Key highlights
- EcoVadis Platinum rating: In 2023, for the fourth year running, we achieved EcoVadis Platinum status, placing us in the top 1% of all companies assessed. EcoVadis’ rigorous annual assessment process ensures we hold ourselves accountable and continue to lead in sustainability.
- ISO-certified environment, health, and safety management: We maintain 100% coverage of our ISO-certified systems across our majority-owned markets, enabling us to monitor, document, and improve our environmental impacts and the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people.
- Carbon emissions reduction: We’ve achieved a 74% reduction in the Scope 1 and 2 emissions associated with our offices since 2016. That includes methodology changes. In 2023, we measured our full carbon footprint, including Scope 3 emissions, which account for 91% of our total footprint. This data will drive our future sustainability goals.
- Investment in renewable electricity: We’re committed to being 100% renewable globally by 2030. In Europe, 59% of our electricity came from renewable sources in 2023, we expect that to increase to over 78% by the end of 2024.
- DE&I: From building a new internal People Insights dashboard to undertaking a global gender pay equity analysis and expanding our DE&I initiatives, we’re making meaningful progress in creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
- Social impact: We supported 37 projects in 2023 through our Making a Difference program, positively impacting young people in our local communities. This year, that number increased to 50 projects.
- Human trafficking awareness: We’re deeply committed to raising awareness about human trafficking. Last year, our efforts included supporting A21’s education project in Cambodia, participating in the A21 Walk For Freedom, and achieving a 94% completion rate on our ‘Don’t Look Away’ training for employees.
Why this report matters
- For clients: Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and this report is designed to provide you with transparency and confidence in our shared sustainability journey. Whether it’s understanding the impact of your travel program through our sustainability products and services or knowing that we’re measuring our full carbon footprint—including Scope 3 emissions, this report equips you with the information you need to collaborate with us on reducing your environmental impact.
- For future clients: If you’re considering partnering with BCD, this report is a testament to our commitment to sustainability. Further, it highlights our proactive approach to managing our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibilities. By choosing BCD, you’re not just selecting a travel partner; you’re aligning with a company that prioritizes the planet and its people.
