Sonepar’s Sustainability Strategy
Sustainability is not a side project at Sonepar, it’s the future of our business.
As the global leader in B2B electrical distribution, we are uniquely positioned to accelerate the energy transition and lead by example.
Guided by our Purpose, “Powering Progress for Future Generations”, we embed sustainability into every aspect of our operations, empowering industries, communities, and individuals to adopt cleaner, smarter solutions.
“Sonepar’s family shareholders have long championed a bold ambition: to be recognized as a global leader in sustainability. This vision drives our commitment to responsible growth, environmental management, ethical business practices, and social impact."
Philippe Delpech, President, as representative of Colam Entreprendre
Our sustainability roadmap is built around the environement and social pillars of our purpose-driven ESG strategy
Environment
- Reduce CO₂ footprint across operations
- Promote circular economy practices
- Shape a sustainable customer journey
Social
- Empower communities through education and inclusion
- Support vulnerable populations and disaster relief
- Foster local engagement and solidarity
Validated climate action: SBTi commitment
We are proud to have our greenhouse gas emission targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), an organization that helps businesses set ambitious goals aligned with the latest climate science.
By 2030, Sonepar commits to:
- Reduce emissions from buildings and fleet by 46.2%, in line with the SBTi 1.5°C trajectory adopted by the Paris Agreement (COP 21).
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 13.5% from the purchase, use, end-of-life, and transportation of products from suppliers to customers.
Recognized performance: EcoVadis Platinum rating
In 2025, due to the Group’s global efforts, the company has earned a platinum rating, placing it in the top 1% of rated companies.
The company assesses organizations on four main areas: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
EcoVadis' mission is to provide the world’s most-trusted sustainability ratings, enabling all businesses to reduce risk, drive performance, and improve environmental and social outcomes.
Empowering communities
We channel our energy into social progress:
- Over 300 sustainability initiatives across the Group
- Educational programs, disaster relief, and support for vulnerable populations
- Associates actively engaged in volunteering and donations
46,000
Associates trained on sustainability through our Energy Transition Academy’s online modules, available to the whole Group.
230
Country initiatives accelerating the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
ISO 14064
Group Carbon footprint calculation according to GHG protocol and ISO 14064 standard.
#1
World leader in sales of energy efficient products and solutions.
"Platinum"
Platinum Rating EcoVadis, top 1% of rated companies.
2030 climate targets
Validated by the SBTi: Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% and absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 13.5%.
Corporate Social Responsibility Annual Report
Read our CSR report based on the Sonepar Group’s long-term strategy.