Sustainability at Andron
Sustainability has been at the heart of Andron for over 40 years, rooted in our founders' commitment to always doing the right thing. Guided by our purpose-over-profit philosophy and three core pillars—Planet, People, and Communities—we embed sustainability into everything we do, striving to make a genuine, lasting impact on the world around us.
Bespoke ESG-driven solutions to meet your targets
We understand you need a soft FM partner who can help you reach your ESG goals. That’s why our approach is built on tailored, ESG-driven solutions embedded into every service we provide, delivering measurable impact from day one.
Our solutions make a difference where it counts—whether through chemical-free cleaning that improves indoor air quality, sourcing products from diverse suppliers to support your social goals, or hosting on-site events that engage occupiers and promote sustainability. Each initiative is designed to align with your objectives, helping you meet today’s ESG standards in a way that fits your priorities.
With transparent reporting, we provide clear insights into every aspect of our efforts, from emissions reductions to social impact, giving you the data you need to demonstrate real value to your stakeholders at every stage of our partnership.
We also uphold the same high ESG standards within our own operations that we bring to client sites. From a fully electric fleet to sourcing renewable energy for our offices, we actively reduce emissions across your value chain. And with a workplace culture prioritising ESG values, we’re committed to helping you achieve your objectives today and in the future.
Planet
At Andron, we take practical steps to protect natural resources, minimise our environmental footprint, and help our clients do the same. Today, we’re proud to say our fleet is fully electric, reducing our Scope 1 and client Scope 3 carbon emissions wherever we operate. We’re also moving all our offices to renewable energy – a crucial step towards our commitment to achieving net zero by 2040.
Through data-driven cleaning, we only use resources like water and energy where they’re actually needed, cutting down on waste and helping clients to green their buildings. We use chemical-free cleaning, zero-to-landfill waste management solutions, and closed-loop recycling, and we work with suppliers who share our commitment to sourcing sustainably. We also help clients boost biodiversity in their green areas with initiatives like beehives, hedgehog boxes, and bug hotels, creating habitats that support local ecosystems.
For us, it’s about making sure every decision—down to the smallest detail—reflects our responsibility to do things right for our clients, our communities, and the planet.
People
We know that if we look after our people, they’ll look after our clients—a simple principle that’s guided us from day one as a family-owned business. Fair pay, reward and recognition, wellbeing, family-friendly policies, and real opportunities for growth are all part of our commitment to building a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to deliver their best.
We invest in training and development beyond the basics, helping our team build skills and progress within Andron. Our commitment to promoting from within is seen across the company, with leaders who started on the front lines. Initiatives like the Andron Leadership Academy reinforce this, ensuring our team has every opportunity to grow. Additional benefits like a four-day workweek and access to free professional mental health services reflect our dedication to creating a workplace where our people feel supported, engaged and able to thrive.
Communities
The local communities where we provide our services are where our people live, raise their families, and build their lives—so giving back has always been part of who we are. Long before social impact became a buzzword, our founders were partnering with local charities and backing projects that made a real difference. Today, that legacy continues on a larger scale. Every year, we reinvest 1-2% of our profits into community projects, and our employees volunteer hundreds of hours to support local causes.
We’re also proud to work with organisations like Social Bite and Drive Forward Foundation to create meaningful opportunities for those who need them most. Whether through job placements or simply lending a hand, we’re committed to giving back. For Andron, it’s about staying true to our roots and making a genuine, lasting impact on the communities that have supported us along the way.
Inclusive Futures: Employment and skills programme
Inclusive Futures is Andron’s social impact initiative, providing meaningful job opportunities to people who’ve faced significant barriers to employment. Launched in 2020, the programme supports individuals who’ve experienced homelessness, care leavers, refugees, ex-forces and their families, and people with previous convictions. Working with partners like Social Bite, Drive Forward Foundation, and now Tent UK, we connect candidates with roles that suit their skills—whether in service or office-based positions, within Andron or with our clients.
Inclusive Futures not only transforms lives but also brings dedicated, diverse talent to our client sites, building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. With pathways to stable employment, enhanced workplace support, and dedicated support workers, Inclusive Futures is about creating real, lasting change—helping people build fulfilling careers with the support they deserve.
Governance and Standards
A strong governance framework and industry-leading standards underpin our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability. Guided by our Board of Directors, who regularly review and advance our ESG performance, we uphold rigorous standards across all operations to meet client expectations and regulatory requirements.
Our Integrated Management System is certified to ISO standards, including ISO 9001 for Quality, ISO 45001 for Health & Safety, ISO 14001 for Environment, and ISO 50001 for Energy. These certifications reflect our dedication to service excellence, employee wellbeing, sustainable practices, and energy efficiency.
To stay transparent and accountable, we disclose our carbon footprint through the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), achieving a B score in our most recent assessment. These practices provide our clients with the confidence that Andron is a trusted, responsible partner in sustainability.