Elis UK are aiming for Net Zero carbon emissions by 2045 on all scopes of emissions*. This major commitment is the next step on a journey to reduce their emissions which started over ten years ago and which has been certified over several years by The Carbon Trust. This goal, part of the Global Elis Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Strategy, is aligned with the United Kingdom government’s ambition to be carbon neutral by 2050.
The business model of renting and maintaining textiles is by nature part of the circular economy and has provided a solid foundation for the company's CSR initiatives. As part of the ambitious 2025 CSR commitments, Elis UK are accelerating their development of innovative and responsible products and services, reducing their environmental footprint and ensuring that they have a positive impact on both people and communities.
Through the business model of designing waste out and keeping material in circulation throughout its life, Elis UK are already providing their customers with a lower carbon footprint option. This new commitment is the natural next step.
Mark, Franklin, company operations director for Elis UK explains: “Our customers are increasingly concerned about sustainability and climate change in their own operations and in their supply chains, just as we are at Elis. Announcing both our intent to attain Net Zero carbon emissions and the timescale we are targeting, makes us the first laundry and textile services company in the UK to make such a commitment. We’re looking forward to working with both customers and suppliers to meet this challenging objective. “
*Scope of emissions:
- Scope 1: Direct emissions in Elis UK operations
- Scope 2: Indirect emissions linked to the energy used in Elis UK operations
- Scope 3: All the other emissions linked to Elis UK activities |