Safety and Environmental Protection
We strive to protect our people and communities.
Download ReportHow we keep our people and environment safe
When it comes to protecting our people and the environment, this is what we strive towards:
ZERO HARM
to our people
ZERO HARM
to our business
ZERO HARM
to our communities
Accreditations & Memberships
Certas Energy are proud to have a number of accreditations and memberships in areas of Environmental Management.
Business accreditations and memberships give assurance to a variety of stakeholders that the business is meeting high standard in various parts of its operations.
They are not legal requirements but they are being increasingly demanded as an externally verified confirmation of confidence in the way that Certas Energy operates.
The Safety and Environmental Protection Vision
Everyone at every level is involved in working towards our goal of ensuring our people get home safe and well every day and that we bring no harm to our business or our 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
HOW WE SUPPORT
SAFETY F1RST Vision Zero
Our management systems help to ensure we achieve the overarching goal of delivering Zero Harm.
The Certas Energy Health & Safety Policy sets out our defined expectations in key areas including leadership, culture, risk management, compliance, training, and emergency preparedness.
We’re committed to deliver a reduction in energy consumption and GHG emissions resulting from the provision of products and services.
KEEPING PEOPLE SAFE
Operational & Site Safety
Given the nature of our business, making sure our sites are safe and operating to the right safety compliance and standards is essential to prevent hazards.
To help the business meet its commitments, we have:
- Our £55m Depot Network Optimisation investment programme: Investing in ageing assets to meet uncompromising safety standards.
- Integrated Management System (IMS) certified to four recognized ISO standards – includes arrangements for the prevention of major accidents.
- Tank Storage Association (TSA) membership
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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