For nearly 30 years, Digby Wells Environmental has been Making a Difference — delivering sustainable solutions that balance progress with the protection of our planet. This impact report celebrates our journey, showcasing the meaningful partnerships and innovative projects that drive responsible growth worldwide.
Foreword
Balancing Wealth and Health For Planet and People
They say, “Our health is our wealth.” The same applies to our planet. We cannot continue to accumulate wealth at the expense of the Earth’s health — it simply doesn’t add up. The benefits of material wealth will mean little in a world that grows sicker by the day. True prosperity lies in harmony, not exploitation.
Population Peaks and Planetary Pressure
This year brought some positive news. A United Nations report revealed that the global population is expected to peak earlier and at a slightly lower level than previously thought — at around 10.3 billion by 2084. While this offers some breathing room, the message and challenge remains: if resource use per person continues at today’s levels, particularly in economically developed nations, then we are in for a rough ride, as our planet cannot support this peak population.
It is human nature that we all seek to improve our lives. However, we must learn to do this in a manner that does not compromise the health of our planet or negatively impact others. We need to face up to some harsh realities, wealthier nations consume a
disproportionate amount of the earth’s resources, and the wealthiest 10% of the population consumes a staggering portion of the world’s resources. Those in lower-income brackets and emerging countries not only have to make do with far less, more often than not they are hit first and worst by environmental damage and impacts, including climate change. Unfortunately, the gap is widening, and the solution lies not just in slowing population growth but in radically rethinking how we use the Earth’s finite resources, and we must strive to do so in a way that provides upliftment for everyone.
Digby Wells: Digging for Solutions, Not Just Resources
At Digby Wells Environmental, we are committed to turning sustainability into a meaningful reality, not just a buzzword. We are pioneering innovative solutions and operationalising Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) to empower our partners and clients to make more informed and responsible decisions, and designing projects that serve as blueprints for a sustainable future. Our influence extends far beyond our company walls, we’ve nurtured the growth of other businesses and seen our clients replicate the sustainable solutions we’ve crafted for them. It’s positive proof that we’re on the right track and leading the way in environmental stewardship.
People Power: Growing with Purpose
Sustainability starts with people. Over the past year, we’ve welcomed 33 new members to the Digby Wells family, many of whom are starting their careers with us. We’ve also provided numerous bursaries and scholarships, supporting both current and future employees in their educational journeys.
Our projects are designed to positively impact communities around the globe. The past year alone, we have worked on five large-scale resettlement projects involving approximately 4000 households, alongside Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) in some of the world’s most diverse environments — from the deserts of Balochistan to the lush tropics of the Dominican Republic. And our footprint is expanding. While our heart remains in Africa, we are now extending our reach to projects in the Americas, Central Asia, and Europe.
Additionally, we’re expanding our team by establishing partnerships in regions where local expertise is essential, leveraging their knowledge of legislative requirements and the legal landscape. Our global growth strategy has also led us into new regions,
including the United States, Australia and Zambia, broadening our impact worldwide. What has been clear over the past year is that despite inherent diversification that comes with the expansion of Digby Wells, the common driver that binds is that we want to make a difference.
A Future Built on Cooperation and Innovation
There’s still a long road ahead to ensure the sustainability of our beautiful planet, but we remain optimistic. Achieving global sustainability will require hard work, cooperation, and innovation — none of which we can afford to shy away from. The stakes are too high, and the alternative is not an option. At Digby Wells, we are proud to play our part, and we look forward to continuing this essential work. After all, we have only one Earth, and we’re determined to protect it for future generations.
Additionally, we’re expanding our team by establishing partnerships in regions where local expertise is essential, leveraging their knowledge of legislative requirements and the legal landscape. Our global growth strategy has also led us into new regions,
including the United States, Australia and Zambia, broadening our impact worldwide. What has been clear over the past year is that despite inherent diversification that comes with the expansion of Digby Wells, the common driver that binds is that we want to make a difference.
A Future Built on Cooperation and Innovation
There’s still a long road ahead to ensure the sustainability of our beautiful planet, but we remain optimistic. Achieving global sustainability will require hard work, cooperation, and innovation — none of which we can afford to shy away from. The stakes are too high, and the alternative is not an option. At Digby Wells, we are proud to play our part, and we look forward to continuing this essential work. After all, we have only one Earth, and we’re determined to protect it for future generations.
