Environment

We know we need to understand the impact we have on the environment and to put in place measures to reduce our carbon footprint and our waste. We are also adding positive environmental benefit through our conservation initiatives.

Environmental management
QinetiQ has in place an environmental management system for all of our UK estate. We have an ongoing programme of gaining ISO 14001 certification.

Resource and energy management
Across our UK sites, we have many programmes to reduce our consumption of energy and resources. Re-use of surplus equipment by other departments is routinely considered before recycling or disposal. Most sites recycle a variety of materials – from paper to batteries. Our energy management programmes include investment in, and expansion of, site building energy management systems, installation of more remote utility metering systems, energy awareness campaigns, and investment in automated lighting systems.

Conservation
QinetiQ owns and operates sites that contain valuable conservation areas, many of which are of national or international importance, including Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Areas of Conservation. The sites provide areas of undisturbed land for wildlife to flourish and help preserve habitats that would otherwise be lost. By maintaining and enhancing the condition of conservation areas, QinetiQ makes a valuable contribution to national biodiversity objectives.