Colliers Releases 2024 Global Sustainability Report Highlighting ESG Progress
Colliers has released its 2024 Global Sustainability Report showcasing its progress toward targets set in 2021. The report details the company's updated sustainability strategy, Built to Last, which focuses on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and supporting clients in achieving their sustainability goals.
The strategy is built on three core pillars: Environmental Sustainability, Workplace Experience, and Ethical Governance & Practices. Environmental Sustainability emphasizes decarbonization and asset resilience aligned with climate change goals. Workplace Experience prioritizes employee safety, well-being, and inclusion. Ethical Governance & Practices reflects Colliers’ commitment to ethical conduct, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
The company continues to focus on inclusivity, enhancing employee support programs across Asia Pacific, including India, through expanded Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), personalized wellness services, and strengthened referral programs to widen the talent pool.
Asia Pacific highlights in the report include:
- 39.6% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per square foot from a 2021 baseline
- Secured WELL Health-Safety Ratings in all Colliers offices in Asia Pacific
- 108% participation in Colliers Gives global volunteering program
- Approx 90% engagement in our global employee survey, with engagement scores exceeding external benchmarks
- 30% of manager+ roles held by women
“At Colliers, sustainability is not just a commitment but the foundation of our future. With our refreshed sustainability strategy, ‘Built to Last’, we are prioritizing people, governance, and environmental sustainability, ensuring that progress is both impactful and enduring. From sustainable asset investing to integrating new ESG-focused services, we are embedding sustainability into every facet of our business.
Our unbiased hiring practices, increased women leadership, and sensitivity trainings reflect our dedication to inclusiveness, while our community initiatives reinforce our responsibility to giving back. Winning key accolades and acquiring certifications like Great Place to Work is a testament to our ethical stance and steadfast pursuit of excellence and sustainable growth.
As we move forward, we will continue leading with integrity, innovation, and a deep-rooted commitment to doing right by our people, clients and communities,” says Sankey Prasad, Chairman & MD, Middle-East & India, Colliers.
“Our latest global sustainability report underscores our unwavering commitment to our ESG goals - prioritizing people, governance, and environmental sustainability. By integrating compliant strategies, sustainable asset investments, and inclusive leadership practices, we continue to drive meaningful change. As we embrace technological advancements, we are committed to harnessing AI and pioneering technologies responsibly, integrating policies that drive ethical innovation, improved efficiency, and ascending growth.
Our refreshed approach is also deeply rooted in fostering an inclusive, transparent, and forward-thinking organization. We prioritize the physical and mental well-being of our employees, creating a supportive culture where they can thrive. We hope to empower professionals from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that all our people have equal access to opportunity and resources that unlock their full potential,” says Badal Yagnik, Chief Executive Officer, Colliers India.
