Embracing decarbonisation – Measuring CHH’s carbon footprint

At CHH we are committed to using our smart connectivity solutions to secure a more sustainable future. We have now taken the next step on our journey as a responsible and ethical business by starting to measure our baseline GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions. We are working with our consultancy partner Wylde Connections to gather the data we need to develop a robust carbon reduction plan.

 

We are conscious that we are operating within a climate of increasing scrutiny where regulators, customers and wider stakeholders expect us to monitor and manage our environmental impact. We have already drawn up a comprehensive strategy outlined in our 2024 Sustainability Plan. We set out a detailed road map for embedding best practice which included starting the process of measuring our Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions.

 

Measuring emissions will ensure that we are compliant with any future ESG reporting regulations. Yet our commitment is about more than compliance. We want to understand our impacts, gain insight into reduction opportunities and optimise the benefits of being a sustainable business.

 

The baseline emissions calculation will allow us to quantify our emissions over a 12-month period and provide a reference point for tracking reductions in future years. By establishing this benchmark, we will be able to monitor progress, identify emissions hotspots and prioritise interventions that deliver measurable improvements.

 

Comprehensive picture

 

Our emissions will be calculated in accordance with the internationally recognised Greenhouse Gas Protocol, which groups emissions into three scopes:

 

Scope 1: Direct emissions from sources that CHH owns or controls—for example, fuel used in company vehicles or gas used to heat our facilities.

Scope 2: Indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity and energy used in our operations.

Scope 3: All other indirect emissions generated across our value chain. These include emissions from upstream sources such as purchased goods and services, and downstream impacts including distribution, business travel, employee commuting, and outsourced activities.

 

Although Scope 3 emissions are the most challenging to measure, they are typically the most significant. By committing to account for all three scopes, we are choosing to build a complete picture of our environmental footprint that reflects the full complexity and reach of our operations.

 

The process

 

The first stage of the process involves gathering accurate and comprehensive data on our operational activities. This includes fuel consumption, electricity and gas usage, waste generation, business travel, and data from our suppliers. We are working closely with our sustainability consultant to ensure that all data is verified and aligned with the correct emissions factors.

 

To support this work, CHH is using a carbon accounting platform designed to simplify emissions measurement and provide actionable insights. This platform will allow us to identify key emissions sources, track year-on-year progress, and generate reports that will form the basis of our future sustainability communications and disclosures.

 

Once the baseline is established, we will use it to inform the development of a decarbonisation strategy. This will include identifying opportunities to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, enhance procurement practices, and engage our workforce and partners in supporting our environmental objectives.

 

As well as managing our own impacts, CHH is committed to supporting clients in making more responsible choices. Our range of Life Cycle Solutions including maintenance, retrofit and repairs, returns management and waste management supports the circular economy and reduces emissions by keeping resources in the value chain.

 

We will be sharing our baseline emissions data as part of our 2025 Sustainability report which will be published in the coming months. Watch this space.