Carbon Reduction Plan

1.1 We will set out our plans to meet net zero in alignment with national targets*, including interim targets, recognising that the majority of cuts need to be made by 2030. We will publish this, and our progress against it, annually.

Interim Targets

1.2 We will set an interim target to reduce our net direct and indirect carbon emissions for 2030 (Scope 1, 2 and – where appropriate – 3)**, which aligns with or exceeds government strategy. For major projects that end before 2030, a suitable target will be set for the end date of that project instead.

Carbon Offsetting

1.3 We recognise that emissions reduction is essential. Where offsetting is used, we will publish our approach and the schemes that we are using.

Carbon Literacy

1.4 We will implement a carbon literacy programme which includes that in our leadership team who have influence over the built environment.

* 2050 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and 2045 in Scotland.
** See www.ghgprotocol.com for further details.

Typically, frameworks have a relatively small carbon footprint themselves but a large influence over carbon reduction through their projects. Frameworks can achieve Pledger level compliance to the CRCBE by requiring the Pledger level commitments from their partners. Further guidance will be published soon, but in the meantime please get in touch with any queries.