- Increase in carbon footprint from 70.03 tCO2e to 157.22 tCO2e in 2023 (largely due to enhanced reporting)
Uniform Express
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Uniform Express disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 157.22 tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 22.48 tCO2e; Scope 2: 28.31 tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
157.22 tCO2e
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 22.48 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 28.31 tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Changed light sources to LED lighting
- 100% of plastic packaging is reusable or recyclable
- Consolidates orders to reduce packaging
- Uses reusable alternatives to cardboard boxes
- Recycles all cardboard boxes (10,000 per month)
- Sources raw materials for cardboard boxes from certified ‘green’ suppliers
- Plants a fruit tree for every £50,000 spent on cardboard boxes
- Uses minimal packaging by offering boxes in a variety of sizes
- 70% of uniforms from largest five clients are made from recycled plastics
- Sea-freight is preferred shipping method
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase recycled uniform percentage from 60% to 90% by 2025
- Utilize only materials adhering to Okeo Tex Standard 100 by 2025
- Map Tier 2, 3, and 4 suppliers by 2025
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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