Sustainability

Our Planet, our sustainability strategy

Industrial Equipment

Innovating change. Protecting Our Planet.


Our sustainability strategy, Our Planet is our action plan for climate change.


It is inspired by a clear purpose: to transform lives and lead positive change across the rental industry to deliver a better future for all.


We’re committed to pushing forward towards a sustainable climate, thriving communities, successful customers and engaged teammates providing greater social sustainability.


Watch our film to see what "Our Planet" means to us.



Our commitments to manage and reduce our environmental impact are recognised through these accreditations:

        Environmental Management ISO 14001:2015 – Certificate Number - EMS 532182

        Energy Management Systems ISO 50001:2018 – Certificate Number - ENMS 634266

Our focus

  • Our climate

    Our climate

    We are investing in new low-carbon technology and innovating cleaner, greener solutions to reduce harmful emissions, cut waste and reduce energy consumption.

  • Our communities

    Our communities

    We’re supporting people and communities to thrive and create sustainable change.

  • Our colleagues

    Our colleagues

    We are empowering our people through apprenticeships, mentoring, skills training, equality and opportunities to create a safe, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

  • Our customers

    Our customers

    We’re supporting our customers with their sustainability journey, cut emissions and costs, safeguard people and data, and deliver the solutions and support you need.

Our sustainability strategy

  • Scope 1 emissions

    Scope 1 emissions

    These come from the combustion of diesel and petrol used in our vehicle fleet, gas consumption for heating our facilities and fugitive refrigerant emissions.

    Scope 1 emissions
  • Scope 2 emissions

    Scope 2 emissions

    Scope 2 emissions are indirect and result from purchased electricity, including the electricity used to power our electric vehicle fleets

    Scope 2 emissions
  • Scope 3 emissions

    Scope 3 emissions

    Scope 3 emissions include all other indirect sources including life cycle emissions, business operations that arise across the supply chain, up and down stream.

    Scope 3 emissions
  • Social environment

    Social environment

    Helping communities to tackle climate change, promote biodiversity and champion circular economy solutions.

    Social environment
  • Social mobility

    Social mobility

    Supporting those facing barriers to opportunity, helping transform lives and bringing a sense of purpose.

    Social mobility
  • Charitable giving

    Charitable giving

    Charitable giving (link to page) Driving community impact through strategic investment of time, skills and funding.

    Sunbelt Rentals Gives

Sustainability highlights

£204 million invested in low-carbon and zero-emissions equipment
38% carbon intensity reduction (2024) vs. 2018 baseline
4.5% carbon intensity reduction H1 FY2025 vs. new 2024 baseline
3 decarbonised depots
Ecovadis Gold accreditation

Contact an expert to discuss your low-carbon and zero-emissions requirements.