Caitrina Oakes, Country Manager UK & Ireland, alongside the volunteering team from the Buckingham Canal Trust
Vetoquinol UK Achieves IiE Green Accreditation, Celebrating A Transformative Sustainability Journey
3 months ago 
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Vetoquinol UK is proud to announce its achievement of Green level accreditation with the national environmental accreditation scheme, Investors in the Environment (iiE)—their highest recognition for environmental commitment and performance.
This milestone marks the culmination of a journey that began in 2021, when Vetoquinol UK partnered with iiE and earned Bronze accreditation, alongside winning the Transport Award for its progressive motor fleet policy encouraging electric and hybrid vehicle uptake. The company advanced to Silver in 2024 and now celebrates its Green status in 2025, reflecting a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability across all areas of the business.
Key Achievements:
- 11% reduction in UK carbon emissions (2024 vs 2023), driven by initiatives in fleet fuel, electricity, and paper usage in our measured resources.
- 23% reduction in fleet diesel consumption and 10% drop in literature printing (2024 vs 2023).
- Ongoing commitment to reduction in electricity usage through office zoning and appliance optimisation.
- Sustainable procurement practice overhaul in the UK team and future global initiatives to redesign packaging using unbleached cardboard from eco-managed forests.
Empowering change from within led by Fay Marley-Cook and supported by a passionate Green Team, Vetoquinol UK embedded sustainability into its purchasing policy, employee communications, and monthly updates, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and action. The team also launched a Green Team Action Plan Booklet and conducted bi-annual reviews to track progress and adapt strategies.
Vetoquinol UK has also supported conservation efforts with the Buckingham Canal Trust, contributed to the Vetlife charity, and are currently fund raising to build and install hedgehog houses on their Pury Hill site.
A Message from Leadership Caitrina Oakes, Country Manager UK & Ireland, shared:
"This achievement is a testament to the dedication and collaboration of our entire team. We are proud to lead by example and integrate sustainability into every facet of our day-to-day operations. Our journey with iiE has not only helped us reduce our environmental impact but also inspired us to do more."
Looking Ahead Vetoquinol UK will continue to build on this success, with plans to publish a UK Sustainability Report, expand its Green Team across departments, and engage employees through interactive initiatives such as quizzes and Zero Waste Week activities.
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