Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are embedded in how JJ Mahons operates. As a distribution business, we recognise our responsibility within the supply chain and are committed to operating efficiently, ethically and transparently while continuously improving our environmental and governance performance.

Governance:

ESG is overseen by a cross-company working group chaired by a member of the senior management team, with representation from all business units. Our governance framework ensures:

• Clear accountability for ESG responsibilities
• Ongoing monitoring and reporting
• Compliance with legislation and industry standards
• Effective risk management
• Transparent stakeholder engagement

Environmental Responsibility:

We are committed to achieving year-on-year reductions in our environmental footprint across:

• Energy. Improving efficiency across warehouses and offices, reducing fuel use, and investing in energy-saving initiatives.
• Raw Materials. Reducing packaging, prioritising recyclable materials, and supporting responsible sourcing.
• Waste Management. Minimising waste at source, increasing recycling, and diverting waste from landfill.
• Transportation. Optimising routes, improving fleet efficiency, and reducing emissions through smarter logistics.

Supply Chain Traceability:

Traceability is central to our ESG approach. We track the journey of raw materials and products to ensure transparency, responsible sourcing, regulatory compliance, and rapid response to any quality or safety concerns. This strengthens accountability and supports continuous improvement across our supply chain.

Social Responsibility: We are committed to:

• Providing a safe and supportive workplace
• Promoting training, diversity and inclusion
• Upholding ethical business practices
• Building long-term, responsible partnerships

Continuous Improvement:

ESG is an ongoing priority at JJ Mahons. Through strong governance, environmental stewardship and supply chain collaboration, we aim to deliver sustainable value for our customers, employees, suppliers and the wider community.