SUSTAINABILITY
Driving sustainable growth through responsible Environmental, Social, and Governance practices.
Our ESG Approach
Lesedi is committed to all aspects of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, recognizing their importance in driving sustainable business practices.
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance refers to the standards and practices that Lesedi adopts to operate responsibly, ethically, and sustainably. These criteria help Lesedi manage risks and opportunities related to environmental, social, and governance factors.
As an EPC company, Lesedi acknowledges the importance of sustainability for our business and the communities in which we operate.
Our Sustainability Pillars
Environmental
Committed to sustainable growth and a low-carbon future.
- ISO 14001:2015 certified – effective environmental management system.
- NetZero Pledge (2024) – advancing nuclear energy and 24/7 clean energy.
- Active clean energy projects: 7MW solar for City of Cape Town, Newinbosch green neighbourhood.
- Supporting clients with carbon reduction through cleaner technologies (e.g., Consol Project).
- Resource efficiency: waste reduction, responsible sourcing, supplier compliance.
Social
Empowering people and communities for shared prosperity.
- Safety first: ISO 45001 certified, goal of zero accidents and injuries.
- Skills development & socio-economic upliftment through Corporate Social Investment.
- Focus areas: Job creation, Health, Childhood, Education.
- Driving transformation: 70% Employment Equity, 35% women overall, 50% women in Executive management.
- Promoting inclusion, youth training, and opportunities for black-owned and women-owned suppliers.
Governance
Operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
- Strong ethical framework: Lesedi Values, Code of Ethics, Whistleblower Hotline.
- Adherence to King Reports & global compliance standards.
- ISO Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, RD-0034 approvals.
- Proactive compliance management to identify and mitigate risks.
- Board diversity: inclusive leadership with women and black representation.
