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For many employees, diversity is one of the most important values they look for in an organization. That was definitely the case for Iris Ranz, Managing Consultant in ERM’s Marine CPD team, who appreciates the environment that allows her to grow personally and professionally. “Diversity in the workplace is a distinctive characteristic that speaks to my values and welcomes the individual skills and viewpoints that every worker brings to the table. This implies that people from different cultures and backgrounds work together, bring differing perspectives and solutions to problems, allowing for a greater chance of a workable solution to a workplace problem and increasing market opportunities.” Learn more about working at ERM: erm.com/careers
ERMers from the Gulf Business Unit in Austin, Texas have proved that even two hours of volunteering can bring noticeable results for local communities. The team of 21 collected 17 bags of trash, seven bags of recycling, and additional bulk trash in a picturesque location in Downtown Austin. ”We volunteered around a very popular walking/running trail that wraps around Lady Bird Lake. It was a great spot to clean, as there is a lot of trash and the impacts would be noticed more as it is a densely populated area,” notes Gray Ford, Consulting Associate, who was one of the organizers of the volunteering activity. The event was sponsored by Keep Austin Beautiful, a nonprofit focusing on the environmental health of the City of Austin.
This morning, we were delighted to join the UN Global Compact Network UK at the 10th edition of ‘Ring the Bell for Gender Equality’ at the London Stock Exchange, to mark #InternationalWomensDay. Highlighting the critical role that stock exchanges play in advocating for gender equality, ‘Ring the Bell for Gender Equality’ is a partnership of the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, UN Women, IFC - International Finance Corporation, Women in ETFs, and The World Federation of Exchanges. Similar events around the world aim to bring attention to the pivotal role the private sector can play in advancing gender equality to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, and to raise awareness about the Women’s Empowerment Principles. Sabine Hoefnagel, ERM Global Leader of Sustainability and Risk, attended the event and emphasized the importance of developing a culture where everyone feels valued. "As an organization that makes a significant contribution to promoting a culture of inclusion and diversity, and raising awareness to promote gender equality, we are very proud to be part of this global initiative, to reflect the achievements of women, while also recognizing the important work still to be done.”
Ellis Griffith has been listed as one of the most visionary women leaders in HR in Women World Magazine—a publication which strives to help inspire the next generation of women leaders to dream big, shatter glass ceilings, and drive meaningful change in their communities. In this interview, Ellis talks about her experiences of life at ERM and how her role as Global People Officer has evolved since joining. In particular, Ellis emphasises that through the impact we all have, we can see how our work is benefitting a greater purpose and has the potential to impact life on our planet for generations to come. As she states: “Not only is that incredibly motivational … that makes it engaging and exciting to come to work every day.” Ellis also talks about how embedded DEIB is in ERM's culture rather than just being just a set of programs, and provides insights into how she approaches work life balance.
Discovering your passion early on can set the stage for incredible achievements. But the journey to finding the perfect career path isn't always straightforward. Take Nathan Barr, for example. After studying geography and ocean science at Plymouth University, he found his calling in the marine space. 🌊 “I’ve always had an interest in the marine environment, but never knew exactly how I’d turn this into a career," Nathan recalls. Now, Nathan thrives as a Consultant in the Marine CPD team at ERM. Discover more about life at ERM at www.erm.com/careers
How do you ensure your business has a strong sustainability story that resonates across different locations and cultures? In the first-ever global Eco Pulse® study, ‘Cultures, Countries & Your Sustainability Story’ from ERM Shelton, people across 12 countries were asked how they conceptualize an eco-friendly person and what that means for companies’ sustainability communications. One of the key themes to emerge was recycling, with most people surveyed agreeing it is the bare minimum we can do for the environment. However, many lack confidence that the recycling system actually works. The report shares practical tips on how to ensure your sustainability story fits your audiences' values. Discover more below:
In the fifteenth episode of “Sustainable Connections“, Mark Lee talks to Mirela Atanasiu, Executive Director and Head of Unit Operations at the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, a public-private partnership supporting research and innovation in hydrogen technologies in Europe, and David Hart, Global Hydrogen Lead at ERM, about how to accelerate the hydrogen economy. Listen to the episode below:
We’re excited to share the latest update to our decarbonization program as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved our net-zero targets in alignment with their SBTi Net-Zero Standard. Our net-zero science-based targets commit us to reduce our GHG emissions across our operations and value chain by 2040. Read all about our commitments below.
Working across a range of industries, our employees have the opportunity to contribute to plenty of projects across various geographies. All the while, learning from their colleagues and sharing experiences with their teams. Max McGinn, who’s a part of the Marine CPD team, is one of the people who are happy to mix things up. He takes pride in having worked on an oyster restoration project, and even a rocket launch. “It’s important for me, as I like working on loads of different projects across different industries such as offshore renewables, constantly learning, and developing both personally and professionally.” Discover more about life at ERM at https://www.erm.com/careers/
The Kibera slum in Nairobi, Kenya is one of the largest slums in Africa. From gender discrimination to crime, unemployment, and not having access to basic necessities like electricity and water - there are countless challenges that contribute to the difficult living conditions in this community. Anno’s Arts is a French charity, that is working towards improving the wellbeing and education of children and adolescents living in extreme poverty notably in the Kibera slum. The organization’s One Fine Day Arts Centre is a place where children and adolescents can explore their artistic abilities and use art as a tool to better understand themselves and the world they live in. The ERM Foundation have contributed to their mission by supporting the installation of a 10,000-liter water tank that makes clean water directly accessible to anyone who attends classes at the arts center. This project aligns with the Foundation's goals of improving people’s access to clean water and sanitation.
