Corporate sustainability

Climate change poses a direct threat to societies and economies worldwide. We are committed to contributing to the global effort to limit the rise in global temperatures to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels, with efforts to further limit the increase to 1.5°C. We aim to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy by understanding our environmental impact and implementing deep decarbonisation measures.

Tackling this challenge requires strong global alignment as well as action rooted in local realities. As an international firm, we bring together people and resources across regions, following a science-based approach. At the same time, we work closely within each country and territory where we operate to understand specific needs, align with local regulations, and build practical climate strategies that reflect the context on the ground.

This balance – between global coordination and local action – ensures that our climate efforts are not only consistent but also effective and measurable. Our emissions reduction targets, approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), guide this work and set clear expectations for both near-term progress and long-term transformation.

Through these efforts and ongoing collaboration with our stakeholders, we aim to play an active role in building a low-carbon, sustainable future for our firm, our clients and the wider global community.

Our people

Our people are central to our purpose and success. We strive to foster a people-first culture that prioritises learning; diversity, equity and inclusion; and the individual wellbeing and long-term personal and professional development of our colleagues where our people feel heard, valued and supported to reach their full potential.

Our ability to deliver long-term value depends on how we create a future-ready workplace. Achieving this requires providing the right tools for all individuals to grow, belong and have an impact.

We listen to our people through regular engagement efforts, including our annual people survey, and use insights to adapt our policies and practices.

Across our international firm, we promote flexible working and tailored support to help individuals manage both personal and professional responsibilities-whether in-office or remote.

Learning and development are a core focus. We offer training in technical, soft and digital skills, and in ethics and integrity. Learning paths are designed according to career stage and function to ensure relevance and impact. We place strong emphasis on leadership succession by nurturing future leaders through a robust executive education ecosystem.

As a diverse global organisation, we value a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Our approach to diversity, equity and inclusion is broad and evolving, with further details available on our dedicated page.

Local communities

We aim to make a lasting difference in the communities where we work. By leveraging our professional skills to address social challenges, we focus on education as a powerful tool to support individuals and help build more inclusive, resilient societies.

Community engagement and impact encompasses our work to improve social and economic conditions in our communities in the over 100 countries where we operate.

We recognise that no single approach fits all contexts. That is why we encourage our member firms to deeply understand the specific needs of their communities and to work in partnership with local NGOs to develop meaningful, long-term solutions.  

As a knowledge-based firm, we see education as one of the most effective ways to achieve long-term change. We implement programmes that seek to provide access to means, learning opportunities or employment, with an emphasis on improving access for underserved groups.

We also encourage our people to take part in this effort, supporting volunteer programmes that connect our workforce directly with the communities around them. This hands-on approach helps amplify impact and bring our values to life.

To learn more, visit our Community impact page.

Our principles  shape how we serve and meet the needs of our clients, develop and nurture our talent and work with our communities. They are the foundations of our growth and are embedded in everything we do.

Our global Code of conduct serves as a moral compass for our daily activities. It clearly states the strong values we share, who we are, what we expect from our people and how we interact and create value for our stakeholders.

We believe in creating strategic outcomes while also caring for our people, the planet and society at large. Honouring this belief, we strive to engage with organisations that are equally responsible in the way they do business, valuing ethical, social and environmental factors.