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Engineering a better future for our planet and its people 

We believe that Sustainability is a way of working; completing any task or making any decision which reduces the impact that our activities have on the environment, society and economy, on a global and local scale. 

We tie all this together under strong governance principles and have completed a materiality assessment to make sure we build on strong foundations and cover all the important topics.

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Everything we do and everything we touch has a direct impact on the world around us. At our AGM in May 2021, we announced a new, well-defined purpose for our organization, bringing new meaning to what our people contribute to society through their everyday work: Engineering a better future for our planet and its people. And we are proud to be on this journey together.

Ian L. Edwards, President & CEO

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In addition, we selected three priority objectives from the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These are the goals we believe we can help advance the most:

Affordable and Clean Energy


AtkinsRéalis combines decades of expertise, engineering capabilities and an understanding of the entire energy system to deliver solutions for nuclear, hydro, renewables, transmission, energy storage and transmission and distribution applications.

As organizations become increasingly digital, we build and utilize intelligent networks and cybersecurity systems to enhance power plants’ capacity to create cleaner energy.

Sustainable Cities and Communities


We design towns, cities, and communities to meet the needs of modern populations worldwide.

Our work includes planning and project managing infrastructure projects across transport, energy, water and environment, building design, industry, communications, health, justice, and education sectors.

We weave environmental, economic, and social sustainability into every project to develop a vibrant ecosystem of people, programs, and places.

Climate Action


We consider it our mission to lead the engineering industry in achieving Net Zero as rapidly as possible. Our expertise, commitment and global experience mean we are uniquely placed to address the challenges ahead and identify opportunities in pursuit of a carbon-free economy. We channel our low-carbon engineering experience into pioneering solutions for faster decarbonization of businesses, sectors and regions at scale, for more sustainable economic growth.

Empowering you on your sustainability journey


We work on global projects that take on today’s most pressing challenges. From population growth to increasing transportation needs, and climate change – we merge ingenuity, knowledge and technology to uplift communities and drive a safer, better tomorrow. And we would like you to take on these challenges with us.

We want to empower you to come up with your own ideas on how to embed sustainability in your everyday work and Engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

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The 5 techniques that are essential for environmental impact assessment

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Canada

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02/15/2023

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Environmental awareness is sweeping across the globe. This focus on preventing, mitigating and rectifying environmental problems has caused governments and businesses to consider the future con

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Environmental awareness is sweeping across the globe.

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How is North America embracing the UN's sustainable development goals?

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USA

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01/10/2023

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In 2015, the United Nations introduced its 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) as a formal call to action to protect the planet and end poverty by 2030. Sometimes called the Global Goals, t

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And why are sustainable development goals important on a global scale?

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What is carbon reduction, and how can you get involved?

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Europe

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10/18/2022

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Most people are seeking more ways to reduce the negative impact they have on the environment. We find ourselves recycling as much as possible, reducing our energy consumption and switching to elec

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Our teams are passionate about designing sustainable solutions.

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How can Canada use cleantech to design a greener future?

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Canada

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10/06/2022

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There's a growing demand for cleantech worldwide, but nowhere is it more vital than in Canada. That’s because Canada is one of the world’s biggest producers of carbon dioxide emissions, and is sufferi

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Creating sustainable solutions for the construction industry

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