At Origin Enterprises, strong governance is the cornerstone of our sustainability strategy.
By embedding sustainability into our operations and decision-making processes, we ensure transparency, accountability, and long-term value creation across the organisation.
Our governance framework is designed to uphold the highest standards in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices while guiding our journey toward sustainable growth.
ESG Governance Structure
Our Board of Directors holds ultimate responsibility for overseeing both financial and non-financial risks and opportunities, including those related to climate change.
To drive our ESG agenda, the Board has established an ESG Committee, comprised of four independent Non-Executive Directors. This committee is tasked with defining and overseeing Origin’s ESG strategy, ensuring the development and implementation of policies, codes of practice, targets, and initiatives that align with our core values.
The ESG Committee meets at least three times a year, with meetings also attended by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and the Head of Investor Relations and Sustainability. This structure ensures a direct link between sustainability goals and the leadership team’s strategic priorities.
Executive Leadership and Responsibilities
Our CEO oversees the strategic direction of the company, including the management of climate-related risks, while the CFO plays a pivotal role in aligning capital expenditures and business activities with sustainability objectives. Executive compensation is linked to the company’s sustainability performance, ensuring that advancing our sustainability goals remains a core element of our leadership’s remit.
Cross-Functional Sustainability Steering Committee
The Sustainability Steering Committee, comprised of several Board members alongside senior management from key departments including Finance, Human Resources, Audit & Risk, Legal, Operations, and R&D, drives the implementation of Origin’s Nurturing Growth Framework.
This cross-functional team meets monthly to ensure that our sustainability targets are embedded into the wider business, and is supported by three sub-committees:
Ethics and Integrity
Origin is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct across all geographies in which we operate. Our Code of Conduct, supported by a range of policies, sets clear standards for ethical behaviour in every aspect of our business.
Informed by internationally recognised frameworks such as the UN Global Compact and the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, our Code embodies the Group’s values of Integrity, People, Partnerships, Innovation, and Community.
Governance Policies
To further strengthen our governance framework, we have implemented a range of policies aimed at ensuring ethical and sustainable business practices, including:
Anti-Bribery and Corruption
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to bribery, money laundering, fraud, and corruption, in any form.
People
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities, attracting and retaining diverse talent, and fostering an inclusive working environment for all employees.
Human Rights and Labour
We uphold international human rights standards and ensure fair labour practices, fostering respect, dignity, and ethical treatment in all areas of our business.
Wage and Hour Practices
We are committed to paying employees fairly for the work they perform, and we abide by all international and national laws regarding wages and working hours.
Discrimination and Harassment
We maintain zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment, creating a safe and respectful workplace for everyone.
Freedom of Association
While we believe that direct dialogue with employees is an effective way to develop an engaged workforce, we recognise employees’ rights to freely associate and bargain collectively, supporting open, inclusive workplaces.
Employee Data Protection
We respect employees’ privacy, protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with relevant data protection laws.
Community Relations
We make positive contributions to the communities where we operate, supporting local initiatives through social, educational, and charitable activities.
Supplier Code of Conduct
We ensure our suppliers adhere to ethical standards across labour, environment, and business practices, fostering sustainable and transparent supply chains.
