Protecting people and planet
Protecting people and planet
Protecting people and planet
Protecting people and planet
Protecting people and planet
Protecting people and planet
Lucion Group
20th June, 2023
NHS suppliers bidding for contracts exceeding £5 million per annum need to develop and publish a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) under the UK government's Procurement Policy Note 06/21. In preparation for our upcoming NHC Convenzis speaking appointment, in our latest insight we delve into the significance of these requirements brought in since April 2023, the steps suppliers must take to comply, and how our company, Delta-Simons, a trusted provider of sustainability services, can assist in creating comprehensive CRPs.
The NHS has set an ambitious goal to become the world's first net-zero health service. Recognising its significant carbon footprint, the NHS aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 for the emissions it directly controls and by 2045 for the emissions it indirectly influences through its partners and suppliers. To attain these targets, collaboration from all suppliers to the NHS is essential.
In 2021, the NHS introduced the Greener NHS National Programme, along with a plan to align suppliers with the net-zero goal by 2030. The next milestone in this roadmap arrives in April 2023, when suppliers bidding for contracts exceeding £5 million annually must disclose a Carbon Reduction Plan for their UK Scope 1, 2, and a subset of Scope 3 emissions, in line with Procurement Policy Note 06/21. This crucial step will ensure transparency and accountability in the reduction of carbon emissions throughout the supply chain.
To support the UK's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the government introduced the Procurement Policy Note 06/21. This policy requires suppliers bidding for major government contracts to commit to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and publish a Carbon Reduction Plan. Enacted in September 2021, this policy obliges major public sector suppliers, including those to the NHS, to outline existing and proposed mitigation measures for carbon reduction.
Developing a comprehensive Carbon Reduction Plan involves several key steps:
To accurately address carbon emissions, it is essential to understand the different scopes of emissions:
The new requirements for NHS suppliers focus on reporting Scope 1, Scope 2, and a subset of Scope 3 emissions. Suppliers will need to identify and quantify the emissions associated with their operations and supply chain, ensuring a comprehensive approach to carbon reduction.
Delta-Simons, part of the Lucion Group, is a leading provider of environmental consultancy and sustainability services. With their expertise, they can assist NHS suppliers in developing comprehensive Carbon Reduction Plans. By partnering with Delta-Simons, suppliers gain access to the following benefits:
To gain a deeper understanding of the upcoming requirements for NHS suppliers and the development of Carbon Reduction Plans, join Kim Johnson, Group Head of Business Development, and Rob Molyneux, Sustainability Unit Director at Delta-Simons, at the Convenzis NHS Estates and Facilities Conference 2023. Their expertise and insights will provide valuable guidance on how suppliers can prepare for the changes and navigate the path towards net-zero emissions.
As the NHS continues its journey towards becoming a net-zero health service, suppliers play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions. The new requirements for NHS suppliers to develop and publish Carbon Reduction Plans mark an important step towards achieving sustainability goals.
By partnering with our teams across the Lucion Group, suppliers can ensure comprehensive and effective plans that align with government regulations and contribute to a greener future. Get in touch with us by emailing [email protected].
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