Sustainability
at ESS
Sustainability
Doing The Sensible Thing
Regarding to Svanen
At ESS, we believe in long-term thinking, an action-oriented mindset and transparency, rather than loud promises.
“Doing the sensible thing” is what guides us when it comes to sustainability. Always with serious ambition and an innovative, action-driven approach.
This is our way of gathering the work we do for people, the environment and our communities. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and grateful to have you here reading.
Welcome.
Johanna Dahlsjö, Head of Sustainability
Ellen Sander, Sustainability Coordinator

15 000+
Meals Served Through Rescued Food
116,000 kg
Plastic Removed from Swedish Seas
4000
Team Members Across ESS
70+
Nationalities Across ESS
16
Destinations
90%
Certified Destinations
Our Focus Areas
How We Organise Sustainability
Local Susatinability Ambassador
Every destination has a an ambassador lead who meets monthly for workshops, training and sharing best practice.
Central Governance
Clear policies: environment, human rights, anti-corruption and our Code of Conduct.
Meet the People
Positive Impact doesn’t live in a policy document, it lives in the people who drive it forward every day.
At ESS Group, that work is led by Johanna Dahlsjö and Ellen Sander, who guide our destinations, support our local CSR teams and make sure our progress is both real and measurable. They are the ones keeping us curious, honest and moving, step by step, project by project.
If you have questions, ideas or would like to learn more about our work, please contact Ellen and Linnea in person. We’re looking forward to hear from you.



















