions in scope 1 include direct emissions from the company, such as those produced by using fossil fuels in vehicles during Verkís’ operations, totaling 35 tons of CO2 equivalent. Scope 2 , which includes indirect emissions resulting from the company’s use of electricity and heat, amounted to 14.3 tons of CO2 equivalent.
