Sustainable warehousing and logistics that supports customer net zero goals
Sustainability is built into how we design, operate, and improve our UK and Ireland footprint. Our focus is practical progress that reduces environmental impact, supports resilient operations, and strengthens customer confidence through clear commitments and transparent reporting.
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainable warehousing and logistics that supports customer net zero goals
Sustainability is built into how we design, operate, and improve our UK and Ireland footprint. Our focus is practical progress that reduces environmental impact, supports resilient operations, and strengthens customer confidence through clear commitments and transparent reporting.
Our approach
Sustainable logistics is not a separate programme. It is part of operational design and continuous improvement. Customers need partners that reduce carbon impact, improve efficiency, and meet governance expectations without compromising service levels.
Our Sustainability and ESG approach focuses on three outcomes:
- More efficient operations through energy-efficient design and practical site upgrades
- Responsible environmental commitments aligned to long-term goals across the Iron Mountain Group
- Stronger trust and transparency through recognised reporting frameworks and compliance
Sustainable footprint
Across our Warehousing and Logistics footprint
- BREEAM certified warehouses, including sites rated Excellent
- 100 percent electricity from renewable sources
- Energy efficiency features, including PIR motion sensor LED lighting
- EV car charging stations at selected sites
- Rainwater harvesting and wilded landscaping that supports biodiversity net gain and employee wellbeing
- WELL-aligned facility design where applicable, supporting energy efficiency and customer net zero alignment
Rugby campus sustainability highlights
- 24-hour PV solar electricity and battery storage, plus a combined heat and power plant
Protecting the planet
Iron Mountain Group ambitions
- Net Zero by 2040
- 100 percent renewable energy by 2040
- Zero waste operations by 2040
W&L Europe ambitions
- All UK sites BREEAM certified, targeting Very Good to Excellent ratings
- 100 percent renewable electricity sourced from wind and solar
- Zero waste to landfill, with waste recycled or converted into energy
What this means for customers
Sustainability should support performance, not add complexity. Customers benefit through:
- Facilities designed for energy efficiency and operational control
- Reduced waste and better resource management in day-to-day operations
- Stronger alignment with customer ESG requirements and supplier assessment needs
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Empowering our people
With new opportunities for current Mountaineers, and we act as magnet to attract and develop new talent
- Attract: Scalable organisation structure that can adapt quickly to the changes in demand. Strategic recruitment plan for growth.
- Train: Comprehensive induction, onboarding and training delivered Legal and compliance training completed via our online training platform.
- Develop: All permanent colleagues have development plans in place. Blended learning interventions through the IM Learning platform, and face-to-face workshops.
- Retain and empower: Annual colleague engagement survey and action plans in place. DEI Employee Resource Groups. Career progression opportunities. Innovative internal communications framework.
Safeguarding customer trust
Compliance and governance
- Compliance with UK Data Protection Act, EU GDPR, and Binding Corporate Rules (BCR)
- Compliance with UK mandatory reporting, including TCFD, SECR, ESOS, and CSRD (2024 activities)
- Voluntary non-financial disclosure using GRI standards
- Carbon emissions disclosure via CDP
- Validated carbon emissions reduction plan through SBTi
Sustainability FAQs
What does sustainable warehousing mean in practice?
Sustainable warehousing focuses on reducing energy use and environmental impact while maintaining high operational performance. This includes recognised building standards, renewable electricity, practical site efficiencies, and continuous improvement that reduces waste and supports resilient fulfilment.
Do your UK sites use renewable electricity?
Are your warehouses BREEAM certified?
What sustainability features exist at site level?
Site-level features include PIR motion sensor LED lighting, EV charging stations at selected sites, and rainwater harvesting with wilded landscaping that supports biodiversity net gain and employee wellbeing. Rugby also includes PV solar electricity and battery storage, plus a combined heat and power plant.