Pure Hearts Care Services — Carbon Reduction Plan

Carbon Reduction Plan CRP

1. Commitment to Achieving Net Zero

Pure Hearts Care Services Ltd is committed to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 in line with UK government policy. We also aim to deliver meaningful reductions earlier where possible, targeting a 30% reduction in direct energy and travel-related emissions by 2035.

Net Zero 2050

30% by 2035

2. Baseline Emissions Footprint

Baseline Year

2024/25 (first reporting period).

Method

Emissions to be calculated using the SME Carbon Footprint Calculator (Carbon Trust).

Included Scopes

Scope 1: Fuel consumption from three company cars used for car‑pooling and service‑user transport.
Scope 2: Electricity used in our office premises.
Scope 3: Staff commuting, paper/printing, waste disposal, procurement, and digital services.

We have not yet undertaken a formal carbon audit. Baseline emissions reporting begins in financial year 2024/25.

3. Current Emissions Reporting

No verified data are available yet. Baseline reporting will commence for FY 2024/25 with annual updates thereafter.

4. Emissions Reduction Targets

Reduce energy consumption across premises by 10% by 2027.
Transition office electricity to 100% renewable supply by 2030.
Introduce at least one hybrid/electric vehicle by 2028.
Encourage car‑pooling and remote working to reduce travel‑related emissions by 15% by 2030.
Achieve Net Zero by 2050.

5. Carbon Reduction Projects

Completed

Car‑pooling policy with three company cars for staff and service‑user transport.
Digital care planning system (Roundsys) to reduce paper usage.
Promotion of video meetings (Zoom/Teams) to reduce travel.

Planned

Scope 2: Switch to LED lighting and energy‑efficient appliances across all properties (by 2026).
Scope 1: Gradual transition to low‑emission/hybrid vehicles (from 2027).
Scope 3: Waste reduction and recycling plan for office and service properties (by 2026).
Scope 3: Prioritise sustainable suppliers and procurement practices.

6. Governance & Monitoring

Progress against carbon reduction targets will be reviewed annually and published in line with PPN 06/21. The Registered Manager oversees implementation, with quarterly reviews by the senior leadership team. Progress will also be reported to commissioners where required.