Carbon Reduction Plan for First Response Training and Consultancy Services Limited
We are declaring our commitment to Net Zero 2050. This commitment covers our emissions from direct energy use, indirect energy use and transport but currently does not include emissions from refrigerant gas loss or any scope 3 activity. The calculation of our carbon footprint follows guidance within both the international Greenhouse Gas Protocol and the UK government guidance. The calculation is based on our best available information and will be regularly reviewed.
The carbon calculation for our organisation is: 43.32 tCO2e.
Scope 1: Gas 9.49 tCO2e
Scope 2: Electricity 3.56 tCO2e
Scope 3: WTT - Gas 1.57 tCO2e
Scope 3: WTT - UK electricity (generation) 0.79 tCO2e
Scope 3: T&D - UK electricity 0.31 tCO2e
Scope 3: WTT - UK electricity (T&D) 0.07 tCO2e
Total: 15.78 tCO2e
Heating and Cooling
Item
1 Reducing heat loss through single glazed windows
Actions
Engage with conservation officer In progress
Engage with the local conservation officer to see what options would be available to us as a listed building.
Resource Use
Item
1 We want to reduce paper consumption
Actions
Develop a commitment to becoming a paper free business In progress
Carry out an initial review of paper usage and then carry out the appropriate actions.
Encourage a reduction in printing and photocopying In progress
Put a policy or a commitment in place to reduce printing and photocopying.
Use recycled paper across the business Completed
Shift to use of recycled paper.
2 We want to reduce waste and avoid single use items in the products we develop
Carry out a waste review of the products we develop Not started
A review is essential to gather information on the wastes produced during product development. The review also provides important information to inform on product development focussing on waste minimisation, reuse and recycling.
Conduct a Life Cycle Analysis of products, processes and/or services Not started
LCAs can help quantify the impact of a particular product or service and identify areas for improvement or the design out of waste.
Put a policy in place to avoid single use items In progress
Remove single use items from our product portfolio.
Evidence Switched to reusable face shields for demonstrating CPR from single use shields. Reusing bandages for multiple demonstrations during first aid training courses.
3 We will ensure waste management is optimised on site
Improve bin signage Completed
Making it clear what goes where.
Introduce internal and external segregated mixed recycling bins Completed
This sends a clear message to staff on the importance of waste management.
Travel and Transport
Item
1 We are commited/will commit to reducing the impact of our fleet vehicles
Actions
Develop a plan to move to electric vehicles for our fleet In progress
Evidence Where car users are driving less than 18,000 miles per year they are issued with an Electric Vehicle. Above 18,000 per year they are issued with a MHEV.
Reduce fuel consumption through driver awareness training Not started
Undertake a feasibility study of electrifying fleet vehicles Completed
This includes things such as cost to the business, charging facilities, capital versus revenue costs.
2 We commit/will commit to reducing the impact of our business travel
Develop a travel policy which reduces our carbon footprint In progress
Communicate intent to staff and stakeholders.
Reduce the impact of travel by implementing the sustainable travel hierarchy In progress
Improve the impact of our journeys with more sustainable the travel options.
Set a target to reduce business travel Completed
Understanding our baseline and setting targets to reduce business travel.
Evidence Appropriate team members are targeted to reduce trainer mileage through efficient resource planning.
3 We have explored/will explore opportunities related to remote working
Identify ways to support and manage remote workers Completed
Manage home working effectively, including both physical and mental wellbeing.
Increase the use of video conferencing software Completed
Ensure staff have the most appropriate tools available. Decide on the best package for the business and ensure online security.
Review software requirements to increase agile working Completed
Ensure home working software and office packages are compatible to ensure communication is safe and efficient.
4 We support/will support our employees with sustainable commuting options
Install accessible, secure and sheltered cycling storage Completed
Introduce a cycle to work voucher scheme Not started
For some staff cycling to work may be an option.
Promote electric vehicles as part of employee lease scheme Completed
Set up electric vehicle charging points for staff Completed
Energy Management
Item
1 We have committed to/will explore purchasing renewable energy
Actions
We already purchase 100% renewable energy Not started
Ensure existing renewable tariffs are backed up by a valid REGO certificate by our energy supplier. A REGO, or Renewable Energy Guarantee of Origin scheme provides complete transparency about the proportion of electricity in the National Grid that is supplied by renewable sources.
We are committed to switching to a 100% renewable energy tariff In progress
Change to a certified 100% Renewable Green Energy Tariff.
2 We have explored/will explore installing renewables on site
Invest in solar PVs for your buildings Completed
3 We have optimised/will optimise energy efficiency across equipment
Review IT systems and server rooms to identify ways to reduce energy consumption In progress
Undertaking a thorough review of requirements and looking for energy efficient alternatives.
Evidence Moving more towards cloud storage
We have optimised energy efficiency across equipment and processes Completed
Evidence We have a strict policy of all PC's are shutdown each day. All lightbulbs have been switched to LED.
4 We have optimised/will optimise energy efficiency across our building portfolio
Replace lighting with energy efficient LEDs and controls (daylight or occupancy sensors) Completed
Run an energy-based employee engagement campaign Not started
We have optimised energy efficiency across our building portfolio Not started
Commitments and Engagement
Item
1 We have made/are ready to make a commitment to reduce our carbon emissions
Actions
Commit to achieving carbon neutrality In progress
Although not a substitute for net zero, carbon neutrality can be attained whilst working towards net zero.
Commit to achieving net zero carbon emissions Not started
2 We will commit to monitoring and managing our sustainability commitments
Appoint a lead to drive the delivery of carbon reduction In progress
Commit to reporting progress on carbon reduction journey annually In progress
Set up a process to manage and monitor progress towards carbon reduction In progress
Demonstrate progress and effectively manage implementation.
3 We will improve engagement with employees on sustainability issues and principles
Include carbon reduction commitments in employee objectives In progress
Linking carbon commitments to the performance objectives of staff.
Include sustainability awareness in employee inductions In progress
Introducing new staff to sustainability and carbon reduction commitments through inductions.
Offer carbon literacy training across the business Not started
Helping people understand the basics of climate change and how they can contribute to reducing the carbon emissions of the business by offering carbon literacy training will help you achieve stated targets.
4 We will improve engagement with key stakeholders on sustainability issues and best practice
Join local networks focussing on delivering carbon reduction Not started
Publish commitment to carbon reduction on website Completed
Share carbon reduction action plan with current and potential clients Not started