Our planet

Datatec is deepening its investment into minimising its environmental impact across its business value chain.

Datatec's 'Our Planet' pillar prioritises environmental responsibility through three key focus areas: reducing carbon emissions, energy use and waste management. Our collective efforts across the Group are directed towards combating climate change by actively reducing greenhouse gas ("GHG") emissions, improving energy efficiency, exploring renewable energy sources and adopting effective waste management strategies.

FY24 environmental performance

Emissions reduction is a significant pillar of Datatec's environmental stewardship strategy, and its efforts are informed by its short and long-term ambitions. A continued focus is on bolstering emission reduction action plans while ensuring effective tracking and progress measurement. In FY24, Datatec had every region report to the CDP and achieved a B CDP score, placing Datatec above the African (B-) and global (C) averages and firmly within the management band. This score reflects Datatec's co‑ordinated action on climate issues. The highest-scoring areas were risk management, governance, and targets and the lowest-scoring area was value chain engagement, which is a priority focus area for FY25.

Understanding our broader value chain emissions

Datatec has undertaken a relevance assessment and high-level screening of its scope 3 emissions. The exercise was conducted according to the GHG Protocol Corporate Value Chain (scope 3) Accounting and Reporting Standard, providing valuable insights into our broader value chain impacts. Because the screening undertaken is a crude estimation of emissions and is not at an acceptable level of accuracy for emissions reporting, they have not been included in this report. Datatec is committed to further developing our scope 3 emissions accounting processes and will include them in future reports.

Disclosed below, are Datatec’s year-on-year scope 1 and 2 emissions for the Group, marking the second year of such disclosure.

Emissions		tCO2e 2024	tCO2e 2023
Scope 1		2 489	2 531
Scope 2 – location-based		6 064	6 176
Scope 2 – market-based		4 941	6 040
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – location-based		8 553	8 707
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – market-based		7 430	8 571

*Note: The carbon emissions data presented in the table has not been audited and should not be considered as an assurance of the accuracy and completeness of such information.

Stepping towards a net-zero tomorrow

In FY24, Datatec announced that its net-zero science-based targets were successfully validated and approved by global body, SBTi. The recognition came after Datatec committed to the SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard, the world's first framework for corporate net-zero target setting in line with climate science. Datatec has achieved the most ambitious designation available through the SBTi process, classifying Datetec's scope 1 and 2 target ambitions as in line with a 1.5°C trajectory.

Overall net-zero target

Datatec Limited commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY50 from a FY22 base year.

Near-term targets

Datatec Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY30 from a FY22 base year. Datatec Limited also commits that 85% of suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and service will have science-based targets by FY28.

Long-term targets

Datatec Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY50 from a FY22 base year. Datatec Limited also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.

Westcon International

Climate strategy

Westcon International continues to invest in improving its ESG performance and assessing new ways to take meaningful action to reduce its carbon footprint. During FY24, Westcon International's climate change targets were validated by the SBTi giving us confidence that our commitments are robust, credible and in line with the pace of change demanded by climate science. Subsequently, we have been prioritising the emission reduction initiatives that will progress us towards these targets and we are starting to see the outcomes of these initiatives within our reporting.

Emissions		tCO2e 2024	tCO2e 2022
Scope 1		1 307	900
Scope 2 – location-based		2 475	2 790
Scope 2 – market-based		1 944	2 663
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – location-based		3 781	3 690
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – market-based		3 250	3 563

Note: The carbon emissions data presented in the table has not been audited and should not be considered as an assurance of the accuracy and completeness of such information.

*Data Quality Assurance: In FY24, Westcon conducted an internal review of Scope 1 and 2 emissions data. This process identified minor historical corrections for FY23 data, resulting in a change of less than 2% compared to previously reported figures.

Scope 2 emissions: A decrease in scope 2 emissions in FY24 which is attributed to an increase in the procurement of renewable electricity.

Scope 1 emissions: FY24 data indicates an increase in scope 1 emissions. This rise is driven by two primary factors:

An 18% year-on-year (YoY) increase in mobile combustion emissions, linked to company vehicle usage.

A 60% YoY increase in generator usage for South African operations due to loadshedding.

For detailed information on Westcon’s Our Planet strategy and strategic progress, please refer to the Datatec 2024 integrated report.

Environmental initiatives

Westcon International looks to protect the environment proactively and activities include:

• Recycling - initiatives are active within all Westcon International's offices with containers to recycle batteries, food in dining rooms/cafeterias and paper recycling. Internal recycling policy posters are displayed to raise awareness and drive personal responsibility. Electronic waste is recycled through approved third parties or donated to non-profit organisations.
• Conducting energy audits to identify consumption hotspots and opportunities for efficiency improvements. Using technology such as smart-metering and sensors to track consumption and utilisation of our office space more accurately.
• Incorporating sustainability considerations into our Real Estate strategy and working closely with our landlords to implement energy efficiency measures including LED lighting & sensors, electric vehicle charging points and other infrastructure improvements.
• Incorporating ESG within our corporate induction and ongoing training programmes to improve awareness and drive personal accountability for our staff.

Waste and recycling

• Westcon International continues to make declarations regarding WEEE - packaging and batteries are in line with statutory legislation.
• Strict controls are in place over e-waste using collection points for end-of-life e-waste.
• Collected by licensed waste companies and processed in accordance with legislation.
• E-waste relating to end-of-life products sold/distributed is managed by specially selected waste management compliance schemes.
• Required data of new products sold is collected and submitted to the appropriate authorities, mainly in Europe, and Westcon International is preparing to meet other countries' future waste requirements. In India, Westcon International is required to be part of an e-waste management and education programme to be able to trade in the region and has a third-party provider who manages this programme and ensures that e-waste quotas are completed.
• In the Asia-Pacific region where warehouses manage their own waste, key recyclable elements coming out of the facilities are separated. Where landlords manage the waste, there is proactive engagement with the landlords to change their waste programmes or monitor and report on waste.

Logicalis

Logicalis’ short-term plans and policies include:

• An e-waste policy and regional plans as a step toward our commitment to divert a minimum of 50% of the waste generated by our operations from landfill over the next three years.
• The implementation of a sustainable travel policy, geared to help us make smarter travel choices and reduce our overall scope 3 emissions.
• We have committed to having 75% of our operations powered by renewable energy
• The Logicalis Environmental Policy, establishing a clear and comprehensive framework for Logicalis' commitment to environmental sustainability.

Emissions		tCO2e 2024	tCO2e 2023*
Scope 1		854	1 158
Scope 2 – location-based		3 174	2 906
Scope 2 – market-based		2 582	2 895
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – location-based		4 028	4 063
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – market-based		3 436	4 053

Note: The carbon emissions data presented in the table has not been audited and should not be considered as an assurance of the accuracy and completeness of such information.
Logicalis International Year-On-Year movements:
Scope 1 emissions:
	Logicalis has reduced scope 1 emissions by 26% in FY24.
	The decrease can be attributed to reduced natural gas consumption (stationary combustion) in FY24.
	In FY23, Chippendale (Australia) represented around 90.5% of Logicalis' total natural gas use.
	In FY24, Chippendale significantly reduced these emissions (99% reduction), resulting in the overall reduction of Scope 1 emissions.
Scope 2 emissions:
	Location-based scope 2 emissions increased by 9% from FY23. Increase attributed to the new offices not part of the FY23 data collection.
*	Logicalis International's FY23 figures have been adjusted to reflect the recent split of Logicalis Group. For FY24 and onwards, emissions will be reported separately for Logicalis International and Logicalis LATAM. Figures reported in the table above are only for Logicalis International. This is a data split only, with no changes made to the underlying emissions data itself.

Logicalis’ emissions-related targets include:

• Emission reduction target of 2% for all Europe and Latin America operations.
• Emission reduction target of 5% for South Africa, North America, Australian and Asian operations.
• A target to continue our switch to renewable energy with all operations achieving the switch by 2030.
• For operations with mobile fleets (European operations) we have made a commitment to switch to electric or biodiesel fuel at a rate of 6% per year.
• Progress our waste management journey by extending the scope of our management plans and policy from e-waste to general waste.
• Responsible Business training for all employees.

Logicalis International

Environmental initiatives

North America

• Logicalis US ("LUS") made significant strides in FY24 to optimise workplace efficiency through a strategic office space reduction initiative. In July 2023, the Bloomfield Hills office closed and relocated to a new, smaller space in Troy, Michigan. This move reduced 29,699 square feet of leased office space.
• Switch to Hybrid vehicles: Acknowledging the limitations of the two electric trucks acquired in FY23, a strategic shift was made towards hybrid alternatives. A multi-year plan was established to replace 18 gas trucks with hybrid models. The roll-out will commence in FY26 at a rate of three trucks per year. This initiative demonstrates a commitment to reducing emissions within the Tempe Cabling Group.
• Successfully submitted the EcoVadis assessment for the second year, receiving a Bronze Medal rating for the 2024 assessment. Logicalis USA was recognised as being in the top 35% of companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Plans are underway to close the Oregon Office in June 2024.
• Continue to evaluate its remaining office locations, identifying further opportunities to reduce square footage and enhance space utilisation.
• Improve the Ecovadis rating score in FY25.

Europe

UK, Channel Islands and Ireland

• Electric car scheme. The initiative allows employees to transition from traditional petrol or diesel vehicles to electric or hybrid alternatives. It leverages a salary sacrifice scheme, offering significant cost benefits through tax and national insurance savings. About 17 employees have signed up for this programme.
• The cycle to work scheme has continued with an increase in the number of employees who can borrow between £1 000 to £4 000, encouraging employees to buy bikes and use the car less.
• Flexible working has enabled a reduced office footprint of 50%, further reducing energy consumption.
• Relocated the Dublin office to a new space with a reduced footprint. This strategic move optimised space utilisation and facilitated a switch to a renewable energy supplier.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Logicalis UK will continue offering the electric car scheme in FY25. This ongoing initiative allows employees to make eco-conscious choices while receiving financial incentives.
• The cycle to work scheme initiative will be continued in FY25 to allow staff to purchase a bicycle or kit via salary sacrifice for up to £4 000.

Germany

• Responsible e-waste management: Launched a joint mobile phone collection initiative with Deutsche Telekom and Foxway. Partnering with a specialised provider ensures that used devices are either refurbished or sustainably recycled. We collected 100 phones by March 2024 and recycled 30-40 used laptops in FY24.
• Logicalis Germany achieved a Bronze EcoVadis Medal, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability practices.
• Cisco sustainability specialization: Maintained ongoing participation in the Cisco sustainability specialization programme, which recognises our commitment to sustainable hardware usage and recycling practices.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Donate used laptops to schools (if they are still functional) and sustainably recycle non-functional devices by a specialised provider.
• Improve the Ecovadis rating score in FY25.

Spain

• Reduction in energy consumption: Upgraded the lighting in Madrid offices by replacing fluorescent lamps with LED luminaires. This reduced electricity consumption, leading to cost savings and lower maintenance expenses.
• Developed a comprehensive plan aligned with the Group's goals, including:
  • An annual target of at least 2% reduction in energy use.
  • Gradual transition of the vehicle fleet towards electric/plug-in hybrid options (6% annually).
• Electric vehicle charging infrastructure: Five double charging sockets for electric vehicles were installed in the Logicalis Madrid car park, supporting the transition to cleaner transportation.
• Carbon footprint quantification and reduction: Verified the 2021 Greenhouse Gas Inventory according to ISO 14064-1:2019, establishing a baseline for emissions.
• Achieved carbon neutrality by offsetting emissions based on the verified inventory ahead of Logicalis Group's 2025 target.
• Developed an internal carbon footprint calculator to estimate emissions from services offered to customers, promoting transparency with clients.
• Responsible waste management was demonstrated by:
  • Switching to recycled notebooks for employees, reducing environmental impact.
  • The Logicalis Group's e-waste policy was communicated to raise awareness of responsible electronic waste management and conducted an initial inventory of disused ICT equipment for proper decommissioning and partnered with authorised e-waste handlers.
• Donated usable equipment to a local association, promoting digital inclusion and responsible resource management.
• Achieved a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, demonstrating robust performance in carbon footprint calculation, customer communication and departmental involvement.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Verify greenhouse gas emissions reports for 2022 and 2023 according to ISO 14064-1:2019.
• Reduce indirect emissions from domestic air travel.
• Offset emissions for 2022 and 2023 based on verified reports.
• Implement an internal procedure for managing ICT assets throughout their lifecycle, conduct a comprehensive inventory of all ICT assets, and establish a system for tracking ICT assets with annual KPIs.
• Sustainable procurement: Encourage customer adoption of the Logicalis Sustainable Procurement Policy.
• Maintain EcoVadis Sustainability Gold Medal Ranking, highlighting Logicalis Spain's strong sustainability performance as recognised by EcoVadis.

Portugal

• Achieved a significant milestone with 32% of our car fleet now fully electric.
• BYOCUP & Plastic Zero: Our offices are 100% free of plastic and disposables.
• The Positive Cup (recycle coffee capsules): A proud partnership with Nespresso resulted in the recycling of 253kg of coffee capsules this year.
• Sustainable merchandising for the current office: We've switched to sustainable products for all merchandising and welcome kits.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Reach at least 40% electric vehicles. Promote electric options internally-every time someone changes their car, 100% electric is the first choice presented.
• Building on this achievement, we've offered reusable coffee cups to all employees to eliminate paper cups and wooden spoons.
• Continuing the successful partnership with Nespresso to reduce waste further.
• Since FY24, all welcome kits for new employees have included sustainable items like fabric bags, refillable notebooks, reusable water bottles and wooden pens/pencils. In FY25, this initiative will be expanded to partner and employee events.

MEA

Logicalis South Africa implemented a number of impact-reducing environmental initiatives in FY24:

• Logicalis digital energy launch: Established a green energy profile to support customer transitions to sustainable power solutions. This partnership with Huawei Digital Power will deploy the first-ever Huawei Power S system in South Africa. This marks the first-ever deployment of the Huawei Power S system in the region, a significant milestone in providing cost-effective, flexible and scalable smart power systems for businesses and communities.
• Waste management: Implemented a successful in-office waste reduction, reuse and recycling programme.
• Completed the annual Ecovadis sustainability assessment.

Plans/targets for FY25

• To continue LSA's partnership with Huawei and grow our green energy portfolio to assist more customers in sustainable businesses. Logicalis has thus far engaged with the first successful deployment and is in the process of writing a testimonial/case study, which will be valuable to secure further sales.

Asia-Pacific

Australia

In FY24, Logicalis Australia's environmental initiatives included:

• Logicalis Australia offices became single-use coffee cup-free zones throughout FY24. This initiative directly aligns with our strategic goals of reducing our environmental footprint and fostering a more sustainable work environment.
• Logicalis Australia actively participated in World Clean-Up Day in FY24.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Logicalis Australia remains committed to our single-use coffee cup ban. FY25 will see continued encouragement for employees to utilise reusable coffee cups.
• Building on the success of our FY24 World Clean-Up Day participation, Logicalis Australia aims to continue with this initiative in FY25 to clean up the streets around our offices.

Logicalis Asia implemented environmental initiatives across Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore which included:

Hong Kong

• Achieved outstanding results in the HK Green Organization Certification assessment conducted in July 2023. This ongoing programme evaluates and recognises organisations committed to sustainable practices and recognition with the:
  • EnergyWise Certificate with Excellence Level, demonstrating exceptional energy efficiency efforts.
  • WasteWise Certificate with Excellence Level, highlighting exceptional waste management practices.
• Sustainability Champions: Established a culture of environmental responsibility through several initiatives:
  • Green Mondays: Promotes sustainable practices by encouraging meat-free Mondays, reducing the environmental impact of meat production. (Recognised with the HK Green Day Certificate of Appreciation in June 2023)
  • Staff training on recycling: Empowered employees with the knowledge and skills to effectively recycle waste materials.
  • Energy conservation and waste management policy Implementation: Developed and implemented a comprehensive policy outlining the best energy conservation and waste management practices.

Indonesia

• Reduced single-use plastics: Launched a "No Plastic Day Campaign". This initiative promotes a more sustainable workplace environment and reduces plastic waste generation.
• Partnered with TES-AMMS, a Sustainable technology lifecycle solutions company, for the sustainable disposal of e-waste. Logicalis Indonesia recycled about five tonnes of e-waste during FY24.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Implement a waste reduction Initiative under the theme "Say No to e-waste" which aims to collect e-waste from employees to be recycled and reward employees who participate in the initiative.
• World Earth Day Textile Waste Campaign: Plan a campaign focused on textile waste reduction on 22 April 2024, in conjunction with World Earth Day in Indonesia.
• Employee waste recycling training: Implement a training programme to educate employees on proper waste segregation and recycling practices.

Logicalis Latin America

Logicalis Latin America is devoted to making meaningful progress towards sustainability. It prides itself on taking small steps to create ripples in its ecosystem to ensure it can drive a more sustainable future. Whether effectively managing its environment or positively impacting corporate profitability through its initiatives, Logicalis Latin America is leading the way in sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.

FY24 environmental performance

Emissions		tCO2e 2024	tCO2e 2023
Scope 1		321	468
Scope 2 – location-based		378	440
Scope 2 – market-based		378	440
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – location-based		698	908
Total scope 1 and 2 emissions – market-based		698	908

Note: The carbon emissions data presented in the table has not been audited and should not be considered as an assurance of the accuracy and completeness of such information.

Logicalis LATAM Year-On-Year movements:

Scope 1 emissions: Decreased significantly by 32% in FY24 compared to FY23 due to a 40% reduction in diesel usage for company vehicles across Chile.

Scope 2 emissions: A 14% decrease in scope 2 emissions in FY24 due to a decline in grid electricity consumption in Chile.

Environmental initiatives

• Since 2018, Logicalis Brazil has conducted comprehensive GHG inventories (scopes 1, 2, and 3) and neutralised emissions for scopes 1 and 2. In 2019, they also expanded their commitment to offsetting scope 3 emissions.
• In 2022, Logicalis Chile joined the initiative, establishing its own GHG inventory and offsetting emissions across all three scopes.
• Electric vehicle project: Launched in August 2022, the supply chain team is leading an electric vehicle project to transport equipment near São Paulo. This initiative resulted in:
  • Zero carbon emissions for deliveries using the electric van.
  • Up to 5% cost savings in transportation compared to traditional vehicles.
  • 4% of the total delivery volume was fulfilled by the electric van in the last fiscal year.
• Responsible e-waste management: Launched the fourth annual e-waste campaign, encouraging employees to properly dispose of electronic waste (e-waste) at work or home. This initiative collected 1 472kg of obsolete equipment across Brazil (672kg) and Argentina (800kg), including routers, printers, cables, batteries and TVs.
• Logicalis collects and disposes of electronic equipment discarded by customers through a strict routine. Obsolete items are sent to certified suppliers every six months for proper disposal. A technical report is issued for control purposes, and the process is regulated by the Materials Availability and Reservation Policy and Reverse Logistics Regulations.
• Logicalis Brazil disposed of 3,60 tonnes of e-waste (FY24) — this number covers Obsolete Equipment Disposal (Logicalis) and Reverse Logistics (Logicalis' Customers).

Plans/targets for FY25

• Maintain the GHG management programme in Brazil and Chile and expand the programme to include Mexico in the GHG inventory and offsetting programme.
• Electric fleet expansion: Continue operating the electric vans in São Paulo and analyse the feasibility of expanding the electric vehicle fleet to serve more customers and regions across Latin America.
• Plan to broaden the reach of the e-waste campaign by including Paraguay and Chile in the next iteration. This expansion fosters responsible e-waste management practices across various Latin American countries.
• Logicalis Brazil will continue its established programme for responsible inventory management and e-waste disposal.
• Logicalis Brazil will continue to offer the Reverse Logistics programme, providing its customers with a sustainable solution for managing their electronic waste.

Logicalis Brazil electric delivery vehicle.