Energy Efficiency, GHG Emissions, Industrial  -  February 18, 2025

WJ Group Receives Validation from SBTi

WJ Group, a U.K. road marking and highway safety specialist, announced its net zero targets were validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Alongside its overall target of reaching net zero by 2042, WJ Group pledged to achieve several  long- and short-term goals to reduce its Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions in line with the SBTi’s standards. This includes reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by a minimum of 90% by 2032. Within the same timeframe, WJ Group will also reduce the amount of carbon emitted within its supply chain (Scope 3) by 32.4%.

The  company committed to maintaining this 90% reduction of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2032 through to 2042. During the 10-year period, it will also aim to further cut the carbon outputs of its supply chain by 90% against its 2022 baseline.

“Reducing our carbon footprint has been a significant goal for WJ Group for many years, so having this external validation showcases the strength of our targets and plan,” said Mai Vasudevan, Group Sustainability Advisor, WJ Group, in a statement.

Although these targets have only recently been validated, WJ Group already made multiple changes to reduce its carbon emissions. To help lower the GHG gases emitted within its supply chain, the business reformulated its own road marking products using a biogenic binder which in turn has saved an average of more than 80% across the range, equaling over 20,000tCO2e per year.

The company also launched a driver behavior scheme targeted at improving safety and sustainability that in the first year saw a 40% reduction in road incidents as well as a 7.75% decrease in emissions. This endeavor was recognized for its potential with a Green World Award.

In order to improve operational efficiency and lower emissions, many of WJ’s vehicles have been redesigned to serve multiple functions requiring only one vehicle rather than two to carry out different road maintenance schemes. Additionally, the business uses solar-powered generators to power its CCTV cameras on highway maintenance projects.