Sustainability Matters

Our team is dedicated to delivering transformational change through a proactive and visible commitment to environmental sustainability, safety, and quality outcomes. At Pensar, we are acutely aware of the ever-evolving requirements for our communities to implement effective environmental practices to further promote environmental sustainability. As part of the RSK Group, these efforts underscore Pensar’s dedication to a prosperous future, guided by our Sustainability Pillars and aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Pensar employees and subcontractors are encouraged to be proactive in their approach to sustainable practices, on site and in the office.

Pensar Sustainability Committee

Pensar has a dedicated Sustainability Committee which aims to implement and promote best practice solutions to enhance our sustainability initiatives on site and in offices. The committee regularly organises and participates in a variety of initiatives including quarterly plogging in the surrounds of Pensar offices and project sites where teams take the morning to collect, recycle and dispose of rubbish followed by a team BBQ or coffee break. To celebrate National Recycling Week, Pensar’s Sustainability Committee partnered with Project Pargo creating Pensar water bottles, reusable coffee cups and drink coolers with a portion of sales going towards the purchase of water filters for communities in El Salvador.

Ocean Crusaders

Pensar is committed to, and passionate about contributing to the sustainability of our oceans and waterways. Ocean Crusaders has embarked on a mission to rid the oceans of plastic. They have a fleet of vessels designed for traversing our waterways and collecting plastic and rubbish. Since the Brisbane floods in March 2022 the need has been amplified, with a boat heading out most days. To date, Pensar has sponsored four river clean-ups and provided the clean-up crew for each expedition with Pensar team members participating in the waterway clean ups. Moving forward, Pensar plans to support Ocean Crusaders in a skippered river clean up twice yearly. Additionally we continue our ongoing support of Ocean Crusaders’ Containers for Change program with funds donated via the collection of eligible containers from across Pensar’s offices and project sites.

Landscape Rejuvenation

Where suitable, Pensar is committed to rejuvenating project site landscapes. The Sustainability Committee initiates tree planting sessions researching and planting native species unique to the local area. Our teams are passionate about enhancing the existing biodiverse landscape and improving the surrounding environment for the future.

Recycling and Upcycling

Pensar’s Brisbane office houses a recycling station as a central location for item collection. Items currently being recycled include batteries, mobile phones, e-waste (printers, computers, cables and monitors), drink containers, fluorescent tubes and fire extinguishers. A more recent addition is the upcycling of PPE clothing into dog beds for the enjoyment of many four legged friends.