UK Electrical Installations has been awarded the Platinum Medal by EcoVadis, the leading global assessor of business sustainability performance. This result places UKE in the top 1% of mechanical, electrical and construction companies worldwide in our sector, a remarkable recognition of the values we live by every day: integrity, innovation, quality, and a genuine commitment to doing the right thing.
What Is EcoVadis and Why Does It Matter?
EcoVadis provides trusted sustainability ratings for over 130,000 organisations worldwide. It’s used by leading global companies, including our own clients and collaborators, to evaluate partners against rigorous, independently verified benchmarks.
Each company is assessed across four areas:
- Environment
Including energy use, emissions, resource efficiency, and impact mitigation - Labour & Human Rights
Covering employee welfare, diversity, inclusion, and safe working practices - Ethics
From anti-corruption measures to data security and responsible business conduct - Sustainable Procurement
Evaluating supplier management, ethical sourcing, and supply chain transparency
To be awarded Platinum is no small feat. It’s a sign that sustainability isn’t just something we talk about, it’s embedded across every part of our business.
A Closer Look at Our Performance
UKE achieved an overall score of 86/100, placing us in the 99th percentile globally. Here’s where we really stood out:
Environment (87/100)
- Clear, measurable goals for reducing energy use, carbon emissions, waste and hazardous substances
- Active use of renewable energy and carbon offsetting
- Investment in employee training on energy and sustainability
- Digital tools such as BIM, Trimble, and Proforms helping us optimise resources and reduce waste
Labour & Human Rights (86/100)
- Exceptional policies covering diversity, wellbeing, health and safety
- Flexible working practices, family-friendly policies and clear routes for progression
- Strong emphasis on direct employment and apprenticeship development
- Regular engagement and formal development pathways for all employees
Ethics (82/100)
- Strong framework for anti-corruption, data security and whistleblowing
- Regular training and clear disciplinary procedures
- Active monitoring of information security risks
Sustainable Procurement (87/100)
- A robust supplier code of conduct and assessment process
- Training for buyers on environmental and social impacts
- Integration of ethical clauses in supplier contracts
- A clear commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainable construction practices
If you’d like to explore the full breakdown, you can view our detailed EcoVadis scorecard
Built Into the Way We Work
At UKE, we don’t just aim to meet compliance requirements, we actively shape the way we work around sustainability and quality.
From our use of digital tools that reduce rework and waste, to our commitment to employing directly and developing talent through long-term apprenticeships, sustainability is part of our operating DNA.
This Platinum award reflects years of effort and investment across every area of the business. It’s a collective achievement that belongs to every UKE team member from project managers and site teams to designers, estimators, administrators, and apprentices.
Why It Matters to Our Clients
In an industry where clients are increasingly expected to demonstrate sustainability credentials, working with a Platinum-rated contractor means assurance.
- Assurance that carbon impacts are being actively reduced
- Assurance that labour practices are ethical and progressive
- Assurance that your supply chain is as committed as you are
- And assurance that you’re working with a partner who understands long-term value not just short-term gains
As we look to expand our client base, deepen our partnerships, and support more projects pursuing BREEAM Outstanding, low-carbon, zero-carbon, or sustainability-first outcomes, this award is a marker of trust.
“This Platinum award from EcoVadis reflects the strength of our culture and the commitment of our people. From project teams to support staff, everyone at UKE plays their part in meeting high standards, not just in how we deliver work, but in how we look after our people, operate responsibly, and continue to improve across the business”
Debbie Fellows | Operations Director
We’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s most sustainable electrical contractors and we’re already working on the next phase of our journey.
You can view our EcoVadis sustainability rating online via their official platform: https://recognition.ecovadis.com/-9J79GIeV06nyArrR2u6TQ
If you’d like to know more about how we’re building smarter, working more responsibly, or how we could support your next project please get in touch.
