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Carbon Reduction Plan

Healthcare Professionals Carbon Reduction Plan 2022

Introduction

Healthcare Professionals, is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and environmental impact while continuing to provide exceptional recruitment services. Our mission is to ensure a sustainable future for our clients, candidates, and employees. In line with our core values of transparency, honesty, and ethics, we are dedicated to adopting environmentally responsible practices.

This Carbon Reduction Plan outlines our strategy to significantly reduce our carbon emissions in the period from January 2022 to December 2022.

1. Carbon Footprint Assessment

To begin our carbon reduction journey, we will conduct a comprehensive assessment of our carbon footprint. This will include an evaluation of our current emissions, energy consumption, and waste generation. This assessment will help us identify areas where we can make the most substantial reductions.

2. Energy Efficiency

a. Office Operations

  • Evaluate the energy consumption of our office spaces.

  • Implement energy-efficient technologies and lighting.

  • Encourage employees to turn off lights and equipment when not in use.

b. Remote Work

  • Promote remote work to reduce the need for commuting.

  • Ensure employees have access to energy-efficient home office equipment.

3. Sustainable Transportation

a. Employee Commuting

  • Encourage carpooling, public transportation, and biking.

  • Support telecommuting to reduce the need for daily commutes.

b. Candidate and Client Meetings

  • Utilize virtual meetings whenever possible to reduce travel.

4. Paperless Operations

a. Document Management

  • Minimize the use of paper in our internal operations.

  • Encourage electronic document sharing and storage.


b. Contracts and Agreements

  • Transition to electronic contracts and agreements with clients and candidates.

5. Supply Chain Sustainability

a. Supplier Engagement

  • Collaborate with suppliers who prioritize sustainability and ethical practices.

b. Reduce Packaging

  • Minimize excessive packaging in the products we receive.

6. Waste Reduction

a. Recycling

  • Ensure proper recycling facilities are available in our offices.

  • Educate employees on the importance of recycling.

b. Reduce Single-Use Items

  • Eliminate or reduce single-use items in our daily operations.

7. Employee Engagement

a. Education and Training

  • Provide environmental training to employees.

  • Promote eco-friendly habits within the workplace.

b. Encourage Ideas

  • Encourage employees to share suggestions for further carbon reduction.

8. Reporting and Accountability

a. Regular Assessments

  • Conduct quarterly reviews of our carbon reduction progress.

  • Adjust strategies based on assessment results.

b. Leadership Accountability

  • Assign specific roles and responsibilities to leaders for carbon reduction initiatives.

9. Stakeholder Engagement

a. Communication

  • Keep clients and candidates informed about our carbon reduction efforts.

b. Collaboration

  • Seek partnerships with clients and suppliers to collectively reduce carbon emissions.

10. Continuous Improvement

a. Innovation

  • Embrace new technologies and practices that promote sustainability.

b. Goal Setting

  • Establish long-term carbon reduction goals beyond 2022.

Conclusion

Healthcare Professionals is dedicated to reducing our carbon footprint and operating in an environmentally responsible manner. We believe that this commitment aligns with our core values of transparency, honesty, and ethics, and it will help secure a sustainable future for our clients, candidates, and employees.

We are excited to embark on this journey towards carbon reduction in 2022, and we will regularly communicate our progress with all stakeholders. By working together, we can make a positive impact on the environment while continuing to provide exceptional recruitment services

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Publication date: September 20th 2023

Commitment to achieving Net Zero

Healthcare Professionals is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2040.

Baseline Emissions Footprint

Healthcare Professionals acknowledges that in the year 2022, our carbon reduction plan must begin with limited data availability. The journey towards comprehensive carbon emissions reporting and reduction will require a phased approach, with an unwavering commitment to gathering more accurate data over time. Our commitment extends beyond 2022, with the goal of achieving extensive data collection and more precise emissions recording in the future.

Phase 1: Starting with Available Data (2022)

1.1 Carbon Footprint Assessment

Our initial assessment in 2022 is based on readily available data sources, such as:

  • Utility Bills: We will utilize energy and water bills to estimate energy consumption and related emissions for Scope 2.

  • Office Operations: We will gather data on office size, location, and basic equipment to make rough estimates.

  • Employee Commuting: We will encourage employees to self-report their commuting distances and modes.

1.2 Estimation and Approximation

Given the limitations of the data, we will acknowledge that our initial emissions data is an approximation. It will be used as a baseline to kick-start our carbon reduction initiatives.

Phase 2: Commitment to Data Gathering (Ongoing)

2.1 Enhanced Data Collection

Starting from 2023, we are committed to investing in more comprehensive data collection efforts:

  • Smart Meters: Implement smart meters in our offices to monitor real-time energy consumption.

  • Employee Surveys: Conduct annual surveys to collect more accurate data on employee commuting habits.

  • Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with suppliers to obtain detailed data on the emissions associated with the products and services we procure.​

2.2 Technology Integration

Leveraging technology, we will integrate data collection and reporting systems to streamline the process. This will include the use of software tools and platforms designed for emissions tracking and reporting.

Phase 3: Refining and Comprehensive Reporting

3.1 Quarterly Reviews

We will conduct quarterly reviews of our carbon reduction progress, using the improved data and data collection methods to refine our emissions calculations.

3.2 Increasing Accuracy

As our data becomes more accurate, we will refine our emissions calculations in Scopes 1, 2, and 3. This will enable us to set more precise reduction targets and measure our impact effectively.

Phase 4: Long-Term Commitment

Our commitment extends beyond 2022. In the coming years, we will:

  • Set long-term carbon reduction goals.

  • Continue to collaborate with suppliers who prioritize sustainability.

  • Invest in innovative technologies and practices that further reduce our carbon footprint.

Healthcare Professionals understands that data limitations exist in the initial phase of our carbon reduction plan for 2022. However, we remain steadfast in our commitment to obtaining more accurate data and embracing transparent emissions reporting. By doing so, we aim to reduce our environmental impact and align our actions with our core values of transparency, honesty, and ethics while securing a sustainable future for all stakeholders.

Current Emissions Reporting

At Healthcare Professionals, we recognize the urgent need for comprehensive carbon reduction efforts to combat climate change and contribute to a sustainable future. Our commitment is unwavering, and we are dedicated to adopting internationally recognized standards to guide and measure our carbon reduction initiatives, as well as ensure transparency and accountability.

1. ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) Integration

Goal: To fully integrate ISO 14001 Environmental Management System into our
organizational culture, processes, and practices to enhance environmental sustainability.

Initiative Description:

  • Environmental Policy: Develop and implement a robust environmental policy that articulates our dedication to minimizing our environmental impact.
  • Compliance and Legal Adherence: Ensure strict compliance with all relevant ws, regulations, and standards, proactively addressing any compliance gaps.
  • Environmental Risk Assessment: Periodically conduct comprehensive
    environmental risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential environmental
    impacts.
  • Continuous Improvement: Set and monitor environmental objectives and targets,
    emphasizing continuous improvement in our environmental performance.
  • Employee Engagement and Training: Empower our employees with environmental
    awareness and training to encourage their active participation in our environmental
    sustainability efforts.
  • Timeline: We aim to adhere to ISO 14001 EMS into our operations within the next two
    years.

Benefits:

Enhanced environmental performance and reduced carbon footprint.
Strengthened legal and regulatory compliance.
Increased employee engagement and awareness regarding environmental issues
Bolstered reputation as a socially and environmentally responsible organization.

2. PAS 2060 Carbon Neutrality Certification

Goal: To attain PAS 2060 certification to underscore our commitment to carbon neutrality
and transparent carbon offsetting.

Initiative Description:

  • Carbon Footprint Assessment: Regularly measure, assess, and report our carbon emissions across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) in alignment with PAS 2060 requirements.
  • Carbon Offset Programs: Invest in credible carbon offset initiatives, such as renewable energy projects, reforestation, and methane capture, to neutralize any remaining emissions.
  • Independent Verification: Engage accredited third-party auditors to independently verify and validate our carbon neutrality, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Annual Reporting: Provide stakeholders with annual reports that detail our progress toward carbon neutrality and the specific carbon offset projects we support.

Timeline: Our objective is to achieve PAS 2060 certification within the next three years.

Benefits:

  • Demonstrated commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainability.
  • Heightened transparency and accountability in our carbon offsetting endeavours.
  • Enhanced reputation and positive brand image as an environmentally responsible organization.

By incorporating ISO 14001 and pursuing PAS 2060 certification, Healthcare Professionals is reinforcing its pledge to responsible environmental management, rigorous carbon reduction, and clear carbon offsetting. These initiatives mirror our core values of transparency, honesty, and ethics and epitomize our unwavering dedication to a sustainable and environmentally responsible future for our clients, candidates, and employees.

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 standard1 and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting2
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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) Standard3.

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).

Date: 30/10/2023