Our ESG Commitment
First Western’s commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) is underpinned by three Pillars: Commitment to People, Commitment to the Planet and Commitment to good Governance.
Commitment to People
Driving an inclusive and value led culture.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and values-driven culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as a key pillar of our operating model. We strive to have a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered with employee wellbeing at the core. This supports our business to be innovative, responsive and deliver lasting value to our stakeholders. Our values and approach underscore our dedication to building a sustainable future by prioritising people, engaging in ethical business practices, and ensuring that inclusion remains at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to the Planet
Reducing our impact on the environment.
We are commitment to the planet is a cornerstone of our Environmental, Social, and Governance activities. We recognise the need to address environmental challenges and are dedicated to minimising and eliminating where possible, our ecological footprint through responsible practices, innovation, and sustainably led and managed growth. We prioritise resource efficiency through reduction and re-use, reducing emissions through responsible travel and energy use, and protecting the natural environment through active restoration and greening projects. We act to integrate environmental leadership in all that we do and contribute to a healthier planet for future generations.
Commitment to Good Governance
Following our values to do the right thing, the right way.
We are committed to excellent in governance across all facets of the business operations and its interactions with stakeholders and the outside world. We practice strong, ethical governance that build trust and reputation, driving long-term success, and ensuring accountability to our stakeholders. Central to this is transparency, integrity, and sound decision-making upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility. Our governance policies are designed to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, encourage innovation and flexibility, promote sustainable value creation through ethical leadership and stakeholder engagement.
First Western will continue to drive change within our business to ensure we play our part in meeting climate targets, contribute to a better society and create a nurturing and inclusive work culture. We hope to build on the actions we have implemented to date by working with our wider stakeholder groups to influence change on a broader scale.
