New ESG Self-Assessment Tool for facilities management launches

The Sustainable Facilities Management Index (SFMI) has launched a new online ESG Self-Assessment Tool, designed to support facilities management and built environment organisations at the start of their ESG journey.

Sustainability is now a prerequisite across the sector, with organisations expected to demonstrate both understanding and measurable performance in tenders to their stakeholders and internally. However, many facilities management teams face challenges in developing a forward plan and business case, often due to limited resources, skills, and in-house expertise.

Recognising these challenges, the SFMI developed this entry-level tool to provide a practical, easy-to-use way to assess ESG performance, identify gaps, and build internal understanding.

The SFMI Self-Assessment Tool is the first of its kind, covering 13 ESG themes tailored specifically to the challenges and opportunities faced by the facilities management sector and wider built environment.

Users will be able to gain insights into sector best practices, strengthen internal ESG knowledge among team members, and understand and engage more effectively with their supply chain through a dedicated supplier level.

The tool offers flexible engagement options, ranging from a basic assessment that allows organisations to benchmark performance and identify roadmap opportunities, to more in-depth packages which include opportunities to discuss results with SFMI experts, and bespoke workshops to help shape a forward plan and engage stakeholders across the business.

Sunil Shah, Managing Director of Acclaro Advisory and the SFMI said: “ESG is becoming an essential part of facilities management. Our Self-Assessment Tool provides organisations with the clarity and confidence to begin their ESG journey and take meaningful action.”

For more information on the SFMI’s Self-Assessment Tool, visit the SFMI website.