Carbon Reduction Plan Guidance for Suppliers

This document is a guide outlining the requirements for suppliers to submit a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) as part of the bidding process for contracts with in-scope organizations. It details the necessity for suppliers to provide information about their carbon footprint and their commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. The guide specifies that the CRP must be tailored to the bidding entity and may include the parent organization under certain conditions. It emphasizes the importance of regular updates to the CRP, which should be published on the supplier’s website and approved by senior leadership. The document also provides a template for the CRP and includes information on baseline emissions, current emissions reporting, and carbon reduction targets. Additionally, it highlights completed carbon reduction initiatives and future plans for sustainability, including renewable energy sourcing and low carbon thermal solutions. The guide concludes with a declaration of compliance with relevant standards and protocols.