Carbon Reduction Plan

CloudSource is a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in the UK. We have an average of 49 employees and have been committed to reducing our carbon emissions since the introduction of our Environmental Policy in 2018. Whilst this is only the second year we have formally measured emissions, this has still been a key objective of the organisation throughout the last five years.

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To provide context for the details below, our organisation is a Professional Services Consultancy business. Our employees work in a hybrid format, alternating between working from home and from our offices. We lease serviced office space in Central London, and most of our employees use public transport to get to work. Unfortunately, commuting to work accounts for most of our carbon emissions in Scope 3.
 

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CloudSource Ltd is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050

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Baseline Emissions Footprint​

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Baseline emissions refer to the record of greenhouse gases produced in the past before the implementation of any strategies to reduce emissions. Baseline emissions serve as the reference point against which emissions reductions can be measured.

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Baseline year: 2023 - Additional Details relating to the Baseline Emissions Calculations.

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The figures below represent the first year of reporting and are therefore considered our Baseline Emissions Calculations.

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Baseline year Emissions:

Scope 1: 7.6

Scope 2: 0.3

Scope 3 (included sources): 962.0 (Categories 4,5,6 and 7)

 

Total Emissions: 969.9

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Year two: 2024 - Additional Details relating to the Year Two Emissions Calculations.

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The figures below represent the second year of reporting.

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Second-year Emissions:

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Scope 1: 4.6

Scope 2: 0.3

Scope 3 (included sources): 955.5 (Categories 4,5,6 and 7)

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Total Emissions: 960.4

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Emission Reduction Targets​

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We project that carbon emissions will decrease by 20.58 per cent over the next five years to 770 tco2e by 2031.

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Completed Carbon Reduction Initiatives

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The environmental management measures and projects implemented and continued since the 2023 baseline have resulted in a carbon emission reduction of 9.5 tco2e in 2024, representing a 0.98 per cent reduction compared to the 2023 baseline. These measures will remain in effect when performing the contract:

• Re-obtaining ISO 14001 registration - the most recent audit was passed with no Minors or non-conformances.

• Electrification of company car fleet.

• Culture change in business Travel - supporting hybrid working for employees and associates.

• Regular communications with the team to remind them of ways to reduce carbon emissions.

• Introduction of a Homeworking Environmental Questionnaire.

• Regular updates to Environmental Policy

• Sourcing office accommodation from suppliers who match our Environmental Objectives:

  • Energy obtained from renewable energy sources

  • Energy efficiency measures - Implementing energy-efficient practices and equipment, e.g. energy-efficient lighting, high level of insulation in the building and energy-efficient equipment, ensuring this is powered off when not in use.         

  • Individually adjustable air conditioning

  • Waste management - segregation of waste and recycling

  • Discouraging use of single-use cutlery items

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Future Carbon Reduction Initiatives​

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In the future, we hope to implement further measures, including:

 

• Supply Chain Alignment: We plan to select suppliers who prioritise sustainability and have low carbon footprints. This is already the case with several of our suppliers (e.g. Dell)

• Offset Emissions: We plan to utilise carbon offsetting schemes that compensate for unavoidable emissions, which will fund projects that reduce CO2 emissions, such as reforestation or renewable energy initiatives.

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CloudSource Environmental Management Measures

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1. Energy Efficiency

• Switch to LED lighting and energy-efficient appliances at home

• Turn off lights, computers, and machines when not used at home and in the office

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2. Waste Reduction

• Buy products with minimal or recyclable packaging

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3. Sustainable Procurement

• Source materials and supplies from eco-friendly vendors

• Choose suppliers who have environmental policies and commitment

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4. Water Conservation

• Encourage water-saving behaviour among staff

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5. Pollution Prevention

• Safely store and dispose of hazardous materials (e.g., batteries)

• Use non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products at home and in the office

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6. Transportation Initiatives

• Promote carpooling, biking, and public transportation

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7. Awareness and Training

• Train and educate employees about eco-friendly practices

• Post reminders (e.g., Recycle your Batteries) around the office

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8. Environmental Policy

• Share the CloudSource Environmental Policy internally and externally

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9. Carbon Footprint Monitoring

• Start tracking basic environmental data (electricity usage, water bills, etc)

• Set achievable annual reduction targets

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10. Community Involvement

• Support or participate in local initiatives (such as garden planting)

• Partner with local NGOs on small sustainability projects

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Decleration and Sign-off​

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This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in alignment with PPN 06/21 and the associated guidance and reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans.

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Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard, utilising the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting.

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SECR requirements have reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, and the published reporting standard has reported the required subset of Scope 3 emissions for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard.

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This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body)