Ardex Carbon Reduction Initiatives
ARDEX UK had already put in place several measures to reduce their carbon footprint before recently achieving ISO 14064:1 for the quantifying and reporting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and removal.
These included:
- Converting diesel forklifts to electric
- Partnering with a 100% renewable energy provider
- Replacement of energy inefficient lighting with more efficient LED systems
- Promoting the use of electric company vehicles and installation of EV charging points
- Reducing the use of “virgin” plastics
- Increasing the use of recycled raw materials
We asked them to comment on their initiatives and what their successes mean to them, as part of our series of blogs recognising how our industry and SASGO suppliers, are addressing the issues of climate change.
ISO 14064:1 (otherwise known as CEMARS)
"We believe ARDEX to be one of the first companies in the tiling and flooring sectors to be reporting their GHG emissions through this internationally recognized standard."
To achieve this internationally recognized standard, ARDEX UK worked with Achilles (an independent consultancy) to accurately measure its GHG emissions and create positive strategies to manage and continually reduce impacts.
Achilles’ Carbon Reduce (powered by Toitu) scheme highlights the necessary data required which is then measured, monitored and calculated under the ISO 14064:1 scheme. Following successful completion and assessment, executive reports are produced for independent verification.
Solutions to manage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions at source were then provided, with external impartial auditors authorised to verify GHG inventories in accordance with the standard’s requirements.
So, what does it mean to Ardex UK?
David Shepherd, UK Operations Director and Corporate Lead on Supply Chain & Operations, said achieving ISO 14064:1 certification puts the company on the path to Carbon Neutral Status by 2030.
"Against the backdrop of COP26 in Glasgow, we are all know the consequences on the planet of failing to reduce our carbon emissions.
Every company in every sector of industry has a responsibility to reduce emissions with a goal of being carbon neutral. However, before you can act, you must be able to understand those emissions.
Measuring GHG emissions under ISO 14064-1 including company vehicles, business travel, fuel and electricity, water and waste, helps us accurately identify areas of the business where we can reduce our emissions."
