Annual Sustainability Report
Last Updated: 15 February 2025
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At Cloud Hikers, we recognize the responsibility we hold as a growing technology consultancy to contribute positively to sustainability. While our primary mission is to drive digital transformation, we are committed to minimizing our environmental footprint and operating ethically. This report outlines our progress over the past year and sets the foundation for our sustainability goals moving forward.
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Our Sustainability Commitment
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Cloud Hikers is committed to integrating sustainability into our business operations. Our approach is built on two key pillars:
Environmental Responsibility – Reducing our carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices.
Governance & Ethics – Upholding strong corporate governance and ethical business practices.
Environmental Responsibility
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Reducing Our Carbon Footprint
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Remote-First Work Culture: By prioritizing remote work, we significantly reduce commuting-related emissions.
Cloud-Based Operations: We utilize energy-efficient cloud infrastructure to minimize hardware waste and reduce energy consumption.
Sustainable Procurement: We prioritize vendors with strong environmental policies and advocate for responsible technology disposal.
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Green Partnerships & Initiatives
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Education: We contribute to carbon offset programs that support reforestation and clean energy projects.
Eco-Conscious Digital Practices: We optimize our software solutions for energy-efficient data processing and storage.
Sustainable Travel Policies: We have implemented a reduced business travel policy, favoring virtual meetings whenever possible.
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Governance & Ethics
Employee Wellbeing Policies
Generous Holiday Allowance: Employees receive 30 days of holiday annually, with the option to buy unlimited additional days.
Dedicated Training Time: Each employee has 5 days per year dedicated to training, allowing for professional development within core hours instead of requiring evening or weekend commitments.
Private Medical Insurance: We provide comprehensive private medical insurance, ensuring employees have access to quality healthcare.
Employee Assistance Hotline: Our private medical insurance includes an Employee Assistance Hotline, offering confidential support for mental health and well-being.
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Responsible Business Practices
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Data Privacy & Security: We maintain strict compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations to ensure client and employee information is secure.
Ethical AI & Automation: Our AI-driven solutions are developed with fairness and transparency in mind.
Supplier Code of Conduct: We hold our suppliers accountable to ethical labor and environmental standards.
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Transparency & Reporting
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Sustainability Goals & Metrics: We are committed to tracking and reporting our sustainability progress annually.
Stakeholder Engagement: We actively engage with clients, employees, and partners to integrate sustainable solutions into our services.
Governance Framework: Our leadership team ensures accountability through rigorous oversight of ethical and environmental policies.
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Looking Ahead: 2025 and Beyond
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Given our size, we will take a pragmatic approach to sustainability by:
Focusing on practical, low-cost emission reductions such as reducing unnecessary cloud resource consumption and favoring suppliers with sustainable practices.
Maintaining lean governance practices that balance accountability with efficiency.
Aligning sustainability efforts with business growth to ensure long-term feasibility.
Continuing to live our value of Respect and Wellbeing for our employees, ensuring they feel supported and valued.
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We are excited about the journey ahead and remain committed to making a meaningful impact in sustainability within our means.
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Khaled
Founder, Cloud Hikers