CQS Solutions Ltd is committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 for our UK operations.
We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and continuously improving carbon management across our operations. This commitment is supported by senior leadership and embedded into our long-term strategy.
Baseline Emissions Footprint
Baseline emissions represent the greenhouse gases produced during our first formal reporting period and provide the reference point for future reductions.
Baseline Year: April 2025 – March 2026
Additional Details Relating to Baseline Emissions Calculations
CQS Solutions Ltd operates across serviced office locations and through a mobile workforce. As such:
- Electricity data is estimated using desk-based benchmarks
- Business travel emissions are calculated using actual mileage split by fuel type
- Employee commuting emissions use detailed, employee-specific data
- A company-owned vehicle has been included under Scope 1 emissions
All calculations align with:
- GHG Protocol Corporate Standard
- UK Government GHG conversion factors
- SME best practice for carbon reporting
Baseline Year Emissions
| Emissions Source | Total (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 – (Company vehicle) | 2.55 |
| Scope 2 – (Electricity) | 3.47 |
| Scope 3 – Business Travel | 5.59 |
| Scope 3 – Employee Commuting | 9.01 |
| Total Emissions | 20.62 tCO₂e |
Emissions Calculation Methodology
Scope 1 – Direct Emissions
Scope 1 emissions arise from a company-owned diesel vehicle:
- Mercedes Vito (diesel)
- Approx. 10,000 miles travelled annually
Emissions have been calculated using UK Government diesel conversion factors.
- Total: 2.55 tCO₂e
Scope 2 – Electricity
Electricity consumption has been estimated due to the nature of serviced office accommodation:
- Welshpool: 3 desks
- Telford: 8 desks
- Birmingham: 1 desk
Using a benchmark of 1,500 kWh per desk per year:
- Total: 18,000 kWh
- Emissions: 3.47 tCO₂e
Scope 3 – Business Travel
Business travel emissions include employee travel only and exclude company vehicle usage.
Mileage has been recorded and split by fuel type:
- Diesel: 16,609.36 miles
- Petrol: 3,041.3 miles
- Electric: 9,456.94 miles
Calculated using UK Government emission factors.
- Total: 5.59 tCO₂e
Scope 3 – Employee Commuting
Commuting emissions have been calculated using:
- Individual employee commute distances
- Weekly attendance patterns
- Vehicle types (diesel, petrol, EV)
- 46 working weeks per year
- Total: 9.01 tCO₂e
Current Emissions Reporting
As this is the first reporting period, the baseline year also serves as the current reporting year.
Reporting Year: April 2025 – March 2026
| Emissions Source | Total (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2.55 |
| Scope 2) | 3.47 |
| Scope 3 | 14.60 |
| Total Emissions | 20.62 tCO₂e |
Emissions Reduction Targets
CQS Solutions Ltd has set the following targets:
By 2028:
Reduce emissions by 15% to approximately 17.5 tCO₂e
By 2035:
Reduce emissions by 40% to approximately 12.4 tCO₂e
By 2050:
Achieve Net Zero emissions
Carbon Reduction Projects
Completed Initiatives
- Adoption of hybrid and flexible working
- Use of digital tools to reduce travel
- Low-paper, digital-first operations
- Existing use of electric vehicles across workforce
- Efficient use of serviced office environments
Planned Carbon Reduction Initiatives
Employee Commuting
- Maintain and optimise hybrid working
- Encourage EV adoption among employees
- Promote shared and low-emission travel
Business Travel
- Introduce a Sustainable Travel Policy
- Reduce unnecessary travel through virtual meetings
- Prioritise lower-carbon transport modes
Energy Use
- Engage office providers on renewable energy tariffs
- Promote energy-saving behaviours
Fleet Transition Plan (Key Reduction Initiative)
CQS Solutions Ltd recognises that its company-owned vehicle represents a direct emissions source and an opportunity for measurable carbon reduction.
To address this, the organisation has committed to:
Short-Term (by 2028)
Improve vehicle efficiency through:
- Journey planning
- Reduced unnecessary mileage
- Driver awareness
Medium-Term (by 2030–2035)
- Transition from diesel to low-emission or hybrid vehicle options where operationally feasible
Long-Term (by 2035–2040)
- Replace the current diesel vehicle with a fully electric vehicle (EV)
- Align fleet decisions with UK phase-out timelines for petrol and diesel vehicles
This transition is expected to:
- Eliminate Scope 1 vehicle emissions long term
- Reduce overall emissions by up to 12% based on current footprint
- Support wider Net Zero objectives
Emissions Profile Summary
- Employee commuting: 44%
- Business travel: 27%
- Electricity: 17%
- Company vehicle (Scope 1): 12%
A significant proportion of travel is already undertaken using electric vehicles, reducing overall emissions and supporting the organisation’s sustainability goals.
Scope 3 Boundary Statement
CQS Solutions Ltd currently reports the most material Scope 3 categories:
- Business travel
- Employee commuting
Additional categories such as purchased goods, waste, and homeworking may be included in future reporting as data availability improves.
Declaration and Sign-Off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been prepared in accordance with:
- PPN 06/21
- The GHG Protocol Corporate Standard
- UK Government GHG Conversion Factors
This document has been reviewed and approved by senior management.
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