1. Foreword

    At Clever Centre Ltd, we exist to tackle the climate emergency by helping businesses make smarter energy decisions. Our mission is rooted in reducing energy use, cutting carbon, and supporting the transition to a decentralised, decarbonised energy system.

    We recognise the urgency of climate change and commit to ambitious, science-aligned targets. Our Decarbonisation & Net Zero Strategy sets out the actions we will take to reduce emissions from our operations, supply chains, and the solutions we deliver to customers.

    By embedding innovation, collaboration, and integrity into every step of this journey, we aim not only to decarbonise Clever Centre Ltd, but to empower others to accelerate their own path to net zero.

    Our Commitment

    • Net Zero Operations by 2035 – covering Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
    • 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2035 – tackling supply chain, procurement, and service delivery impacts.
    • Climate-positive solutions for our customers – ensuring our products, services, and expertise directly enable measurable carbon savings across the wider economy.

    Scope of Emissions

    • Scope 1: Direct emissions (fuel use, company vehicles, heating).
    • Scope 2: Indirect energy emissions (electricity purchased).
    • Scope 3: Indirect emissions (supply chain, procurement, commuting, business travel, waste, product lifecycle).

    Our Strategic Objectives

    1. Operational Emissions (Scope 1 & 2)
    • Transition to 100% renewable electricity across all sites.
    • Phase out gas heating and move to low-carbon alternatives.
    • Replace company vehicles with 100% electric fleet by 2030.
    • Reduce business travel emissions by 70% through remote working and sustainable travel policies.
    1. Extended Emissions (Scope 3)
    • Engage suppliers to measure and reduce embodied carbon in goods and services.
    • Implement sustainable procurement requirements across all contracts.
    • Reduce waste by 60% by 2030 and embed circular economy principles.
    • Encourage low-carbon commuting through Cycle-to-Work schemes, EV leasing, and hybrid working.
    1. Customer Impact
    • Deliver measurable CO₂ savings through our VorteXtract heating optimisation technology.
    • Provide energy efficiency training, awareness, and support to help customers reduce consumption.
    • Expand clean technology offerings to maximise customer decarbonisation.
    1. Innovation & Collaboration
    • Invest in research and development to support next-generation energy-saving solutions.
    • Partner with academic institutions, industry groups, and government to accelerate the clean energy transition.
    • Share best practice through workshops, knowledge-sharing, and open communications.

    Roadmap

    By 2025

    • Establish baseline for all Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
    • Publish annual Carbon Footprint Report.
    • Introduce supplier sustainability charter.

    By 2030

    • Achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions.
    • Transition to a fully electric company fleet.
    • Embed net zero requirements in all new supplier contracts.
    • Deliver at least 1 million tonnes of CO₂ savings for customers through Clever Centre Ltd solutions.

    By 2035

    • Achieve Net Zero across Scopes 1 & 2.
    • Achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions.
    • Establish circular economy practices across operations and supply chains.
    • Support customers in achieving net zero through our products and advisory services.

    Governance & Accountability

    • The Board of Directors will oversee delivery of this strategy.
    • A Sustainability Lead will be responsible for monitoring progress and reporting annually.
    • Performance will be measured against Science-Based Targets and aligned with UK net zero frameworks.

    Beyond Decarbonisation

    We recognise that decarbonisation is only part of the challenge. Alongside reducing emissions, Clever Centre Ltd will:

    • Promote biodiversity through green infrastructure and carbon offsetting projects.
    • Support community sustainability programmes.
    • Integrate social value into all business practices.

     

    Conclusion

    Our Decarbonisation & Net Zero Strategy reflects Clever Centre Ltd’s determination to lead by example in addressing the climate emergency. Through innovation, integrity, and collaboration, we will decarbonise our own operations while enabling businesses and communities to achieve a net zero future.

    📄 Approved by the Board of Clever Centre Ltd – April 2025