Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is at the heart of what we do: our expert teams are committed to creating a safer, more sustainable world.
For almost 70 years, SOCOTEC has been operating as a trusted third-party, striving to help build and maintain buildings and infrastructure that are safe, sustainable and inclusive. Through our business activities, we aim to contribute to society by making the world safer and more sustainable. This is the purpose of SOCOTEC, why we do what we do.
At SOCOTEC, we are committed to developing a positive impact on society through 3 CSR pledges.
Solutions for a More Sustainable World
We are committed to reducing our own carbon footprint and optimizing the energy performance of our offices. Moreover, we assist our clients in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions and assess or certify the energy performance and sustainability of their built assets. We also manage the implementation of circular economy processes and behaviours in the construction sector.
Promoting Social Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing fair promotion opportunities, compensation, professional development and training offers. Additionally, we have always been committed to social responsibility. Our social pledge is aimed at helping socially disadvantaged groups through regular activities each year.
You Grow, We Grow
We are committed to developing the potential of our teams. We cultivate expertise in a unique way. Our mission is to continuously grow our expertise and transfer these skills to new generations joining the company. Innovation and tech-driven solutions are key in our value proposition, making a difference in the construction, infrastructure and industry sectors.
Our teams in the USA are committed to building a better world :
- we sponsor Women in Construction and host a yearly Women in Construction Forum;
- we help students understand how math and science are relevant to their lives by supporting the Salvadori Center;
- we mentor high school interns in support of the Urban Assembly School for Emergency Management;
- we sponsor the Jorge Mas foundation, focused on tuition support for Cuban Americans;
- after the earthquake in Haiti, we provided pro bono structural engineering to construct a new tuberculosis hospital.
SOCOTEC is a leading company recognized for both its expertise and talented people as well as for its commitments and values. Our values guide our behaviors and we strongly believe that in our changing world, they provide a framework for our actions. We expect our teams and experts to promote our values in all our interactions: Commitment & Excellence, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Accountability & Social Responsibility.
Code of ethics
Ethics, integrity and responsibility are central to SOCOTEC's actions
The 10,000 employees of the SOCOTEC Group share the same principles of ethics, inclusion, and commitment to sustainable development through the corporate values that guide our actions. Compliance with local and international laws and regulations plays a key role in the SOCOTEC Group's requirements. This fundamental principle is a requirement that guarantees the Group's integrity and upholds its reputation.
The 10,000 employees of the SOCOTEC Group share the same principles of ethics, inclusion, and commitment to sustainable development through the corporate values that guide our actions. Compliance with local and international laws and regulations plays a key role in the SOCOTEC Group's requirements. This fundamental principle is a requirement that guarantees the Group's integrity and upholds its reputation.
