{"id":21534,"date":"2024-10-11T16:51:39","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T16:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evolutionjobs.com\/uk\/modern-slavery-and-human-trafficking-statement-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-10-02T14:41:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T14:41:02","slug":"carbon-reduction-plan","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/evolutionjobs.com\/uk\/carbon-reduction-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Carbon Reduction Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Carbon Reduction Plan for Evolution<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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1. Introduction<\/h4>\n

\n Evolution is committed to reducing our carbon emissions and contributing to global and national efforts,\n particularly in alignment with the UK Government\u2019s Net Zero target by 2050. This Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP)\n has been developed in compliance with Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 06\/21 and considers the specific\n requirements outlined for government contracts worth over \u00a35 million annually, as well as NHS Net Zero goals.\n <\/p>\n\n

2. Commitment to Achieving Net Zero<\/h4>\n

\n Evolution commits to achieving Carbon Net Zero by 2050. We will actively engage in and adopt best practices in\n environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and waste reduction, as we recognise the importance of these\n areas for business operations and society.\n <\/p>\n\n

3. Current Carbon Emissions Footprint<\/h4>\n

\n Evolution is in the process of quantifying our current carbon footprint in alignment with government guidelines.\n In future reports, we will publicly disclose our annual UK energy use and carbon emissions as per BEIS\n requirements, provided the company meets two of the following criteria:\n <\/p>\n

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  • Annual turnover of \u00a336 million or more.<\/li>\n
  • A balance sheet total of \u00a318 million or more.<\/li>\n
  • A workforce of 250 employees or more.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

    4. Carbon Reduction Targets<\/h4>\n

    \n Evolution adopts the following targets to contribute to the UK\u2019s Net Zero goal:\n <\/p>\n

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    • Short-term goal:<\/strong> Reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2030, focusing on areas such as energy\n management, transport minimisation, and waste management.<\/li>\n
    • Long-term goal:<\/strong> Achieve Carbon Net Zero by 2050, ensuring that business operations align\n with the UK Government and NHS sustainability goals.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

      5. Carbon Reduction Strategy<\/h4>\n\n

      5.1. Energy Management<\/h5>\n

      \n We are committed to implementing energy-saving measures such as energy-efficient lighting, equipment, and\n controls. Where possible, we will switch to renewable energy sources to power our operations and reduce our\n reliance on fossil fuels. Our building energy management systems will be regularly assessed and upgraded to\n ensure maximum energy efficiency.\n <\/p>\n\n

      5.2. Water Management<\/h5>\n

      \n System infrastructure maintenance will be prioritised to prevent water leakage, optimise water use, and reduce\n wastewater generation. Efficient water management systems will be introduced where applicable, alongside\n rainwater harvesting for non-potable water use.\n <\/p>\n\n

      5.3. Waste Prevention and Management<\/h5>\n

      \n Evolution will adopt the waste hierarchy of \u2018Reduce, Reuse, Recycle\u2019 across all operations to minimise waste\n generation. Waste will be segregated at the point of disposal to maximise recycling rates and reduce landfill\n usage. We will ensure compliance with the Environmental Protection Regulations 2020 and equivalent regulations\n across devolved UK administrations, specifically in reducing single-use plastics.\n <\/p>\n\n

      5.4. Minimising Single-Use Plastics<\/h5>\n

      \n We will phase out the use of single-use plastics wherever possible in our operations and adopt alternatives.\n The company’s procurement team will prioritise suppliers who demonstrate similar commitments to reducing\n single-use plastics.\n <\/p>\n\n

      5.5. Minimising Transport Use<\/h5>\n

      \n We will reduce transport-related emissions by encouraging remote working and virtual meetings to reduce travel\n requirements. Where business travel is necessary, preference will be given to low-carbon transport options such\n as public transport or electric vehicles. We will introduce a cycle-to-work scheme to encourage eco-friendly\n commuting options.\n <\/p>\n\n

      6. Reporting and Governance<\/h4>\n\n

      6.1. Public Reporting<\/h5>\n

      \n Evolution will report on our UK energy use and carbon emissions annually within the Director\u2019s Report, aligned\n with the latest BEIS guidance. These reports will be made publicly available, particularly if our company\n surpasses two of the three thresholds regarding turnover, balance sheet, or workforce size.\n <\/p>\n\n

      6.2. Monitoring and Evaluation<\/h5>\n

      \n We will monitor the progress of our carbon reduction initiatives on an annual basis and assess our performance\n against the set targets. Continuous improvement strategies will be adopted where necessary to ensure we remain\n on track to meet our 2030 and 2050 goals.\n <\/p>\n\n

      6.3. Responsibility<\/h5>\n

      \n The responsibility for delivering the Carbon Reduction Plan and meeting our Net Zero target rests with the\n senior management team, under the leadership of the Sustainability Director, who will ensure the plan’s\n implementation and ongoing progress.\n <\/p>\n\n

      7. Conclusion<\/h4>\n

      \n Evolution is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and supporting the global transition to a low-carbon\n economy. Our Carbon Reduction Plan outlines our approach to embedding sustainability into our business\n operations in line with government and NHS sustainability goals.\n <\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Purpose<\/h4>\nThis policy establishes how Evolution Technology Solutions Ltd will measure, manage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, embed\nenvironmental considerations in business decisions, and provide transparent evidence of progress toward net zero.\n

      Our commitment<\/h4>\nEvolution Technology Solutions Ltd is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 across its UK operations and measured\nvalue chain. We will pursue this commitment through evidenced reductions in\noperational and indirect emissions, prioritising avoidance and reduction before\nconsidering any residual emissions. Our pathway is to target net zero Scope 1\nemissions by 2030, Scope 2 emissions by 2035 and the included Scope 3\ncategories by 2040, subject to annual review of data quality, organisational\nboundaries and applicable reporting requirements.\n

      Scope<\/h4>\nThis policy applies to our UK business operations, employees,\ncompany-controlled activities and relevant suppliers and contractors. It covers\ndirect emissions from sources we own or control (Scope 1), indirect emissions\nfrom purchased electricity (Scope 2), and the material Scope 3 categories currently\nmeasured: business flights, employee commuting, hotel stays, homeworking, and\nelectricity transmission and distribution. We will review the reporting\nboundary annually and expand coverage where reliable data becomes available or\nwhere a category becomes material.\n

      Our targets and performance<\/h4>\nOur baseline reporting period is 1 January to 31 December\n2024, for which total emissions were 473.93 tCO2e: 27.47 tCO2e Scope 1, 12.73\ntCO2e Scope 2 and 433.73 tCO2e from the included Scope 3 categories. For\nSeptember 2025 to September 2026, our reported footprint was 201.42 tCO2e:\n18.58 tCO2e Scope 1, 12.59 tCO2e Scope 2 and 170.25 tCO2e Scope 3. This is a\nreported reduction of 272.51 tCO2e, or 57.50%, against the 2024 baseline.\nBecause the two periods use different date ranges, we will document\nmethodology, boundaries and any material changes when comparing performance.\n

      Baseline emissions: 1 January to 31 December 2024<\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Baseline emissions data<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
      Emissions source<\/th>\nTotal (tCO2e)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 1<\/td>\n27.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 2<\/td>\n12.73<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3 (included sources)<\/b><\/td>\n433.73<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Total emissions<\/b><\/td>\n473.93<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
      Current emissions: September 2025 to September 2026<\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Current emissions data<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
      Emissions source<\/th>\nTotal (tCO2e)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 1<\/td>\n18.58<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 2<\/td>\n12.59<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3: flights<\/td>\n93.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3: employee commuting<\/td>\n55.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3: hotels<\/td>\n5.09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3: homeworking<\/td>\n2.60<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3: electricity transmission and distribution<\/td>\n0.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Scope 3 total (included categories)<\/td>\n170.25<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Total emissions<\/b><\/td>\n201.42<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nWe aim to reduce reported emissions by a further 22% from\n201.42 tCO2e to approximately 157.11 tCO2e by 2031, while continuing progress\ntowards net zero by 2040. Progress will be assessed annually against this\ntrajectory, with any significant variance, recalculation or change in reporting\nboundary explained in the published Carbon Reduction Plan.\n

      How we will reduce emissions<\/h4>\n
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      • Maintain an electric company vehicle fleet and support lower-emission travel choices.<\/li>\n \t
      • Reduce avoidable business travel and short individual trips, use remote delivery where appropriate, and encourage public transport for client meetings.<\/li>\n \t
      • Improve office energy efficiency through effective equipment maintenance, motion-sensor lighting, efficient appliances and responsible energy use.<\/li>\n \t
      • Progress paperless onboarding and contract management processes.<\/li>\n \t
      • Consider environmental performance and carbon commitments when selecting and reviewing suppliers.<\/li>\n \t
      • Work with landlords and office providers to improve building sustainability and access to lower-carbon energy.<\/li>\n \t
      • Extend device lifecycles and consider refurbished or energy-efficient IT equipment where suitable.<\/li>\n \t
      • Provide carbon awareness guidance and encourage sustainable working practices in the office and at home.<\/li>\n \t
      • Engage clients and contractors on lower-carbon delivery models and reduced travel requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Implementation principles<\/h4>\n
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        • Prioritise preventing and reducing emissions at source before relying on compensation for residual emissions.<\/li>\n \t
        • Assess material environmental impacts when approving travel, facilities, technology and procurement decisions.<\/li>\n \t
        • Set proportionate owners, timescales and measures for agreed initiatives and monitor delivery through the annual review cycle.<\/li>\n \t
        • Ensure environmental claims are accurate, supportable and consistent with the latest approved emissions data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Measurement and reporting<\/h4>\nWe will calculate and report emissions at least annually\nusing recognised greenhouse gas accounting principles, the GHG Protocol\nCorporate Standard and applicable UK Government greenhouse gas conversion\nfactors. The calculation record will identify the reporting period,\norganisational and operational boundaries, included Scope 3 categories,\nactivity data, assumptions, estimation methods, emission factors and any\nexclusions. We will retain proportionate supporting evidence, review material\ndata gaps and improve the quality and coverage of our data over time. Progress,\nmethodology changes and any recalculated baseline will be reported through our published\nCarbon Reduction Plan.\n

          Supply chain and procurement<\/h4>\nWhere relevant and proportionate, we will consider\nsuppliers’ environmental performance and carbon commitments during selection\nand review. Contract owners should seek lower-carbon options where these meet\noperational, legal, quality and commercial requirements. We will also engage\nclients, contractors, landlords and service providers to support remote\ndelivery, reduced travel, improved building performance and better emissions\ndata.\n

          Responsibility and review<\/h4>\nThe Board or equivalent senior management body is accountable for approving this policy and the Carbon Reduction Plan. Senior\nleadership will oversee delivery, review annual performance and ensure that\nmaterial carbon considerations are included in relevant business decisions.\nOperational owners are responsible for implementing agreed actions and\nmaintaining supporting records. Employees are expected to follow this policy\nand choose lower-carbon options where practicable. Compliance with this policy\nwill be monitored through the annual Carbon Reduction Plan review, with\nmaterial issues and corrective actions escalated to senior leadership. This\npolicy will be reviewed at least annually, and sooner where there is a\nsignificant change to operations, emissions data, targets, reporting standards\nor applicable requirements.\n
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