Carbon Reduction Plan
Jireh Care and Recruitment Services Ltd
1. Commitment to Achieving Net Zero
Jireh Care and Recruitment Services Ltd is fully committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in line with:
- The UK Government’s Net Zero Strategy
PPN 06/21 requirements
The Climate Change Act 2008 (as amended)
CQC Environmental Sustainability Quality Statement (2023)
NHS Greener NHS ambitions for care providers working within integrated systems
We recognise our responsibility as a health and social care provider to reduce emissions across our operations, supply chain, and commissioned services.
2. Organisational Boundaries
Our carbon reporting follows the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and includes:
Scope 1: Direct emissions from company owned vehicles and gas heating
Scope 2: Indirect emissions from purchased electricity
Scope 3: Indirect emissions from business travel, waste, water, procurement, and staff commuting
5. Carbon Reduction Targets
- 15% reduction by 2028
35% reduction by 2035
50% reduction by 2040
Net Zero by 2050
Projected Emissions Trajectory
6. Carbon Reduction Measures Implemented to Date
Energy Efficiency
Transition to LED lighting across all offices and supported living sites
Installation of smart meters and energy monitoring dashboards
Reduced heating temperatures by 1°C, saving approx. 8% energy
Electricity & Heating
- Switched to 100% renewable electricity tariffs
Phasing out gas boilers during property refurbishments
Travel & Fleet
- Introduced a low emission travel policy
Reduced business mileage by 12% through digital meetings
Piloting electric pool vehicles for community visits
Waste & Recycling
- Introduced clinical waste segregation and recycling stations
Reduced paper use by 40% through digital care planning
Procurement
Carbon Reduction Plans
Ethical Supply Chains
Low Carbon Products
7. Planned Carbon Reduction Measures (2026–2030)
Energy & Buildings
- Retrofit programme for supported living properties (insulation, lowenergy appliances)
Install air source heat pumps in new or refurbished sites
Introduce automatic shutoff systems for lighting and heating
Travel
Transition 50% of fleet to electric vehicles by 2030
Expand cycle to work scheme and staff incentives
Implement route optimisation software for community visits
Waste & Circular Economy
Zero to landfill commitment by 2030
Introduce reusable PPE options where clinically safe
Expand recycling to include batteries, small electricals, and toner cartridges
Procurement & Supply Chain
Require all major suppliers to provide a Carbon Reduction Plan by 2027
Prioritise local suppliers to reduce transport emissions
Embed sustainability scoring into all procurement decisions
Culture & Workforce
Mandatory annual sustainability training for all staff
Green Champions in each service
Quarterly sustainability reporting to the Board
8. Governance and Reporting
- Oversight by the Director of Operations
Quarterly reporting to the Board of Directors
Annual publication of updated Carbon Reduction Plan
Compliance with PPN 06/21 and SECR reporting standards