Carbon Reduction Plan
Supplier name: U-drain Ltd
Publication date: 28 06 2023
Commitment to achieving Net Zero
U-drain Ltd is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2040.
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.
Baseline Year: 2018
Additional Details relating to the Baseline Emissions calculations.
U-drain Ltd is a micro-SME but has been instrumental in reducing plastic waste and water usage in the Peritoneal Dialysis treatment modality. In 2018 U-drain won a Sustainability award from the NHS Sustainability Unit resulting in a paid for Carbon Footprint comparison between U-drain and conventional methods of PD treatment without U-drain. This was undertaken independently by Carbon Footprint Ltd. Their findings showed that when U-drain was used in Peritoneal Dialysis treatment a 99.9% reduction in carbon was seen. During this comparison Carbon Footprint Ltd calculated all U-drain’s emissions (Scope 1,2 & 3). U-drain has always worked tirelessly to reduce its plastic waste and carbon footprint, starting with working out its baseline year emissions in 2018, well before other industries and thus welcomes the governments Net Zero Carbon Reduction plans and PPN 06/21.
U-drain’s baseline emissions were taken when the workforce (2) worked from a central office and therefore, much of the carbon produced was from worker transportation to and from the office, heating, lighting, and waste removal from the office over an 8-hour period per day 42 weeks a year. A fraction of the time of one individual (around 5 %) was taken up installing U-drain systems. This included travelling locally in a van. Much of the stock was unused due to the company having an innovative product and had not been adopted widely.
In the current recording period, there is one person working in the company due to the passing of the co-inventor George McCarthy (RiP). The time spent by the one individual included working 8 hours a day 48 weeks of the year. 50% of the time was spent in the office, (meetings via Microsoft teams) and 50% installing U-drain systems (involved, driving a van mainly locally but on occasions nationally). All figures in the baseline calculation and the current period have been calculated from these working practices.
Baseline year emissions: 2018
EMISSIONS
TOTAL (KgCO2e)
Scope 1
Gas and Fuel 4896.91
Scope 2
Electricity 235.93
Scope 3
(Included Sources)
Embodied Emissions (raw materials)
Manufacture of components
Transport Emissions (components)
Product installation
Disposal.
293.58
Total Emissions
(KgCO2e)
5,426.42
Current Emissions Reporting
Reporting Year: 2023
EMISSIONS
TOTAL (KgCO2e)
Scope 1
Gas and Fuel
2892.19
Scope 2
Electricity
44.24
Scope 3
(Included Sources)
Embodied Emissions (raw materials)
Manufacture of components
Transport Emissions (components)
Product installation
Disposal.
293.58
Total Emissions
(KgCO2e)
3230.01
Emissions reduction targets
To continue our progress to achieving Net Zero, we have adopted the following carbon reduction targets. This will be achieved if the company has the same workforce numbers as it has currently.
We project that carbon emissions will decrease over the next five years to 2165 KgCO2e by 2028. This is a reduction of 33%. This will be achieved slowly by;
Energy Efficiency Measures:
Energy consumption is a significant contributor to U-drain’s carbon footprint. We will therefore be implementing more energy-saving initiatives, such as:
a. LED lighting: continue to replace traditional bulbs with energy-efficient LED lighting to reduce electricity consumption.
b. Smart thermostats: Install programmable thermostats to optimize heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
c. Equipment upgrades: Replace outdated machinery and appliances with energy-efficient models that have lower energy consumption.
Renewable Energy Adoption:
We will be integrating renewable energy sources into U-drain’s operations. I.e. (a)
(b) we will continue doing
a. Solar panels: Install solar panels on the premises to generate clean energy and reduce dependence on grid electricity.
b. Renewable energy providers: Partner with renewable energy providers to source a portion or all of our energy from renewable sources.
Sustainable Transportation:
We will continue to promote sustainable transportation options, such as:
a. Telecommuting and remote work: Encouraging our employees to work from home, when feasible, to reduce commuting-related emissions.
b. Carpooling and public transport: Promote carpooling and the use of public transportation for commuting and business travel.
c. Green fleet: Eventually our fleet of vehicles will be transitioned to electric or hybrid vehicles.
Waste Reduction and Recycling:
We will continue implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives to minimise waste sent to landfills:
a. Waste segregation: We will continue implementing a clear waste segregation system to separate recyclables from non-recyclables.
b. Recycling partnerships: We will continue partnering with local recycling facilities or waste management companies to recycle materials properly.
c. Circular economy practices: Introduce circular economy principles to minimize waste generation and promote reuse.
Supply Chain Engagement:
We will engage with our suppliers and encourage them to adopt more sustainable practices. Where we will;
a. Sustainable sourcing: Prioritising suppliers that follow eco-friendly and ethical practices.
b. Low-carbon logistics: Encourage suppliers to use low-emission transportation options for product delivery.
Employee Engagement and Training:
When the workforce increases we will involve our employees in our carbon reduction efforts and offer training on sustainable practices. Encourage and reward eco-friendly behaviour and ideas.
Monitoring and Reporting:
We will continue to regularly monitor and track our progress toward meeting carbon reduction targets. Create transparent and accurate reports to communicate achievements to stakeholders, employees, and customers.
Carbon Reduction Projects
Completed Carbon Reduction Initiatives
The following environmental management measures and projects have been completed or implemented since the 2018 baseline. The carbon emission reduction achieved by these schemes equate to 500 KgCO2e, a 10%ge reduction against the 2018 baseline and the measures will be in effect when performing the contract.
[Instructions to Suppliers:
Briefly provide details of some of your completed carbon reduction projects. This is for information only.
This may include environmental management measures such as certification schemes like ISO14001 or PAS 2060, signing up to SBTI or specific measures you have taken such as; the adoption of LED/PIR lighting controls, changes to policy resulting in a reduction in company travel and flights or the electrification of the company fleet.]
This reduction being due to the replacing of traditional bulbs with energy-efficient LED lighting to reduce electricity consumption. Partnering with renewable energy providers to source a portion or all of our energy from renewable sources. Telecommuting and remote working.
Implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives to minimise waste sent to landfills:
a. Waste segregation: We will continue implementing a clear waste segregation system to separate recyclables from non-recyclables.
b. Recycling partnerships: We will continue partnering with local recycling facilities or waste management companies to recycle materials properly.
In the future we hope to implement further measures such as:
Briefly provide details of some of any likely/proposed future carbon reduction projects. This is for information only.]
Exciting scope 3 reductions would include:
Embodied Emissions (raw materials) – Use less raw materials in all consumables .
Manufacture of components - Manufacturers use 100% renewable fuels.
Transport Emissions (components) - Use of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV)
Product installation - Use of BEV, more local installers
Disposal. – Look into patients posting consumables back to U-drain Ltd to sterilise and reuse.
Declaration and Sign Off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance and reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans.
Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard[1] and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting[2].
Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements, and the required subset of Scope 3 emissions have been reported in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard[3].
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).
Signed on behalf of the Supplier:
GP Murphy (Operations Manager)
Date: 05 07 2023