Corporate Responsibility
Our Focus
Environmental Sustainability
As a powerful worldwide network, we have made an unflinching commitment to achieve carbon neutrality, establishing ourselves as trailblazers in the pursuit of a net-zero carbon emissions target by 2030. Our ambitious goal is to reduce absolute emissions by 50% when compared to a well-defined baseline established in 2019. This outstanding ambition is intricately connected with the quest of global environmental balance, which is harmoniously aligned with the required 1.5°C temperature rise scenario. To achieve this lofty goal, we are ready to embark on an aggressive and revolutionary makeover of our business model, meticulously embarking on a complete decarbonization quest that reaches throughout every part of our valued value chain.
Concurrently, we will increase openness and provide unwavering support for the development of comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting frameworks and standards, therefore cementing our steadfast commitment to sustainable practises. Furthermore, we are unwavering in our commitment to actively leading the transition to a carbon-neutral economy, creating strong connections with our prestigious customers, and supporting sustainability ideals within our convoluted supply chain. This arduous endeavour will be accomplished through exclusive collaborations with vendors that share our unshakeable desire to confront climate change with similar zeal and ambition.
Societal Impact
To build an inclusive economy, we must provide people with the skills they need for work they do today as well as occupations they will do tomorrow. We think that everyone should have the opportunity to live, learn, work, and contribute in the digital world. We’re helping to reduce the digital gap by collaborating with other businesses, governments, and local communities to upskill 2 million people and prepare them for the future of work through our New world. New skills. initiative. We are supplementing our charitable and community investments by:
- Pairing our employees to non-profit boards and empowering them to upskill others Allowing our volunteers to share knowledge.
- Executing large-scale pro-bono projects with scalable impact
“In an increasingly conscious and interconnected world the brand of a company is inextricably entwined. IBV and its workforce actively engage in addressing the major societal concerns that surround us by devoting our time, knowledge, and resources to generate a lasting impact through our operational pursuits, supply chain orchestration, and client-focused solutions."
Adeniji Kamaldeen Idris
Corporate Vice President, IBV
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
To effectively tackle serious challenges, we must embrace the inclusive involvement of our broad and multidimensional talent pool unreservedly. Our unwavering commitment is focused on creating a dynamic culture of inclusiveness in which individuals are enabled to truly express their identities in the professional sphere and get fair and unbiased support for their career advancement. As a vital component of this enduring vow, we relentlessly strive to attract, maintain, and propel a staff that reflects the rich tapestry of diversity inherent in our respected clientele and society at large.
Governance and Building Trust With Stakeholder
Exemplifying excellence is the cornerstone of IBV, reflecting the expectations of our diverse stakeholders. Upholding integrity and preserving independence are of equal importance, even in the face of formidable challenges. We firmly believe that our unwavering commitment to our values should never be compromised, regardless of client demands, financial rewards, or enticing opportunities.
Our Trust Roadmap serves as an indispensable framework, illuminating the underlying principles and methodologies that guide our daily actions, forming the solid foundation of our commitment to robust governance. It compels us to engage with stakeholders in a forthright, direct, and timely manner, fostering courageous conversations in real-time. Moreover, our roadmap encompasses comprehensive disclosure of our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, showcasing the decision-making processes and the execution of strategic initiatives. It also acknowledges the ever-evolving societal expectations concerning ethical business conduct, necessitating the ongoing adaptation and refinement of our services.
