Green Growth Pledge

Charcroft Green Growth Pledge plans 40 per cent reduction in carbon emissions

Charcroft Green Growth Pledge plans 40 per cent reduction in carbon emissions

Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components – has taken the Green Growth Pledge to support carbon reduction of 40 per cent by 2035.

Part of a commitment by the Welsh government to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, the Green Growth Pledge requires businesses in Wales to take pro-active steps to improve sustainability, reduce emissions, and deliver a positive impact on people as well as the environment.

“With our location in the Brecon Beacons, or Bannau Brycheiniog, as well as in Wrexham, close partnership with the local community and safeguarding the environment have always been key priorities for Charcroft,” said director Vicky Mellor. To reduce the carbon emissions from heating, the plan is to evaluate a change from conventional liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), to using BioLPG, which is produced from renewable sources such as waste, residues, and biomass.

Sustainable transport is supported by staff being incentivised to use car sharing or to use public or active transport for commuting and other business travel. In active transport, staff are encouraged to walk or cycle at the start or end of a journey on public transport, to promote sustainability in addition to increasing physical activity. There is also a move towards using electric vehicles, with two of the directors having already made this change.

Active engagement with green skills training programmes such as, Accelerating Decarbonisation and Productivity through Technology and Skills (ADAPTS) will boost decarbonisation in addition to increasing efficiency and productivity.

To measure the impact of the Charcroft Green Growth Pledge, annual carbon emissions will be monitored to track progress towards achieving the 40% reduction in emissions by 2035.

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