Supplier name: Sterimed Medical Implants UK Ltd
Publication date: 30th January 2024
Commitment to achieving Net Zero
Sterimed Medical Implants UK Ltd is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2032.
Baseline Emissions Footprint
Baseline emissions are a record of the greenhouse gases that have been produced in the past and were produced prior to the introduction of any strategies to reduce emissions. Baseline emissions are the reference point against which emissions reduction can be measured.
We are implementing our carbon reduction strategy through two key sustainability programs—’Decoupling our Carbon’ and ‘Going Circular’. We are committed to aligning our operations to achieve “The Carbon Trust Route to Net Zero,” which will validate that we are delivering against our near-term science-based targets to reach Net Zero.
We are setting our net zero 2024 baseline, to capture our overall business impact, including business travel, operations, and all related activity impact.
| Baseline Year: 2024 | |
| Additional details relating to the baseline emissions calculations. | |
| Our Baseline emissions are a record of the GHG emissions that we have produced in the past, prior to the introduction of our strategies to reduce emissions from 2024. They act as a reference point against which emissions reduction can and will be measured. | |
| Baseline year emissions: | |
| EMISSIONS | TOTAL (tCO2e) |
| Scope 1 emissions are direct greenhouse gas emissions that occur from sources that are controlled or owned by Sterimed Medical Implants UK Ltd. We only have two staff members, both of whom work remotely from home and are not required to commute or drive to meetings, as per our environmental measures, all meetings take place online. The below mileage is for our Managing Director for minimal client and supply chain visits, meetings, audits, and inspections: | |
| 1. MD mileage (electric car) – (200 miles) 800kWh(0.212) | 0.1696 |
| 2. Office working electricity – 2,000kWh(0.212) | 0.424 |
| 3. Office working heating (gas) – 8,000kWh(0.183) | 1.464 |
| Scope 2 emissions are indirect greenhouse gas emissions associated with the purchase of electricity, steam, heat, or cooling. These are accounted for by Sterimed Medical Implants UK Ltd. | |
| 1. Office based purchased electricity 200kWh(0.212) | 0.0424 |
| Scope 3 emissions include all sources not within an organization’s Scope 1 and 2 boundaries. These emissions often represent the majority of an organization’s total greenhouse gas emissions (Included Sources). | The additional Scope 3 emissions associated with our service are derived from manufacture, logistics, storage, and delivery. We only select partners and suppliers that adhere to the environmental standards we expect and adhere to ourselves. We confirm all such partners have at least ISO 14001 certification. The emissions associated with these activities depend on the quantity and type of goods ordered, as well as delivery requirements and timeframes, etc. |
| Total Emissions | Scope 1 and 2 = 2.1 |
| + Scope 3 dependent on the types | |
| and quantities of goods required. | |
Current Emissions Reporting
| Reporting Year: Baseline emissions have just been calculated, and the Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) was implemented in January 2024. The reporting year is therefore set to be completed in January 2025. | |
| EMISSIONS | TOTAL (tCO2e) |
| Scope 1 | Tbc |
| Scope 2 | Tbc |
| Scope 3 | Tbc |
| Total Emissions | Tbc |
Emissions Reduction Targets
We have committed to becoming net zero by 2032, with near-term targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative, in line with a 1.5-degree scenario. This means that we have reset our baseline year to 2024.
Our commitment involves halving our operational footprint by 2032 against the new 2023 baseline, and strengthening the way we embed climate action into our supplier engagement. We already require all suppliers and subcontractors to have at least ISO 14001 or equivalent, have a documented Carbon Reduction Plan, and commit to achieving net-zero by 2040. Our client services and our market advocacy also reflect this commitment.
We will set new interim targets from 2025. Progress against our 2024 to 2032 targets (and thereafter) will be reported in our Annual Report.
In order to continue our progress towards achieving Net Zero, we have adopted the following carbon reduction targets:
Our Scope 1 and 2 emissions are already at a low level due to having only two staff members and conducting only office-based activities remotely from home; we do not have an office or require staff to commute or attend in-person meetings (all meetings are carried out online). However, we project that carbon emissions will decrease over the next six years to 75% tCO2e by 2030.
Carbon Reduction Projects
Completed Carbon Reduction Initiatives
The following environmental management measures and projects have been selected for implemented from the 2024 baseline.
Energy Management
Our energy management programme will focus on consolidating and refreshing energy savings within our office space, operating more efficiently, and investing in new technology. We will invest in LED lighting, water waste reduction and putting on devices only when required for use.
Technology
This year, we will work with suppliers and internal service owners to perform a carbon impact assessment of our technology, covering hardware, hosting platforms, HR, and reporting platforms. This assessment will inform our future technology strategy. We will explore devices equipped with technologies for automatic switch on and off and energy savings. Additionally, we will review other opportunities to reduce household emissions and utilities (as staff work from home), such as installing solar panels and other emission-reducing systems.
Employee Engagement
As part of our net zero ambition, we understand the importance of bringing our people along on this journey. This involves training, raising awareness, and enabling our people to build a confident understanding of today’s growing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) agenda and inspiring them to play their part. We will have nominated Environmental and Sustainability Champions as part of our operations network.
Business Travel
We are a people business, and building and maintaining relationships, as well as working alongside our clients, is key to our delivery of quality services. We will continue to conduct all meetings online and via telephone. Additionally, we have replaced work vehicles with low-emission electric vehicles and will continue to review all vehicles and equipment, prioritizing low-emission options.
Suppliers
To tackle impacts beyond our direct operations, we will ensure our supply chain embraces and has in place Carbon Reduction Plans, policies, and commitments. We will buy from responsible, sustainable, green companies and hold suppliers accountable for their own net zero journey. We require all supply chain partners to have at least ISO 14001 certification.
Standards
We plan to obtain and implement ISO 14001 this year.
Offsetting schemes
We will explore carbon offsetting schemes to further reduce our net impact this year.
Declaration and Sign Off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance, as well as the reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans. Emissions have been reported and recorded in line with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans, the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard, and utilize the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting. Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements.
We have received ISO certificates from our suppliers and supply chain partners, as well as their Environmental Management Systems/Policies, and Environmental and Carbon Reduction targets. We have also requested the carbon emission figures/targets and Carbon Reduction Plans of all supply chain partners to enable us to calculate Scope 3 emissions for this 2024 baseline and for subsequent annual reporting. Scope 3 emissions will be reported in line with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain Standard.
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by our Managing Director.
Signed on behalf of Sterimed Medical Implants UK Ltd:
Sleiman Raad (Managing Director)
30th January 2024