As a leading design and manufacturer of RF
equipment, we are continuously striving to
improve our impact on employees, the wider community, and the environment, whilst upholding the highest standards of governance.
Corporate Responsibility Report
[Link to 2024 Report]
Case Studies
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Environmental
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Social
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Governance
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Reports
Corporate Responsibility Report [Link]
Carbon Footprint Report [Link]
Carbon Reduction Actions [Link]
Snapshot Green Travel Scheme [Link]
Codes of practice
Supplier Code of Conduct [Link]
Policies
ESG Policy & Framework [Link]
Sustainable Procurement Policy [Link]
Health & Safety Policy Quality & Environmental Policy Human [Link]
Rights Policy Statement Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy [Link]
Anti-Competitive Practices [Link]
Certificates
ISO Quality [Link]
ISO Environmental [Link]
GPTW [Link]
Environmental
Reducing the energy, carbon, water and waste impact of our businessis of critical importance to ETL. We are increasingly integratingenvironmental responsibility into our activities, from daily operations and processes through to long term business planning andinvestment. We aim to reduce our environmental impact across the full life cycle of our products and services by engagement with suppliers; to propagate environmental responsibility throughout our supply chain
Commitment to Net Zero
ETL’s Carbon Reduction Roadmap aims to reduce
emissions year-on-year in line with NET Zero
reduction targets. Our updated roadmap states a Net Zero target date of 2050 and target of a 70%
reduction in CO2e emissions by 2033 (from the baseline position) READ MORE
Energy Monitoring
In January 2024 we installed a new Energy Monitoring System to capture overall electricity consumption and a breakdown of key equipment consumption (including air con and plant facilities). READ MORE
Green Travel Scheme
Encouraging employees to commute using eco-friendly modes of transportation is a key initiative at ETL, aimed at decreasing traffic congestion caused by single-occupancy
vehicles. The Green Travel Scheme, initiated in 2022, promotes active travel, car sharing and the use of public
transportation. Various programs and incentives are in place
to facilitate this shift, including reward opportunities for participants. READ MORE
Waste Management
ETL’s headquarters operates at zero waste to
landfill with waste being streamed into general (recovered for energy) and recycling. Initiatives to
increase recycling are continuously being sought such as direct recycling of plastic, bubble wrap and
foam and recyclable packaging and re-use of product. READ MORE
Quality & Environmental Management
ETL operates under ISO 9001 Quality Management System
and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. We are continuously working on improving our processes and systems in place that impact our Quality and
Environmental performance. READ MORE
Sustainable Procurement
ETL is committed to operating in a responsible and
sustainable way. As a design and manufacturing
company of RF technology solutions, embedding
this into our procurement process is key to
sustainable business growth. Our Sustainable Procurement Policy sets out our approach to procurement across key areas READ MORE
Product Design
Environmental impact is at the heart of product development. The GENUS modular range has standardised
and reduced parts in the supply-chain. Digital-IF (new
technology) brings incredible environmental benefits by
shifting from a hardware to a software focussed solution – an inherently lower carbon-footprint (less hardware
infrastructure, on-site management and travelling). READ MORE
Social
ETL’s people have made the company as it stands today, and each member of staff is highly valued. As well as providing a safe and
inclusive environment, we are committed to supporting employees in developing and maximising their career potential so that they can
thrive at work. ETL’s commitment to its staff is reflected in obtaining “Great Place To Work” certification (Nov 23 – Nov 24). We also strive to be a valued partner to our communities, with positive and growing relationships with local education
establishments and charities.
Health & Safety
Health and Safety is integral to how we do business as a responsible employer; ensuring that we provide a safe and healthy working environment for our staff whilst at work and others who could be affected by our work activities.
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Training and development
IETL’s Career Pathways programme works alongside our performance review process to support employees in achieving their career aims, recognising strengths and development areas and exploring opportunities.
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Employee surveys
Staff feedback is critical to understand where improvements can be made across the business. In FY24 we attained “Great Place To Work” certification (Nov 23 – Nov 24)., with 72% of staff recommending ETL as a great place to work.
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Employee Forum
The ETL Employee Forum launched in March 2023 gives representatives from all areas of the business a platform to openly discuss, debate and voice opinions.
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Employee Events
ETL places a significant emphasis on employee events, where our Facilities Lead Lynn Shaw collaborates with various teams to organize a diverse array of events throughout the year, catering to the entire company or specific teams.
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Community engagement
ETL aims to be a trusted partner within our communities, fostering positive and expanding connections with local educational institutions and charitable organizations.
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Early Careers
ETL actively engages with education establishments to seek students who are interested in exploring a career at ETL, within engineering, or another one of ETL’s departments.
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Governance
Upholding the highest standards of governance is essential to maintaining value for our shareholders, external board members and other stake holders. This includes complying with all laws, rules, regulations, and policies applicable to our business.
Corporate Governance
ETL’s Board of Directors is comprised of both Executive and Non-Executive members with a diverse range of experience.
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Code of business ethics
ETL is committed to promoting the highest standards of openness, integrity, and accountability. The Company encourages all employees to conduct themselves in accordance with high moral and ethical standards showing respect, integrity honesty, fairness, and in full compliance with the law.
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Supply Chain Management
As part of a network of other organisations, people, and the environment, ETL’s relationship with its suppliers and third parties is critical for ethical and sustainable business growth. ETL’s Supplier Code of Conduct compliments ETL’s ESG Policy and Framework and Sustainable Procurement Policy by encouraging socially and environmentally responsible business ethics across this network.
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Cyber Security and Data Protection
ETL complies with all applicable data privacy laws and regulations including GDPR. Cyber Security accreditation is in place with UK Cyber Essentials. We have a strong cybersecurity strategy in place to monitor cyber protection including regular network and device scanning and reporting.
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Export Control & Compliance
ETL’s Export Control Compliance Policies ensure compliance to UK and US export legislation and export controls. The Company carries out an annual review of ETL products and technologies against the Export Control Lists. Training is delivered to relevant teams by ETL’s Security Controller.
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Anti-Bribery & Corruption
It is the policy of ETL to conduct all of its business in an honest and ethical manner. The Company takes a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption in whatever form it may be encountered.
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Anti-Competitive Practices
ETL does not tolerate any anti-competitive behaviour, or behaviour which could lead to anti-competitive activity, or any legal, ethical, or moral breach of competition law. All staff and third parties acting on behalf of ETL are required to comply with ETL’s Anti-Competitive Practices Policy. This outlines obligations and conduct required when dealing with competitors, customers and relating to a dominant market share.
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Case Studies
Energy Reduction SMT Line
Location: SMT Line, manufacturing site in Hereford
Action: change to reflow oven start up settings on
SMT lines 2 and 3 from 23 May 2024
READ STORY
Case Studies
Solar PV
Location: Hereford HQ
Action: 95% increase in solar PV at HQ in May 2023
READ STORY
Case Studies
Green Travel Scheme
21% increase in Green Travel Scheme participation in FY24 and 61% increase in journeys logged
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Case Studies
Recycling initiative
Location: Hereford HQ
Action: Direct recycling of soft plastic, bubble wrap and foam
READ STORY
Case Studies
ISO annual audit
Location: Hereford and Rickmansworth
Action: ISO Audit 2024
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