Carbon Reduction Plan

Roots to Rise CIC

Carbon Reduction Plan

Introduction

At Roots to Rise CIC, we are committed to creating positive social impact while minimising our environmental impact. As an organisation dedicated to supporting individuals affected by hair loss, we recognise that sustainability and community wellbeing go hand in hand.

Although we are a small organisation, we believe every organisation has a responsibility to contribute towards tackling climate change. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint through responsible energy use, sustainable procurement, waste reduction, digital working practices, and the continued use of low-carbon transport options.

This Carbon Reduction Plan sets out our commitment to measuring, monitoring, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with our operations. It outlines the practical steps we are taking to improve our environmental performance and our long-term ambition to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2045.

We will review this plan annually to ensure it remains relevant, effective, and aligned with our organisational values and environmental responsibilities.

Baseline Emissions Footprint - Baseline Year: 2025/26

Roots to Rise CIC has undertaken an initial assessment of its operational carbon footprint based on its current activities, staffing levels, and energy usage. As a small community interest company with three staff members, no owned vehicles, and a policy of using public transport for business travel, emissions are relatively low.

Emissions Source - Baseline Emissions (tCO₂e)

Scope 1 – Direct fuel use and owned vehicles 0.00

Scope 2 – Purchased electricity 0.85

Scope 3 – Business travel (bus and rail) 0.18

Scope 3 – Staff commuting 0.22

Scope 3 – Purchased goods and services 0.30

Scope 3 – Waste generated in operations 0.05

Scope 3 – Water consumption 0.02

Scope 3 – Courier and delivery services 0.08

Scope 3 – IT and digital services 0.05

Total Baseline Emissions 1.75 tCO₂e

Carbon Reduction Targets - Target Year

Reduction Target 2028

Source 100% renewable electricity where available 2030
Reduce total emissions by 25% 2035
Reduce total emissions by 50% 2040
Reduce total emissions by 75% 2045

Achieve Net Zero emissions

Projected Emissions Reduction - Reporting Year

Projected Emissions (tCO₂e) - Reduction from Baseline 2025/26 Baseline

1.75 0% 2030
1.31 25% 2035
0.88 50% 2040
0.44 75% 2045
0.00 (Net Zero)

100% Existing Carbon Reduction Measures

Roots to Rise CIC already operates a number of environmentally responsible practices including:

No company-owned vehicles.
Use of public transport (bus and rail) for business travel.
Digital communication and record keeping to reduce paper consumption.
Minimal office energy consumption due to the organisation’s size.
Responsible waste management and recycling where facilities exist.
Local service delivery to reduce unnecessary travel.
Planned Carbon Reduction Measures.

Over the next five years, Roots to Rise CIC will:

Procure renewable electricity tariffs where available.
Continue prioritising virtual meetings and consultations.
Reduce paper usage through digital documentation.
Purchase energy-efficient IT equipment and appliances.
Work with suppliers that demonstrate sustainable practices.
Increase reuse and refurbishment initiatives associated with wig provision and support services.
Monitor electricity consumption annually and identify further opportunities for reduction.

Declaration

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in good faith and reflects the current scale and operations of Roots to Rise CIC. The organisation is committed to reviewing emissions annually and implementing practical measures to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2045.