Today’s actions determine the outcome of tomorrow, that’s why we believe in delivering sustainable outcomes for the environment, communities, and future generations.
ERG International Group is a place where exceptional talent has come together to take on immense challenges and create award-winning infrastructure projects. As part of our commitment to embed sustainability in the way we operate, our infrastructure projects comply with international environmental and social (E&S) standards. We continue to be a place where like-minded individuals collaborate with the aim to build a business that creates infrastructure which enriches our work, lives, and planet.
ERG International Group strives for positive outcomes in the projects that we are involved in, and environmental and social sustainability is a crucial component to achieving them. We work to the highest international standards including:
International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability (IFC PS);
Equator Principles IV (EP); and
OECD Common Approaches (CA).
We work closely with world-leading E&S consultancy firms in the initial environmental and social impact assessment process for our projects, third-party due diligence, and the ongoing monitoring and progress reporting back to stakeholders and international lenders.
Within ERG International Group, we are committed to protecting the environment, engaging with local communities, and promoting sustainability internally. We recognise that our business activities can have an impact on the environment and are dedicated to minimising our environmental footprint, while also empowering infrastructure development to enable clean energy and transportation where it is needed the most.
One of our current projects is Our AIHSR Project involves the design, construction, and operation of a 503.2 km high-speed rail line, connecting Ankara, the capital of Turkey, to Izmir.
This railway line will decarbonise travel and help the Turkish government meet its COP26 climate commitment to reduce emissions by 21% by 2030. A key aim of the Project is to improve the efficiency and adequacy of the transport system in the local regions by addressing poor rail connectivity and lack of sustainable alternative transport modes. It will ease road traffic congestion and promote socio-economic development throughout the regions, whilst also supporting the tourism industry in Izmir.
We acknowledge the increasing importance of addressing the risks and opportunities that arise from climate change and the focus to transition to a low-carbon economy. We are currently in the process of benchmarking and assessing our ERG performance and carbon footprint, with the goal to finalise our carbon reduction plans.
We are proud to announce that we have published our first voluntary Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) report for 2023. See more here.
We as a business can only be as successful as our people. At ERG International Group, we value the skills and talent of our employees. We are dedicated to forging a diverse, inclusive workforce and promoting long-term growth with our Company. Our leadership team is committed to championing diversity of thought, providing equal opportunities, offering a wide programme of initiatives and services, and supporting the professional and personal growth of our employees.
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer. In July 2023, we were awarded the Investors in People accreditation. See more on Our Values page.