- Rapid growth and M&A activity hindered completion of tasks like supply chain engagement and data verification
- Gathering and verifying ESG data from new entities was challenging
AAB Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-04 to 2023-03 reporting, AAB Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 740 tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 102.47 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 180.84 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 457.49 tCO2e/year (partial). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
740 tCO2e/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
Waste
Confidential waste: Aberdeen 1,840kg, Edinburgh 300kg, Leeds 1,125kg (estimate), Belfast 1,300kg, Newry 8,812kg, Dublin 1,940kg, Mallusk 130kg, Dungannon 1,300kg; other waste data incomplete
2022-04 to 2023-03
Energy Use
561 MWh (Aberdeen) + estimates for other offices
2022-04 to 2023-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-04 to 2023-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 102.47 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 180.84 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 457.49 tCO2e/year (partial) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Calculated Scope 1, 2, and partial Scope 3 carbon emissions (740 tCO2e)
- Invested in a UK-based carbon reduction and biodiversity project (Make It Wild)
- Established a Group-wide ESG framework and appointed Environmental Champions in each office
- Collected energy usage data across offices (though frequency varies)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Undertake at least two onsite surveys to identify energy-saving opportunities
- Review energy contracts to encourage renewable sources
- Investigate potential for onsite renewable energy sources
📅 Medium-term
- Complete independently verified carbon assessment of Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions
- Complete energy surveys across representative number of sites
- Ensure policies, procedures and reporting processes remain relevant and consistent across the group
🔭 Long-term
- Work towards greater board diversity
- Introduce guidelines and procedures for a nominations committee
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EnvironmentSocialGovernance