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Kirby Group Engineering Limited — full event log

Every event we have on file across every reporting year. The Data-by-year tab summarises the top 10 per year; this page shows them all.

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2034· 5 events

Dependent: Purchased goods/services & use of sold products emissions reductionData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods/services and use of sold products by 35% by end of 2034, from a 2023 baseline. This lever depends on supplier and customer/product-use decarbonisation across the value chain.

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Scope 1 & 2 emissions reduction target: -60% by 2034affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034, using a 2023 baseline. Includes a related target of 60% reduction in fleet emissions by 2034.

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Scope 3 emissions reduction target: -35% by 2034affects scope 3 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby targets a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods/services & use of sold products) by end of 2034, from a 2023 baseline.

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100% renewable energy across facilities by 2034affects renewable energy pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed that 100% of its facilities (offices, manufacturing facilities and warehouses) will use 100% renewable energy by the end of 2034.

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Primary: Own operations & fleet decarbonisationData confidence — high

Kirby targets a 60% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by end of 2034 (from a 2023 baseline), including a specific commitment to a 60% reduction in fleet emissions by 2034. Sub-metering has been installed at three Irish offices to enable granular energy data tracking supporting this lever.

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2030· 3 events

Zero avoidable waste to landfill by 2030affects waste landfill tData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to achieving zero avoidable waste to landfill by end of 2030.

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Employee engagement (EnPS) target: 80% by 2030Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to increasing its Employee Engagement (EnPS) score to 80% by end of 2030.

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Female representation target: 20% by 2030affects workforce female pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to increasing female representation in Kirby Group Engineering to 20% by end of 2030.

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2028· 3 events

Ecovadis Gold badge target by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to achieving an Ecovadis Gold badge by end of 2028, building on its existing annual Ecovadis reporting.

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First externally assured ESRS-aligned report targeted for 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to producing its first externally assured ESRS-aligned report by end of 2028, moving from unassured to externally assured disclosure.

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CDP A List target by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to achieve a CDP A rating for Climate Change by end of 2028, having already reported annually to CDP.

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2027· 2 events

100% of key suppliers to sign Supplier Code of Conduct by 2027affects supply chain audited pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed that 100% of key suppliers & subcontractors (covering 50% of total procurement spend) will have signed the Supplier Code of Conduct by end of 2027.

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Circular economy strategy to be developed by 2027Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to developing a circular economy strategy by end of 2027, as part of its Planet pillar.

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2026· 55 events

Annual risk assessments for top suppliers & subcontractorsaffects supply chain audited pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits to complete risk assessments for all top suppliers & subcontractors (covering 50% of procurement spend) at least once every 12 months.

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Primary: Fleet emissions reductionData confidence — high

Kirby targets a 60% reduction in fleet emissions by 2034, addressing vehicle-related Scope 1 emissions from its own operations across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.

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60% reduction target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2034 (2023 baseline)affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby commits to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034, using a 2023 baseline year for measurement.

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Training target of five days per FTE annually by 2030affects training hours per employeeData confidence — high

Kirby commits to provide an average of five days training per FTE employee annually by end of 2030.

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Primary: Facility and operational Scope 1 & 2 emissions reductionData confidence — high

Kirby commits to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034, measured against a 2023 baseline, covering its own operational footprint including facilities and equipment.

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Develop circular economy strategy by 2027Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to develop a circular economy strategy by end of 2027.

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Average five days training per FTE by 2030affects training hours per employeeData confidence — high

Kirby commits to provide an average of five days training per FTE employee annually by end of 2030.

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First externally assured ESRS-aligned report targeted by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to produce its first externally assured ESRS-aligned sustainability report by end of 2028, indicating a move from unassured to externally assured climate/sustainability disclosures.

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Primary: Operational Scope 1 & 2 emissions reductionData confidence — high

Kirby targets a 60% reduction in combined Scope 1 & 2 emissions by end of 2034, measured against a 2023 baseline, covering direct operational emissions and purchased energy.

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35% reduction target for Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods/services & use of sold products) by 2034 (2023 baseline)affects scope 3 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby commits to reduce Scope 3 emissions specifically from purchased goods/services and use of sold products categories by 35% by end of 2034, from a 2023 baseline.

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100% of key suppliers to sign Supplier Code of Conduct by 2027affects supply chain audited pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its key suppliers & subcontractors, covering 50% of total procurement spend, will have signed the Supplier Code of Conduct by end of 2027, along with completing risk assessments for top suppliers at least annually.

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Dependent: Purchased goods/services and use of sold products (Scope 3) reductionData confidence — high

Kirby aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions specifically from purchased goods/services and use of sold products by 35% by end of 2034, from a 2023 baseline. This addresses dependent, value-chain emissions tied to suppliers and product use, which the firm identifies as its most material Scope 3 categories.

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Dependent: Purchased goods and services emissions reduction (supply chain)Data confidence — high

Kirby is targeting a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods/services and use of sold products by end of 2034 (2023 baseline). This is supported by supplier risk assessments covering 50% of procurement spend annually and a Supplier Code of Conduct to be signed by 100% of key suppliers/subcontractors by 2027.

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Zero Avoidable Waste to Landfill by 2030affects waste landfill tData confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to achieve zero avoidable waste to landfill by end of 2030 as part of its Planet pillar circularity commitments.

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First Externally Assured ESRS-Aligned Report Target (2028)Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to produce its first externally assured ESRS-aligned sustainability report by end of 2028, representing an upgrade from current unassured disclosures.

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Fleet emissions reduction target: 60% by 2034affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby commits to a 60% reduction in Fleet emissions by 2034, part of the Planet pillar of its sustainability policy.

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Scope 3 emissions reduction target: 35% by 2034 (2023 baseline)affects scope 3 purchased goodsData confidence — high

Kirby commits to reduce Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods/services & use of sold products) by 35% by end of 2034, from a 2023 baseline.

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100% renewable energy across facilities by 2034affects renewable energy pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its facilities (Office, Manufacturing and Warehouse) will use 100% renewable energy by end of 2034.

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Zero avoidable waste to landfill by 2030affects waste landfill tData confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve zero avoidable waste to landfill by end of 2030 as part of its Planet pillar.

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Employee Engagement Score (EnPS) target of 80% by 2030Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to increase its Employee Engagement (EnPS) score to 80% by end of 2030.

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EcoVadis Gold badge target by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve an EcoVadis Gold badge by end of 2028.

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100% renewable energy across all Kirby facilities by 2034Data confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its facilities — offices, manufacturing sites, and warehouses — will use 100% renewable energy by the end of 2034. This forms part of the Planet pillar of the company's sustainability strategy, alongside Scope 1/2 and fleet emissions reduction targets.

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CDP A rating for Climate Change target by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve a CDP A rating for Climate Change by end of 2028, as part of its Principles pillar.

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Zero incidents of bribery and corruption targetData confidence — high

Kirby commits to zero incidents of bribery and corruption across the organisation, part of its Principles pillar.

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Dependent: Supply chain engagement via Supplier Code of Conduct and risk assessmentsData confidence — high

Kirby is driving supply-chain accountability by requiring 100% of key suppliers and subcontractors (covering 50% of total procurement spend) to sign a Supplier Code of Conduct by end of 2027, and by completing risk assessments for top suppliers and subcontractors at least every 12 months, to manage dependent emissions and ESG risk embedded in its supply chain.

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Employee Engagement (EnPS) score target of 80% by 2030Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to increase its Employee Engagement (EnPS) score to 80% by end of 2030.

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Circular Economy Strategy Development Target (2027)Data confidence — high

Kirby has committed to develop a circular economy strategy by end of 2027, forming part of the Planet pillar's Circularity focus topic.

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Training Hours Target: 5 Days per FTE by 2030affects training hours per employeeData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to provide an average of five days training per FTE employee annually by end of 2030.

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CDP A List 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to achieve a CDP A rating for Climate Change by end of 2028. Kirby currently reports annually to CDP but has not yet achieved A-list status; this is a stated forward target.

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Primary: Facility energy efficiency and Scope 1 & 2 reductionData confidence — high

Kirby calculates Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions annually and has installed sub-metering at three Irish offices to enable granular energy data tracking, supporting its target to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034 against a 2023 baseline.

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Primary: Circular economy and waste reductionData confidence — high

Kirby plans to develop a circular economy strategy by end of 2027 and has committed to achieve zero avoidable waste to landfill by end of 2030, addressing Circularity as a focus topic under its Planet pillar.

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SDG alignment: SDGs 8, 12, 13Data confidence — high

Kirby's Sustainability Strategy aligns its People, Planet and Principles pillars with UN Sustainable Development Goals 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 13 (Climate Action), and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).

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Primary: Fleet emissions decarbonisationData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to a 60% reduction in fleet emissions by 2034, forming part of its Scope 1 direct emissions reduction pathway from a 2023 baseline.

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100% Supplier Code of Conduct Signature Target (2027)affects supply chain audited pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed that 100% of its key suppliers and subcontractors (covering 50% of total procurement spend) will have signed the Supplier Code of Conduct by end of 2027, alongside annual risk assessments covering 50% of procurement spend.

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Ecovadis Gold Badge Target (2028)Data confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to achieve an Ecovadis Gold badge by end of 2028, as part of its Principles pillar and ongoing Ecovadis reporting.

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Dependent: Use of sold products (low-carbon engineering solutions)Data confidence — high

Under its Planet pillar ('Engineering a Better World'), Kirby aims to equip its people to deliver trusted low-carbon solutions to clients, targeting a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from use of sold products by 2034 against a 2023 baseline — reflecting the downstream impact of the low-carbon engineering and construction solutions it delivers to customers.

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SDG Alignment: SDGs 8, 12 and 13Data confidence — high

Kirby's sustainability strategy is mapped to UN Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) under People and Principles pillars, SDG 13 (Climate Action) under Planet, and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) under Planet.

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Female Representation Target of 20% by 2030affects workforce female pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed to increase female representation across Kirby Group Engineering to 20% by end of 2030.

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On-site solar PV and 100% renewable energy target by 2034Data confidence — high

Kirby has installed solar PV at its two largest Irish facilities (2024), offsetting approximately 25% of grid electricity at those sites. The firm has committed that 100% of its facilities (offices, manufacturing facilities and warehouses) will use 100% renewable energy by end of 2034, forming a core plank of its Planet pillar and Scope 1 & 2 reduction pathway.

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100% Renewable Energy Target for All Facilities by 2034affects renewable energy pctData confidence — high

Kirby has committed that 100% of its facilities (offices, manufacturing facilities and warehouses) will use 100% renewable energy by end of 2034.

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Scope 1 & 2 emissions reduction target: 60% by 2034 (2023 baseline)affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby commits to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034, using a 2023 baseline year.

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Increase female representation to 20% by 2030affects workforce female pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits to increase female representation in Kirby Group Engineering to 20% by end of 2030.

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CDP A rating for Climate Change by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve a CDP A rating for Climate Change by end of 2028, as part of its Principles pillar.

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Dependent: Purchased goods and services emissions reductionData confidence — med

Kirby targets a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services (alongside use of sold products) by end of 2034 versus a 2023 baseline, reflecting reliance on supply chain decarbonisation.

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60% reduction target for Fleet emissions by 2034affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby has set a target to achieve a 60% reduction in Fleet emissions by 2034, as part of its Planet pillar commitments under the new Sustainability Policy.

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100% renewable energy target across all facilities by 2034affects renewable energy pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its facilities (Office, Manufacturing and warehouse) will use 100% renewable energy by end of 2034.

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EcoVadis Gold badge target by 2028Data confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve an EcoVadis Gold badge by end of 2028, reflecting broader ESG performance recognition goals.

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First externally assured ESRS-aligned report targeted by 2028affects audit assurance climate levelData confidence — high

Kirby commits to produce its first externally assured ESRS-aligned sustainability report by end of 2028, indicating a future move from unassured to assured climate/ESG disclosures.

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100% renewable energy across all facilities by 2034Data confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its facilities — office, manufacturing, and warehouse — will use 100% renewable energy by the end of 2034. This is framed under the 'Planet' pillar of the Sustainability Policy, which emphasises delivering low-carbon solutions and resource efficiency. No specific mechanism (PPA, on-site generation, RECs) is disclosed in this policy document.

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Supplier Code of Conduct signed by key suppliers by 2027affects supply chain audited pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits that 100% of its key suppliers & subcontractors (covering 50% of total procurement spend) will have signed the Supplier Code of Conduct by end of 2027.

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Maintain ISO 27001 certification annuallyData confidence — high

Kirby commits to maintain ISO 27001 certification on an annual basis, as part of its Principles pillar.

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Maintain TRIR <0.3 and AFR <1.5 annuallyaffects h s total recordable injury rateData confidence — high

Kirby commits to maintain a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of less than 0.3 annually and an Accident Frequency Rate (AFR) of less than 1.5 annually, as part of its People pillar.

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Dependent: Use of sold products emissions reductionData confidence — med

As part of the same 35% Scope 3 reduction target by 2034, Kirby includes emissions from the use of sold products, indicating dependence on how clients operate delivered engineering solutions.

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Zero avoidable waste to landfill target by 2030affects waste landfill tData confidence — high

Kirby commits to achieve zero avoidable waste to landfill by end of 2030, as part of its Planet pillar commitments.

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Female representation target of 20% by 2030affects workforce female pctData confidence — high

Kirby commits to increase female representation in Kirby Group Engineering to 20% by end of 2030.

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2025· 4 events

SBTi Near-Term Targets Approved (2025)affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Kirby's near-term Science-Based Targets were approved by the SBTi in 2025. Targets include reducing Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by end of 2034 (from a 2023 baseline), reducing Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods/services and use of sold products) by 35% by end of 2034 (from a 2023 baseline), and a 60% reduction in fleet emissions by 2034.

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First ESRS-Aligned Double Materiality Assessment CompletedData confidence — high

In 2025, Kirby completed its first ESRS-aligned Double Materiality Assessment (DMA) and data gap analysis, identifying seven material topics critical to the business and stakeholders. This underpins the current sustainability strategy and roadmap.

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First ESRS-aligned double materiality assessment completedData confidence — high

In 2025 Kirby completed its first ESRS-aligned double materiality assessment (DMA) and data gap analysis, identifying seven material topics critical to the business and stakeholders. This improves the rigour and transparency of the sustainability disclosure framework going forward.

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SBTi near-term targets approvedData confidence — high

In 2025, Kirby's near-term Science Based Targets were approved by the SBTi, a pivotal milestone underpinning the emissions reduction roadmap.

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2024· 11 events

Journey towards Gold-level Investors in Diversity accreditationaffects workforce female pctData confidence — high

As part of its journey towards Gold-level accreditation as an Investor in Diversity, Kirby has clear plans to address structural barriers and is designing internal systems to disrupt cognitive and unconscious biases. The company also references plans to capitalise on the Gold Accreditation once achieved as part of its 2024/5 improvement plan.

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Investors in People Platinum AccreditationData confidence — high

Kirby Group Engineering has been awarded platinum accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating commitment to high performance through good people management.

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Construction industry gender representation benchmark (8%) vs Kirby (13.97%)affects workforce female pctData confidence — high

The report notes that at an industry level, representation of women in construction is only 8%, whereas Kirby has improved female representation to 13.97% through a targeted five-year campaign, positioning Kirby above industry average though still with a significant structural gap to close.

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On-site solar PV plus 100% renewable electricity target by 2034Data confidence — high

Kirby installed solar PV at its two largest Irish facilities in 2024, offsetting approximately 25% of grid electricity at those sites. Building on this, Kirby has committed that 100% of its facilities — offices, manufacturing facilities and warehouses — will use 100% renewable energy by the end of 2034.

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11-point Gender Pay Gap improvement action plan for 2024/25affects gender pay gap mean pctData confidence — high

Kirby committed to a structured Key Actions/Improvement Plan including new flexible working methods, school and university partnerships, female engineering and quantity surveying scholarships, HIPO talent programmes, maternity/carer support improvements, and annual salary benchmarking to close the gender pay gap in 2024/25.

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On-Site Solar PV Installed at Two Largest Irish Facilitiesaffects renewable electricity pctData confidence — high

In 2024, Kirby installed solar PV at its two largest Irish facilities, offsetting approximately 25% of grid electricity consumption at those sites.

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11-point Gender Pay Gap 'Key Actions/Improvement Plan' for 2024/5affects gender pay gap mean pctData confidence — high

Kirby committed to an 11-point improvement plan to close the gender pay gap, including flexible/hybrid working, school and university STEM partnerships, female engineering and quantity surveying scholarships, Gold Investors in Diversity accreditation, improved maternity/carer support, targeted HIPO recruitment and development, fair reward/performance review processes, annual salary benchmarking, and industry-wide advocacy. Signed by Fergus Barry, HR Director, 8 Jan 2025.

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11-point Gender Pay Gap Action Plan for 2024/5affects gender pay gap mean pctData confidence — high

Kirby committed to an 11-point key actions/improvement plan to close the gender pay gap in 2024/5, including flexible/hybrid working, school and university partnerships, female engineering scholarships (adding quantity surveying scholarships in 2025), leveraging Gold Investors in Diversity accreditation, improved maternity/carer support, targeted recruitment at apprenticeship/graduate/HIPO level, and annual salary benchmarking.

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Solar PV installed at two largest Irish facilitiesaffects renewable electricity pctData confidence — high

In 2024 Kirby installed solar PV at its two largest Irish facilities, offsetting approximately 25% of grid electricity at those sites — a concrete step toward the 2034 100% renewable energy target.

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Journey towards Gold-level Investors in Diversity accreditationaffects gender pay gap mean pctData confidence — high

As part of its journey towards Gold-level accreditation as an Investor in Diversity, Kirby has clear plans to address structural barriers and is designing internal systems to disrupt cognitive and unconscious biases.

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Pursuing Gold-level Investors in Diversity accreditationaffects workforce female pctData confidence — high

As part of its journey towards Gold-level accreditation as an Investor in Diversity, Kirby has clear plans to address structural barriers and is designing internal systems to disrupt cognitive and unconscious biases. The company also references capitalising on Gold Accreditation in its 2024/5 gender pay gap improvement plan.

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