Case study
Embedding sustainability into business advisory
Legal
Large Business
Aspen Waite, a trusted business advisory firm renowned for its comprehensive growth services, has embraced sustainability as a core component of its strategic offerings. Recognising the growing importance of environmental responsibility, Aspen Waite established its Legacy division to provide clients with tailored energy-saving and carbon-reduction solutions.
About Aspen White
Aspen Waite is taking bold steps to reduce its own carbon footprint while setting an example for clients. By appointing Sustainability Champions at each of its offices and reshaping its procurement policy, Aspen Waite is not only driving internal transformation but also inspiring positive change in the advisory sector.
Location
UK
Company size
1,000+ fte
Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Use case
Demonstrating sustainability leadership in the advisory sector
Services used
Carbon footprint measurement, carbon reduction planning
The issue
Aspen Waite recognised growing client demand for sustainability advice and the need to walk the talk.
The challenges
Aspen Waite faced several practical obstacles in their sustainability efforts. They lacked comprehensive visibility into their full carbon impact, preventing accurate measurement and targeted reduction initiatives. The firm also needed to develop sector-relevant carbon reporting that properly aligned with GHG protocol standards for accounting firms. Additionally, they encountered challenges in consistently integrating sustainability practices across their multiple office locations, each with different operational contexts and requirements.
The solution
Aspen Waite completed a baseline carbon footprint assessment to understand their emissions profile across all operations. They created a comprehensive roadmap for carbon reduction with clear targets and timelines. The firm introduced Sustainability Champions at each office location to drive local initiatives and ensure consistent implementation. They conducted a thorough review of procurement practices, prioritising sustainable suppliers and products. Additionally, they began transitioning to renewable energy sources across their office network.
The results
Aspen Waite achieved certification as "On the Road to Net Zero," validating their carbon reduction approach. The firm enhanced transparency by sharing their sustainability journey and metrics with clients, strengthening their advisory credibility. They systematically overhauled their procurement processes to prioritise sustainable options and suppliers. These changes contributed to strengthened staff engagement with sustainability across the organisation, with employees actively participating in initiatives and bringing forward new ideas for improvement.
"Now we have completed our baseline report and identified our carbon reduction plan, taking us to the highly recognised OTRTNZ certification."
Mark Waite, CEO, Aspen Waite
