Sustainability Strategy
Our ESG approach outlines how we integrate environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong governance practices into everything we do to create long-term value.
Sustainability PolicyOne Ambition. One Mindset. One Future.
Delivering billions of litres of fuel to homes and businesses across Britain every year comes with responsibility.
Environmental, Social and Governance issues along side sustainability are at the forefront of our business operations and how we support our customers.
This also goes hand-in-hand with our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Our Responsibility. Your Future.
Fueling Britain comes with a duty to do better. Discover how ESG and sustainability shape every decision we make – from operations to partnerships – in our latest strategy.
Explore our Sustainability PolicyOur 4 Pillars of Sustainability
Our ESG and sustainability strategy is integral to our decision making.
Climate Change and Energy Transition
WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS REDUCE THEIR CARBON EMISSIONS
Bringing HVO supply to more UK commercial customers
Increasing use of renewable fuel
Helping to reduce our customers’ emissions
Launch of our Renewable Energy division
Acquisitions of renewable energy businesses
ISO 50001: Energy Management System
Safety and Environmental Protection
WE PROTECT OUR PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES
Delivering world-class cultural change programme
ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System
Reduced Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LITFR) by 40% since 2019
Robust environmental risk management and emergency response systems
People and
Social
WE CHAMPION INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
Health and Wellbeing Champions appointed
1% of profit committed to Hands in the Community programme
Launch of ED&I survey
127 causes and 25,033 people supported
Finalist SS&C 2023 Blue Prism Awards for Innovation Brilliance in Robotic Automation
Governance and Compliance
WE PROTECT HUMAN RIGHTS, PREVENT CORRUPTION, AND SELL SAFE SOLUTIONS
Compliance Vision Zero launched to support Zero Harm to our people and our business
Compliance Week launched with live events in Warrington and Larbert
Virtual sessions accessible across all departments and organisational levels
Introduction to ‘Talking Smarter’ launched to explore what compliance means
Good Catch Awards introduced to help build on our robust compliance culture
Accreditations & Memberships
Our range of memberships and accreditations assures that our efficiency and environmental protection is measured to exacting standards -demonstrating our commitment to measuring, monitoring and improving our performance.
Sustainable growth matters to us
At Certas Energy, we’re on a mission to drive change in liquid alternative fuel through national supply of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for commercial and domestic customers.
- 1st in the UK to offer HVO fuel at HGV refuelling sites
- 1st to offer HVO delivery nationwide
- Part of UKIFDA and OFTEC’s Future Ready Fuels Project
- 4 star rating by The ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme
Up to 90% reduction in carbon emissions vs traditional heating fuels.
Decarbonising our business
To minimise the environmental impact of our business operations, we’re actively reducing our energy consumption and advancing the decarbonisation of our Energy Solutions, Roadside Services, Lubricants and Renewable Energy divisions.
17%
Overall energy consumption reduced
36%
Reduction in stationary combustion
19%
Reduction in mobile combustion
ACCELERATING THE NET ZERO VISION
Committed to making sustainable choices
At Certas Energy, we live and breathe Sustainability and it is integral to our decision making.
Ready to dive in and learn more? Download our ESG and Sustainability Strategy today.
Latest News
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Your Guide To Sustainable Fleet Management
From rising operating costs and regulatory change to decarbonisation targets and efficiency goals, there are many challenges facing fleet managers in today’s climate. Amid this rising pressure, it can be hard to know where to focus your efforts – while also prioritising keeping your fleet moving. In this sustainable fleet management guide, we’ll take you through the steps you can take […]
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More than 51,000kg of CO2e saved as Great British Farm Fest powered with Certas Energy HVO
Last weekend, the UK’s largest independent fuel distributor, Certas Energy, successfully powered The Great British Farm Fest using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), delivering 19,775 litres of the renewable fuel across the three-day celebration of farming. The Great British Farm Fest is now celebrating a reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 51,056 kilograms of CO2e* compared to standard diesel** as a result of the leading energy transition partner’s HVO support. This highlights the […]
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Government Fuel Related Tax Announcement
In response to the ongoing challenges faced by fuel-reliant industries, the Government has this week announced a series of measures designed to ease cost pressures and provide short-term financial relief across key sectors. For businesses operating in transport, logistics, agriculture and construction, these interventions could deliver tangible savings. This offers much-needed breathing space at a critical time of continued operational […]
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