Environmental, Social, and Governance
An overview of our environmental, social and governance commitments, actions, partnerships and measurable progress.
At FPSE, our commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles is rooted into everything we do,
From how we measure our carbon impact to how we support our people, partners and communities across the UK.
As a leading organisation in flood resilience, sustainability is a core part of our mission.
OUR CLIENTS
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
Leading the Industry in Carbon Transparency
We are proud to be the first supplier to complete and submit Tier 2 carbon reporting for the Environment Agency’s Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Framework. This advanced level of reporting demonstrates our commitment to full supply‑chain transparency and climate accountability.
Our environmental actions include:
Comprehensive Tier 2 carbon reporting, including upstream supply chain emissions.
Collaboration with Greener Futures Leicestershire and use of the NatWest Carbon Planner to enhance reporting methodologies.
Adoption of robust carbon accounting frameworks to ensure accurate, auditable greenhouse gas reporting.
A long-term plan to continue reducing emissions and raising sustainability standards across the PFR industry.
Environmental Enhancement & Biodiversity
We are actively involved in large-scale environmental improvement initiatives across the UK:
9,400+ trees planted across Nottingham and Cheshire.
Habitat creation projects resulting in a 35% increase in local pollinators.
Watercourse clean-ups supporting Severn Trent Water, Cheshire East Council and Cheshire Wildlife Trust.
Wildflower planting and installation of bug houses to support natural ecosystems and improve air quality.
ISO Certified Environmental Standards
We maintain the following internationally recognised certifications:
ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
ISO 45001 (Health & Safety Management)
These frameworks ensure continuous improvement and high-quality delivery across all our operations.
Social Impact
Championing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud advocates for equality and inclusion across our workforce:
Over 50% of our team are women, exceptional figure in the engineering and technology sector.
We operate an equal earnings policy.
We support and participate in national LGBTQ+ events, including Pride in London and CIWEM’s Pride March.
Our leadership also promotes social change:
Members of our team have advocated for enhanced, sensitive mental‑health support initiatives at a national level.
Our CEO regularly champions EDI in industry forums.
Engagement with flood risk communities across the UK, including supporting Mary Long-Dhonau MBE (Flood Mary) on the FloodMobile in Erringden Hillside and Lincolnshire projects.
Our team contributes to meaningful community initiatives, including:
Volunteering at Fernwood School to support students building and racing electric vehicles through the Greenpower Education Trust programme.
Ongoing involvement in national STEM initiatives, where our volunteers mentor the next generation of engineers through programmes such as Arkwright Engineering Scholarships and Tomorrow’s Engineers Week.
Volunteering with local Community Land Trusts to support sustainable housing, flood resilience planning and public green space preservation.
Supporting sailing events through safety cover, mentoring and race management at national and club races. These activities demonstrate a strong commitment to community engagement, skills sharing and safety leadership.
An active member of a local Flood Action Group, working collaboratively with local authorities to secure funding and deliver flood defence measures within the community, recently backing Woodborough’s Flood Action Group at Parliament.
Our CEO regularly delivers free talks and presentations across the sector, sharing expertise, raising standards, and highlighting critical issues facing the flood and environmental risk industry.
Building Future Skills
We support learning, skills development and wellbeing through:
Coaching and instructing young people in sailing, teamwork and water safety.
Providing accessible development opportunities to individuals with autism, ADHD and other additional needs.
Encouraging youth participation in engineering, environmental management and community projects.
Continued commitment to developing our team with new skills, qualifications and professional memberships.
Governance & Professional Standards
We uphold high standards of ethical and professional governance, demonstrated through:
Our status as a Disability Confident Employer.
Membership of the Armed Forces Covenant.
Our commitment to the Conflict Avoidance Pledge.
These commitments reflect our pledge to operate safely, ethically and transparently.
Employee Safety
FPS Environmental has partnered with Totalmobile to strengthen lone worker safety for colleagues who regularly attend sites on their own. Total Mobile’s BS8484:2022-compliant safety solutions including SOS fobs and app-based functionality, provide 24/7 access to Alarm Receiving Centres, GPS tracking, safe check-ins and automatic “worker down” alerts, with escalation to emergency services when needed. This partnership reinforces FPS Environmental’s ESG approach by prioritising employee welfare, risk reduction and responsible workforce management.
We also have Zero RIDDOR accidents across our 14-year operating history.
Leading Standards, Shaping Resilience
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Industry Leadership & Professional Recognition
All members of our technical team belong to CIWEM (Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management), holding grades from GradCIWEM through to Fellowship, reinforcing our dedication to competence and continual development.
We are also proud to be a founding member of IPFRA, the new UK trade body for the Property Flood Resilience industry, supported by CIWEM, Flood Re and the Environment Agency.
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Raising Standards in the PFR Sector
We contribute to national policy conversations, share expertise with industry partners, and use our extensive online presence (over 1 million views on our flood‑related channels) to raise awareness, improve public understanding and advocate for resilient communities.
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Our ESG Commitment Across the UK
Operating from the heart of the UK in Nottinghamshire and delivering services nationwide, our ESG activities support local communities, regional resilience and national sustainability goals. We are committed to driving measurable, positive change across environmental protection, social wellbeing and industry governance.
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Building a Sustainable, Inclusive and Resilient Future
Our ESG work is more than compliance, it is a promise to our clients, partners and communities. From reducing carbon emissions to empowering future engineers, our mission is rooted in improving the environment, strengthening society and upholding the highest standards of integrity.
We will continue to expand our ESG initiatives and lead by example as the UK moves toward a greener, more resilient future.
Leading Standards, Shaping Resilience
FPS Environmental News and Blog
Keep up to date with the latest industry and company news regarding our ESG commitments.
FPS Environmental has partnered with Totalmobile to improve lone worker safety. Many of our colleagues regularly visit sites on their own, making robust safety solutions essential.
A visit to Parliament to support Woodborough Flood Action Group brought together lived experience, catchment-scale engineering and the ongoing challenge of turning flood risk evidence into a funded, deliverable scheme.
At FPS, we know our greatest asset is our people, and we’re proud to invest in their wellbeing. That’s why we’re excited to announce our partnership with Happl, an intelligent employee benefits platform designed to make brilliant teams even better. From April 2025, every FPS employee is now enrolled in Happl. The name says it […]
Making Carbon Transparency a Reality: Our Journey to Completing Tier 2 Reporting for the Environment Agency’s Property Flood Resilience Framework
FPS Environmental are proud to share a milestone that reflects environmental commitment: we are the first supplier to complete and submit Tier 2 carbon reporting for the Environment Agency on its’ Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Framework.
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