Carbon Reduction Plan
Publication Date: 05/11/2026
Commitment to Achieving Net Zero
Versatile Packaging is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.
Baseline Emissions Footprint
Baseline emissions are a record of the greenhouse gases that have been produced in the past and prior to the introduction of any strategies to reduce emissions. Baseline emissions are the reference point against which emissions reductions can be measured.
Baseline Year: 2025
Additional Details Relating to the Baseline Emissions Calculations
Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were calculated in line with GHG Protocol methodology.
| Emissions | Total (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 207 |
| Scope 2 | 13 |
| Scope 3 | 1,392 |
| Total Emissions | 1,612 |
Scope 3 emissions include:
- Upstream transportation and distribution
- Waste generated in operations
- Business travel
- Employee commuting
- Downstream transportation and distribution
Current Emissions Reporting
Reporting Year: 2025
| Emissions | Total (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 207 |
| Scope 2 | 13 |
| Scope 3 | 1,392 |
| Total Emissions | 1,612 |
Scope 3 emissions include:
- Upstream transportation and distribution
- Waste generated in operations
- Business travel
- Employee commuting
- Downstream transportation and distribution
Emissions Reduction Targets
In order to continue our progress towards achieving Net Zero, we have adopted the following carbon reduction targets.
We project that carbon emissions will decrease over the next five years to 161 tCO₂e by 2030. This represents a 10% reduction against our 2025 baseline and forms part of our long-term commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050.
Carbon Reduction Projects
Completed Carbon Reduction Initiatives
The following environmental management measures and projects have been completed or implemented since the 2025 baseline. The carbon emission reductions achieved by these schemes equate to 5.5 tCO₂e, representing a 0.5% reduction against the 2025 baseline. These measures will remain in effect when performing future contracts.
- Solar PV installation. This project equates to a 25% reduction in Scope 2 emissions.
- Upgrade of process motors to IE2 classification.
Future Carbon Reduction Initiatives
In the future, we hope to implement further measures, including:
- Conversion from diesel to HVO within our own fleet.
- Engagement with third-party hauliers regarding the possible conversion from diesel to HVO within their fleets and/or the electrification of their vehicles.
- Continued assessment of alternative packaging materials.
- Completion of a detailed inventory of Scope 3 emissions across all categories within the GHG Protocol methodology.
Declaration and Sign-Off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and the 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 Standard and use the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting.
Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements (where applicable), 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) Standard.
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the Board of Directors (or equivalent management body).
Signed on Behalf of the Supplier
Versatile Packaging
References
- https://ghgprotocol.org/corporate-standard
- https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/government-conversion-factors-for-company-reporting
- https://ghgprotocol.org/standards/scope-3-standard