Bristol-based high voltage electrical engineering specialists, Powersystems, are proud to announce their continued success in corporate social responsibility (CSR), having been awarded an EcoVadis Silver Medal for the second year running.
This year, the company improved its score from 63/100 to 72/100, maintaining its Silver status and solidifying its place among the top 8% of companies assessed in the Construction and utility industry.
In 2024, Powersystems excelled across all four key EcoVadis themes:
- Environment: 70/100
- Labour & Human Rights: 80/100
- Ethics: 70/100
- Sustainable Procurement: 50/100
Their overall score places Powersystems in the 8%, recognising its dedication to advancing sustainability performance across its operations and supply chains.
What is EcoVadis?
EcoVadis is the world’s leading provider of sustainability ratings, offering actionable insights and collaborative tools for global supply chains. With a methodology rooted in international standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative, United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000, EcoVadis assesses environmental, social, and ethical risks across more than 200 industries and 175 countries.
Over 100,000 companies, including major global brands like Johnson & Johnson, Unilever, and L’Oréal, rely on EcoVadis ratings to benchmark and improve their sustainability practices.
Powersystems’ Commitment to Sustainability
SHEQ Manager Trevor Bamber commented: “Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations are central to Powersystems’ ‘Priority No.1’ Health, Safety, and Wellbeing programme. Our Silver Medal from EcoVadis reflects our ongoing commitment to improving sustainability performance and driving meaningful environmental and social impact. A sustainable future is important to us, our business, and our customers.”
Powersystems’ focus on sustainability is further supported by its certifications to a trio of ISO standards: ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), ISO 9001 (Quality Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).
About Powersystems
Powersystems is a high voltage electrical engineering company based in Bristol, UK, delivering innovative solutions for renewable energy projects and sustainable infrastructure. As part of its Net Zero strategy, Powersystems is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and minimising environmental impacts across all operations.
To learn more about Powersystems’ sustainability efforts and Net Zero goals, visit our Net Zero Commitment page.
For further information on the EcoVadis rating system, visit EcoVadis.
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Contact Information:
- This article is written by Jules Daly, Marketing and Communications Manager at Powersystems.
- Email jules.daly@powersystemsuk.com Telephone 01454 318000
- Photography Copyright please credit all images used to powersystemsuk.co.uk
Powersystems are powering the transition to a carbon free future
Powersystems is a leading high voltage specialist electrical engineering company with over 47 years of experience. Renowned for its expertise and reliability, Powersystems has become a trusted provider of design, installation, and commissioning services for electrical infrastructure and grid connections across the UK.
As the first Lloyds National Electricity Registration Scheme accredited Independent Connection Provider (ICP), Powersystems has been delivering contestable grid connections at voltages up to 132 kV for 27 years.
Since 2000, Powersystems has successfully connected over 6.1 gigawatts of renewable energy to the UK electricity grid. Our projects span many sectors from onshore and offshore wind, solar energy, tidal and hydroelectric power, electric vehicle infrastructure, as well as generation installations for short-term operating reserves (STOR), combined heat and power (CHP), grid stability initiatives such as rotating stabilisers, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and commercial industrial private wire networks.
In collaboration with partners, Powersystems has connected 30% of all onshore wind farms in the UK, contributing significantly to the nation’s renewable energy capacity to collectively work towards a sustainable future to help the UK achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our integrated management systems, which are ISO accredited, and our rigorous approach to health and safety under the ‘Priority No.1’ brand, ensuring best practices across the industry.
Powersystems UK Ltd. is an employee-owned business that values the well-being of its employees, fostering an environment where innovation is encouraged, and everyone is empowered to share ideas and contribute to the company’s success.
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