Janitorial Services 

ESG & Sustainability Overview

Published - May 2023​

Janitorial Services - ESG

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria are three categories of non-financial performance indicators that can be used to better understand material 

risks and opportunities within an organization across each of these categories. CBRE Procurement defines ESG as: (E) decarbonizing the supply chain and

environmental risk, (S) supplier diversity, and (G) responsible sourcing, as detailed below when unpacking Environmental, Social and Governance considerations.

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Janitorial Services operations can create material ESG risks and opportunities, so it is important that this category is proactively managed from this perspective.

Environment:

There are several initiatives that can be undertaken by CBRE suppliers to minimize environmental degradation and excess carbon emissions.

Suppliers should consider the following:

  • Business process efficiencies to reduce staff travel between sites
  • Adoption of biodegradable and environmentally friendly chemicals
  • Power efficient cleaning equipment
  • Water efficient cleaning equipment
  • Training staff to minimise environmental impact and resource use through their cleaning techniques
  • Ways to maximise adoption of recycling and landfill diversion schemes

Social: 

Janitorial Services offers opportunities to engage diverse suppliers, social enterprises, and drive local skills development.  

When offering their services Supplier partner's should be considering:

  • Creating local apprenticeship opportunities and employment opportunities for people from disadvantaged backgrounds
  • Using local parts suppliers and manufactures where possible (i.e. cleaning consumables)
  • Supporting programs to improve health, safety and wellness

Governance:

Janitorial Services and its supply chain represent significant governance risks, especially in the area of modern slavery and safety.  

Supplier partner's should be considering:

  • Fair pay and benefits for all cleaning staff
  • How to consistently manage subcontractors to address modern slavery and labour rights risk
  • Health and Safety procedures

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ESG Procurement Elements  

Bid

Contracting

Transition & Supplier

Management

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