Case study
Driving carbon reduction in modern accountancy
Accounting
Large Business
As an award-winning firm recognised for investing in people and creating a great workplace, Bishop Fleming has taken significant strides in reducing their environmental impact. With a carbon footprint from Ecologi, they are committed to a comprehensive sustainability plan and active membership in Business in the Community.
About Bishop Fleming
Location
UK
Company size
400+ fte
Industry
Accounting
Use case
Sector leadership in carbon accounting and employee engagement
Services used
Carbon footprinting, carbon reduction planning, sustainability strategy, internal engagement tools
The issue
Wanted to align business practices with sustainability while supporting people-first and community values.
The challenges
Bishop Fleming faced unique challenges in applying carbon reporting methodologies to a traditionally low-emission service sector, where impacts are less visible than in manufacturing or energy-intensive industries. They also needed to ensure consistency in sustainability practices across their multiple office locations, each with different operational contexts and regional considerations.
The solution
Bishop Fleming began by benchmarking their emissions across all operations to establish a clear baseline. They built a comprehensive carbon reduction roadmap with specific targets and timelines for implementation. The firm prioritised staff engagement through a series of training sessions and webinars to build internal awareness and capability. Additionally, they launched strategic community partnerships to extend their environmental impact beyond their own operations and strengthen their position as a responsible business in their communities.
The results
Bishop Fleming achieved a validated carbon footprint that provided clarity on their environmental impact. They developed and implemented a targeted reduction plan that prioritised improvements in procurement practices and travel policies. The sustainability initiative contributed to a significant internal culture uplift, with employees actively engaging in environmental initiatives. These efforts complemented their people-first approach, helping them secure recognition as a Great Place to Work® winner.
"Reducing a carbon footprint is not easy so be patient - sometimes it is a case of one step forward and two back. Seek advice – Ecologi are good at this!"
Ewan McClymont, Head of Responsible Business
