Our planet

Datatec is deepening its investment into minimising its environmental impact across its business value chain. It supports leading initiatives in the global sustainability space, and counts the United Nations Global Compact, CDP and SBTi among its formal commitments.

FY24 environmental performance

Emission reduction is a significant pillar of Datatec’s “Our Planet” strategy, and its efforts are informed by its short- and long-term ambitions. A strong focus is on bolstering emission reduction action plans, ensuring effective tracking and progress measurement. Datatec appreciates that a net-zero impact strategy takes time and requires a holistic strategy and consistent, considered application.

In FY24, Datatec had all regions report emissions data to the CDP. This accomplishment reflects our commitment to transparency and accountability in environmental performance. Our B score positioned us above both the African and Global averages, demonstrating our leadership in climate action within the region and globally. While risk management and governance remained our strongest areas, we have also improved our target setting through our SBTi commitment.

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 scope 2 emissions for the Group, marking the second year of such disclosure.

Emissions		tCO2e 2024	tCO2e 2023
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.

Enhancing environmental data collection

Datatec recognises the importance of robust data collection for effective emissions reduction and environmental management. In FY24, we have continued to refine our data collection processes, which allows for more accurate measurement of our environmental impact and facilitates better decision-making for further emission reduction strategies.

Stepping towards a net-zero tomorrow

A key achievement in FY24 was successfully validating our SBTi targets. These ambitious goals, encompassing Datatec and our subsidiaries, set a clear path towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This validation by SBTi reinforces our commitment to aligning our operations with the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to below 2°C. Our SBTi targets are:

• Reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline
• Ensure 85% of suppliers set science-based emission reduction targets by 2028
• Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050

To meet our goals, we have developed carbon reduction plans specific to the regions in which we operate. We will perform annual reviews to ensure our targets remain aligned with climate science, and we are confident that our targets will provide a platform for continued improvements in our environmental sustainability efforts.

Westcon International

Protecting our planet is important to Westcon International which is why it is acting to minimise its largest impact area: supply chain emissions. It plans to use its scale and influence in the supply chain to promote sustainability and help its partners do the same. Westcon International is also working to minimise its environmental footprint through circular and environmentally responsible technology, which provides commercial value to its partners and vendors.

Plans/targets for FY25

• Accelerate our renewable energy transition outside of Europe.
• Conduct inaugural EcoVadis assessment at the Westcon International level
• Complete formal double materiality assessment
• Align our FY24 Responsible Business report with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards
• Development of in-house ESG data management tooling to drive improvements and efficiencies and prepare for external audit
• Focus on continuing to improve our methodology and the robustness of our scope 3 (supply chain) emissions calculations
• Respond to CDP at the Westcon International level
• Development of a partner emissions reporting capability
• Agree regional environmental targets to drive progress and support broader accountability across the business
• Integration of Supplier Code of Conduct, Environmental addendum within vendor onboarding processes
• Expand the scope of our supply chain engagement programme to incorporate fast-growing vendors and other strategic suppliers
• Improve the sustainability credentials of the packaging used within our logistics distribution centres
• Improve our partner enablement offerings linked to sustainability to help them achieve their own goals.

Progress against FY24 goals

	FY24 goals		FY24 delivery
	Establish formal governance structures to ensure that sustainability is embedded within the broader Westcon International strategy		An ESG steering committee has been established, composed of senior leaders from diverse business functions. This group meets bi-annually to discuss sustainability topics and consider their impact on broader company strategy.
	Focus on improving data quality across environmental metrics, driven by increased collaboration with vendors		Our processes for collecting and validating environmental data have improved significantly Year over Year within our operations. We have also seen some notable improvements in supply chain data, but this will be a continued focus in FY25.
	Implement Responsible Business policies linked to travel and electric vehicles		We are evaluating our approach to both business travel and company-leased vehicles and expect changes in both of these areas in FY25 which will support our sustainability goals.
	Increase procurement of renewable energy in Europe through tariff switches		70% of our electricity consumption in Europe is from renewable sources, an increase of 10% YoY. We will continue to increase this in FY25.
	Further develop Responsible Business KPIs and internal targets		We have set a target to reach 100% renewable electricity powering our global operations by 2030. This complements our existing climate change targets. We are working to develop regional targets linked to these to drive progress towards our longer-term goals.
	Establish a baseline for the waste its business generates		We have improved visibility of waste within our Logistics distribution centres globally based on reports provided by our waste service providers. Office waste is not considered to be material in volume and is being estimated currently.
	Launch EMEA sustainability ERG		The Sustainability ERG has been launched and meets fortnightly with an objective of driving grass-roots initiatives.
	Obtain certification for ISO9001 (Quality) and ISO14001 (Environmental) in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore logistics centres		The ISO9001 and ISO14001 certifications were achieved successfully in December 2023.
	Conduct qualitative climate-scenario analysis linked to annual carbon footprint calculation through CDP submission		We have conducted a climate-scenario analysis project to identify both physical and transition risks to the Westcon International business, across a range of plausible climate futures.
	Obtain validation of decarbonisation targets by SBTi		Our climate change targets were validated by the SBTi in December 2023.
	Perform system needs assessment to help plan for future tooling in two key areas: Tracking progress against climate change targets Supporting engagement and collecting data from supply chain		During FY24, we onboarded and deployed a third-party supplier assessment platform to drive engagement and identify risks and opportunities linked to sustainability across our key vendors. An ESG Reporting and Disclosure Manager role has been appointed to lead work to develop and optimise tooling in this space.

 

Progress against FY23 goals noted as "in progress" or "partially achieved" in prior year report

	FY24 goal		FY24 delivery
	Establish key metrics for ESG reporting dashboard		The implementation of an ESG reporting dashboard has been completed.
	Implement and certify its operations across Asia‑Pacific to the ISO14001 standard (environmental management) with a view to providing practical tools to help implement its sustainability strategy and better manage its environmental responsibilities		The ISO14001 certification was achieved successfully in December 2023 across the key APAC operations in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.
	Identify opportunities to collaborate with vendors on ESG topics		We are beginning to identify areas of common interest with our key vendors via our supplier assessment programme. This will be an ongoing process.
	Establish more accurate data from offices in multi‑occupancy buildings		This continues to present a challenge. However, we are piloting smart-metering solutions to address data gaps. We have also defined a clear methodology to estimate consumption where actual data is not available.
	Reduce the amount of waste to landfill		A number of “zero waste to landfill” schemes have been implemented within our offices.

Achieved

Partially achieved

In progress

For detailed information on Westcon’s our planet activities, please refer to the Datatec 2024 annual report.

Logicalis

Improving its environmental performance has become a business imperative for both Logicalis International and Logicalis Latin America.

Logicalis’ commitment to Responsible Business is driven by a dedicated network of champions across the globe. These Responsible Business Champions act as local leaders, spearheading initiatives and fostering a culture of sustainability within their regions.

To further strengthen our sustainability efforts, the Logicalis Environmental Council was established. This council serves as a central body, providing strategic direction, promoting collaboration, and ensuring accountability for achieving our Responsible Business goals.

The Responsible Business Champions and the Environmental Council drive positive change within Logicalis. This collaborative approach positions us to deliver measurable progress on our Responsible Business goals while continuously refining our strategies and aligning with the evolving needs of stakeholders and the market.

Logicalis International targets and commitments

Plans/targets for FY25 and beyond

Logicalis has committed to being a carbon-neutral global organisation by 2025 and formally committed to the SBTi to actively drive a reduction in global emissions. Our commitments include:

• Reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY50
• Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY30 from an FY22 base year
• Ensure that 85% of suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and services will have science-based targets by FY28
• Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY50 from a FY22 base year
• Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe

In addition to the SBTi targets, Logicalis has committed to ambitious goals as part of its broader Responsible Business strategy for tackling climate change. These goals include:

• Having 75% of our operations powered by renewable energy
• Continued implementation of 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 continued implementation of a sustainable travel policy, geared to help us make smarter travel choices and reduce our overall scope 3 emissions

FY24 environmental performance

In FY24, Logicalis focused on the internal execution of the global responsible business and climate strategy. Some of its key achievements:

• The SBTi has validated the science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions target(s) for Logicalis Group. It has classified the scope 1 and 2 target ambition as in line with a 1.5°C trajectory.
• Logicalis strengthened its sustainability strategy with the implementation of key policies including a global e-waste policy, environmental policy, sustainable travel policy and sustainable procurement policy. These policies establish a comprehensive framework to manage environmental impact and promote Responsible Business practices.
• Logicalis has addressed some of the areas identified for improvement through its work using EcoVadis, a sustainability assessment methodology. In FY24, 10 of its global operations achieved an EcoVadis sustainability rating with some operations such as Spain achieving a Gold Medal.
• Logicalis’ work in sustainability has been supported by the “2023 Employee Sustainability Challenge,” an initiative to encourage employees to implement environmental projects worldwide, driving new local initiatives to help reduce emissions, water use, and waste generation.
• Logicalis launched a customer sustainability score, providing its managed services customers with an environmental impact score across its global technology solutions to help them understand their IT emissions and recommendations on how they can improve. This is offered as a scalable, agile, managed service. It is also part of Cisco’s global initiative to repurpose and recycle end-of-use products responsibly. Logicalis currently holds the Cisco environmental sustainability specialisation in eight countries worldwide and will continue to build on this.
• Won Cisco Sustainability Partner of the Year Award

Progress against FY24 goals

	FY24 goal		FY24 delivery
	Annual commitment to energy reduction targets based on energy efficiency for every region of operation, ranging between 2% (for Europe) and 5% for all other regions		The UK, North America, and Europe have achieved the annual commitment to energy reduction targets. Africa and APAC’s energy usage increased due to the reliance on diesel generators for backup power in South Africa, which was caused by load shedding and the inclusion of new operations in APAC.
	For operations with mobile fleets, switch to electric or biodiesel fuel at a rate of 6% per year		We are progressing towards transitioning our mobile fleet to electric and biodiesel options. Operations are actively procuring these alternatives whenever possible.
	Progress Logicalis International’s waste management journey by extending the scope of management plans and policy from e-waste to general waste		In FY24, the implementation of the existing e-waste policy across Logicalis was prioritised and the general waste expansion project deferred to FY25.
	In the first quarter of FY24, launch two new global policies as part of our Responsible Business strategy: A global e-waste policy to facilitate the proper disposal of electronic waste A global sustainable travel policy to reduce carbon footprint while travelling		Successfully launched and implemented the e-waste policy and the sustainable travel policy.
	Launch Responsible Business/ESG training module for all employees in Q2 of FY24		The ESG training was delayed and launched in Q1 of FY25.
	Produce a Logicalis International Responsible Business report for FY24		The Logicalis International Responsible Business report for FY24 will be published in August 2024.

Progress against short and long-term goals

	FY24 goal		FY24 delivery	Achieved/Partially achieved/In progress
	Become carbon neutral on scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. Logicalis International is implementing many sustainability initiatives to achieve this goal, primarily through the implementation of carbon reduction initiatives		2025 (FY26)	In FY24, Logicalis regional CEOs and executives were tasked with integrating carbon offsetting into their FY25 budgets
	Have 50% of the waste generated by its operations diverted from landfill by 2025		2025 (FY26)	Goal revised, with plans underway to establish a baseline for general waste
	Have 75% of its operations powered by renewable energy by FY25		2025 (FY26)	Goal revised in line with SBTi commitment to have all operations operating off renewable energy by 2029. 9% of operations are powered by renewable energy by the end of FY24
	Support 85% of suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and services to have their own science‑based targets by 2027		2027 (FY28)	Logicalis developed a strategic engagement plan to engage directly with our top suppliers to support them in setting their own Science-Based Targets
	Continue to switch to renewable energy, with all operations achieving the switch by 2029		2029 (FY30)	9% of operations are powered by renewable energy by the end of FY24
	Reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030		2030 (FY31)	Logicalis has achieved a 27% reduction in scope 1 emissions from the 2022 baseline. The decrease can be attributed to a reduction in mobile combustion due to a switch towards hybrid and electric vehicles. Scope 2 emissions increased by 14%. In FY24, data collection efforts improved, and new offices that were not included in FY23 data collection were included

Achieved

Partially achieved

In progress

For detailed information on Logicalis International’s our planet activities, please refer to the Datatec 2024 annual report.

Logicalis Latin America

Progress against FY24 goals

	FY24 goal		FY24 delivery
	Expand electric vehicle fleet in Brazil		The electric vehicle fleet 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.
	Continue with the conscious disposal of obsolete equipment in Brazil		Successfully implemented a programme for inventorying obsolete equipment.
	Develop a reverse logistics campaign to incentivise customers in São Paulo to utilise its reverse logistics service, a specific channel to assist customers dispose of products that cannot be disposed of in general waste		Logicalis Brazil disposed of 3.60 tonnes of e-waste (FY24) – this number covers Obsolete Equipment Disposal (Logicalis) and Reverse Logistics (Logicalis' Customers).
	Conduct an ESG-themed Logicalis' suppliers event in Brazil		Successfully hosted the Logicalis suppliers event based on an ESG theme in Brazil. Approximately 30 suppliers attended the event and included a panel with BlockC and ÓGUI to discuss ESG in practice.
	Conduct an e-waste campaign in 2023		Launched the fourth annual e-waste campaign, encouraging employees to properly dispose of electronic waste (e-waste) at work or home
	Develop a carbon emissions inventory for Logicalis Chile, together with Block C, based on its 2022 (calendar year) emissions. Continue the process, which has already begun, in Logicalis Brazil		Logicalis Chile established its own GHG inventory and offset emissions across scopes 1,2 and 3

Achieved

Partially achieved

In progress