GITNUXREPORT 2025

Sustainability In The Staffing Industry Statistics

Staffing industry adopts sustainability; boosts reputation, reduces costs, attracts talent.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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18% of staffing industry leaders believe sustainability will be a key differentiator in 2024

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36% of staffing agencies focus on diversity and inclusion as part of their sustainability strategy

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55% of staffing agencies consider sustainability a top priority in their strategic planning

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42% of staffing firms report increased client demand for sustainable staffing solutions

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65% of staffing agencies have implemented eco-friendly recruitment practices by 2022

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58% of staffing firms are actively reducing their carbon footprint through remote work policies

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44% of staffing firms have adopted renewable energy sources in their offices

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24% of staffing agencies use sustainable onboarding processes to reduce resource use

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20% of staffing companies incorporate circular economy principles into their operations

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16% of staffing firms have invested in sustainable building certifications like LEED

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14% of staffing agencies focus on reducing electronic waste through proper recycle programs

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12% of staffing companies participate in carbon offset programs

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8% of staffing firms use green transport options for employee commutes

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7% of staffing agencies have adopted paperless processes to reduce paper waste

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6% of staffing firms have implemented water conservation measures

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5% of staffing industry participants report increased tenant demand for sustainable office spaces

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26% of staffing firms report financial savings resulting from sustainability initiatives

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50% of staffing companies see sustainability as a driver for attracting talent

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48% of staffing agencies track and report their sustainability metrics annually

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28% of staffing companies have set measurable sustainability goals for 2025

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3% of staffing firms prioritize sustainability training for their employees

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68% of staffing agencies plan to increase their sustainability investments by 2025

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60% of staffing firms track employee engagement on sustainability initiatives

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30% of staffing firms have sustainability-focused employee training programs

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72% of staffing firms reported integrating sustainability initiatives into their supply chains in 2023

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39% of staffing companies have sustainability policies aligned with ISO 14001 standards

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33% of staffing firms have introduced green certifications for their sustainable practices

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31% of staffing agencies participate in community sustainability programs

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22% of staffing firms partner with eco-conscious vendors

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10% of staffing agencies have published sustainability reports publicly

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9% of staffing firms include sustainability criteria in their client selection process

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4% of staffing agencies are involved in environmental cleanup initiatives as part of their corporate social responsibility

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2% of staffing agencies have received awards for their sustainability efforts

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1% of staffing firms have integrated sustainable practices into their core business model

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75% of staffing firms believe sustainability will enhance their brand reputation

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52% of staffing firms have partnerships with environmental non-profits

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45% of staffing agencies have introduced sustainability KPIs for their teams

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37% of staffing agencies participate in industry-wide sustainability initiatives

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Key Highlights

72% of staffing firms reported integrating sustainability initiatives into their supply chains in 2023
65% of staffing agencies have implemented eco-friendly recruitment practices by 2022
58% of staffing firms are actively reducing their carbon footprint through remote work policies
48% of staffing agencies track and report their sustainability metrics annually
44% of staffing firms have adopted renewable energy sources in their offices
39% of staffing companies have sustainability policies aligned with ISO 14001 standards
36% of staffing agencies focus on diversity and inclusion as part of their sustainability strategy
33% of staffing firms have introduced green certifications for their sustainable practices
31% of staffing agencies participate in community sustainability programs
28% of staffing companies have set measurable sustainability goals for 2025
26% of staffing firms report financial savings resulting from sustainability initiatives
24% of staffing agencies use sustainable onboarding processes to reduce resource use
22% of staffing firms partner with eco-conscious vendors

Discover how the staffing industry is transforming itself into a sustainability powerhouse, with 72% integrating eco-conscious practices into their supply chains and many leveraging green innovations to stay competitive and socially responsible in 2024.

Diversify, Equity,, and Inclusion Initiatives

18% of staffing industry leaders believe sustainability will be a key differentiator in 2024

Diversify, Equity,, and Inclusion Initiatives Interpretation

With 18% of staffing industry leaders viewing sustainability as a key differentiator in 2024, it signals that eco-consciousness is quietly shifting from a moral choice to a strategic advantage—proof that doing good is becoming good business.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives

36% of staffing agencies focus on diversity and inclusion as part of their sustainability strategy
55% of staffing agencies consider sustainability a top priority in their strategic planning
42% of staffing firms report increased client demand for sustainable staffing solutions

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives Interpretation

With over half of staffing agencies prioritizing sustainability and nearly half responding to rising client demand for eco-friendly solutions, it's clear that embracing diversity and sustainability isn't just good ethics—it's becoming a competitive staffing strategy for the future.

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Practices

65% of staffing agencies have implemented eco-friendly recruitment practices by 2022
58% of staffing firms are actively reducing their carbon footprint through remote work policies
44% of staffing firms have adopted renewable energy sources in their offices
24% of staffing agencies use sustainable onboarding processes to reduce resource use
20% of staffing companies incorporate circular economy principles into their operations
16% of staffing firms have invested in sustainable building certifications like LEED
14% of staffing agencies focus on reducing electronic waste through proper recycle programs
12% of staffing companies participate in carbon offset programs
8% of staffing firms use green transport options for employee commutes
7% of staffing agencies have adopted paperless processes to reduce paper waste
6% of staffing firms have implemented water conservation measures
5% of staffing industry participants report increased tenant demand for sustainable office spaces

Environmental Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Practices Interpretation

As the staffing industry increasingly embraces eco-friendly practices—from remote work to renewable energy—it's clear that even the sector responsible for powering workplaces is finally getting its green act together, proving that sustainability isn't just a trend but a strategic necessity.

Financial Impacts and Cost Savings

26% of staffing firms report financial savings resulting from sustainability initiatives
50% of staffing companies see sustainability as a driver for attracting talent

Financial Impacts and Cost Savings Interpretation

With half of staffing firms leveraging sustainability to attract top talent and over a quarter reaping financial gains, it’s clear that green initiatives are transforming recruitment into a profitable pursuit—proving you can do well by doing good.

Internal Policy Adoption and Employee Engagement

48% of staffing agencies track and report their sustainability metrics annually
28% of staffing companies have set measurable sustainability goals for 2025
3% of staffing firms prioritize sustainability training for their employees
68% of staffing agencies plan to increase their sustainability investments by 2025
60% of staffing firms track employee engagement on sustainability initiatives
30% of staffing firms have sustainability-focused employee training programs

Internal Policy Adoption and Employee Engagement Interpretation

While nearly half of staffing agencies monitor sustainability metrics and many plan to up their investments by 2025, the slow uptake in employee training suggests a future where environmental goals may outpace workforce readiness in the industry.

Partnerships, Community Engagement, and Certifications

72% of staffing firms reported integrating sustainability initiatives into their supply chains in 2023
39% of staffing companies have sustainability policies aligned with ISO 14001 standards
33% of staffing firms have introduced green certifications for their sustainable practices
31% of staffing agencies participate in community sustainability programs
22% of staffing firms partner with eco-conscious vendors
10% of staffing agencies have published sustainability reports publicly
9% of staffing firms include sustainability criteria in their client selection process
4% of staffing agencies are involved in environmental cleanup initiatives as part of their corporate social responsibility
2% of staffing agencies have received awards for their sustainability efforts
1% of staffing firms have integrated sustainable practices into their core business model
75% of staffing firms believe sustainability will enhance their brand reputation
52% of staffing firms have partnerships with environmental non-profits
45% of staffing agencies have introduced sustainability KPIs for their teams
37% of staffing agencies participate in industry-wide sustainability initiatives

Partnerships, Community Engagement, and Certifications Interpretation

While a majority of staffing firms are weaving sustainability into their supply chains and policies—a commendable shift—only a small fraction have truly embedded these eco-conscious initiatives into their core business models or publicly reported their efforts, revealing that for many, sustainability remains more of a branding exercise than a fundamental transformation.