Net Zero Policy

Introduction: Hack and Craft, a global engineering-led organisation founded in 2012 in Berlin, has embarked on a transformative journey towards achieving 100% Net Zero emissions by 2040. Committed to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility, we are implementing a comprehensive strategy to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Year 1 (2023) - Baseline Assessment and Goal Setting:

• Conducting a comprehensive baseline assessment of our carbon footprint for the year 2023.
• Establishing clear and measurable targets to reduce emissions across all operational areas, informed by benchmarking against industry best practices.

Year 2 (2024) - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

• Implementing energy-efficient practices and technologies across our facilities, including office spaces and data centers.
• Investing in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.

Year 3 (2025) - Transportation and Supply Chain Management:

• Promoting a sustainable commuting option for employees, such as carpooling, cycling, and public transportation.
• Collaborating with suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint of our supply chain by evaluating environmental practices and sourcing materials locally.

Year 4 (2026) - Waste Management and Circular Economy:

• Implementing waste reduction and recycling initiatives to minimise landfill waste.
• Promoting a circular economy by composting organic waste, reducing single-use plastics, and recycling electronic waste responsibly.

Year 5 (2027) - Employee Engagement and Awareness:

• Engaging employees in carbon reduction efforts through education, awareness campaigns, and incentivised initiatives.
• Fostering a culture of sustainability by providing training on eco-friendly practices and encouraging employee-led initiatives.

Year 6 (2028) - Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement:

• Establishing a robust monitoring and reporting system to track progress towards our carbon reduction targets.
• Regularly reviewing and updating our Carbon Reduction Plan to reflect evolving goals, technologies, and industry standards.

Year 7 (2029) - Biodiversity Conservation and Community Engagement:

• Implementing sustainable land management practices and supported reforestation initiatives to protect and enhance biodiversity.
• Engaging with local communities to understand their needs and concerns and contributing positively through philanthropic initiatives and volunteerism.

Year 8 (2030) - Transition to Net Zero Operations:

• Achieving significant reductions in our carbon footprint across all operational areas.
• Offset remaining unavoidable emissions through verified carbon offset projects to achieve Net Zero operational emissions.

Years 9-17 (2031-2039) - Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

• Continuing to identify and implement new opportunities for carbon reduction and sustainability across all aspects of our business.
• Investing in research and development to explore innovative technologies and practices to further enhance our environmental performance.

Year 18 (2040) - Achieving 100% Net Zero:

• Successfully achieving 100% Net Zero emissions across all operational areas.
• Celebrating our milestone achievement and reaffirming our commitment to maintaining Net Zero emissions and driving further positive impact on the environment.

Carbon Reduction Plan

Hack and Craft has grown into a global entity with a team comprising exceptional engineers, designers, and innovators. Our organisational ethos prioritises technical expertise, experimentation, and impact. With a fervent belief in leveraging technology for a more sustainable future, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ultimately achieving net zero emissions.

Our aim is to achieve Net Zero emissions by the year 2040, with a baseline year of Jan - Dec 2023. We recognise the urgency of addressing climate change and are committed to implementing measures that align with ISO 14001 and PAS2060 standards, ensuring the highest level of environmental responsibility.

Approach:

1. Baseline Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of our carbon footprint for the baseline year of 2023. This assessment will include Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, covering direct and indirect emissions associated with our operations, supply chain, and business activities.
2. Setting Targets: Establish clear and measurable targets to reduce emissions across all operational areas. These targets will be informed by benchmarking against industry best practices and aligned with our Net Zero 2040 goal.
3. Energy Efficiency: Implement energy-efficient practices and technologies across our facilities, including office spaces and data centres. This will involve investing in renewable energy sources, optimising heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and promoting energy conservation among employees.
4. Transportation: Promote sustainable commuting options for employees, such as carpooling, cycling, or public transportation. Explore opportunities to electrify our fleet of vehicles and encourage remote work where feasible to reduce transportation-related emissions.
5. Supply Chain Management: Collaborate with suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint of our supply chain. This will involve evaluating suppliers based on their environmental practices, sourcing materials locally where possible, and incentivising sustainable production methods.
6. Waste Management: Implement waste reduction and recycling initiatives to minimise landfill waste and promote a circular economy. This will include composting organic waste, reducing single-use plastics, and recycling electronic waste responsibly.
7. Employee Engagement: Engage employees in carbon reduction efforts through education, awareness campaigns, and incentivised initiatives. Foster a culture of sustainability by providing training on eco-friendly practices and encouraging employee-led initiatives.
8. Monitoring and Reporting: Establish a robust monitoring and reporting system to track progress towards our carbon reduction targets. Regularly review and update our Carbon Reduction Plan to reflect evolving goals, technologies, and industry standards.

Conclusion: Hack & Craft is committed to leading by example in the pursuit of environmental sustainability. By aligning our principles with ISO 14001 and PAS2060 standards and leveraging benchmarking to drive continuous improvement, we are confident in our ability to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2040. Together, we can build a more sustainable and liberated future for generations to come.

Baseline Year Jan – Dec 2023

Scope – 1

Given our constrained business operations and processes, and the absence of any owned vehicles, Hack & Craft registers zero emissions within scope 1. Nevertheless, we maintain a vigilant stance, committed to promptly reporting any emissions should our circumstances evolve in the future.

Scope – 2

Head Office – Energy consumption – in tCO2e
3.1061

Scope – 3

Office – Waste – Due to all staff working from home we do not have any wastage currently.
Commute – All staff working from home.
Work From Home – 3.178 tCO2e

Submission Year Jan – Dec 2023

Scope – 1

Given our constrained business operations and processes, and the absence of any owned vehicles, Hack & Craft registers zero emissions within scope 1. Nevertheless, we maintain a vigilant stance, committed to promptly reporting any emissions should our circumstances evolve in the future.

Scope – 2

Head Office – Energy consumption – in tCO2e
3.1061

Scope – 3

Office – Waste – Due to all staff working from home we do not have any wastage currently.
Commute – All staff working from home.
Work From Home – 3.178 tCO2e

Declaration and Sign Off

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance and reporting standards for Carbon Reduction Plans.

Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard ¹ and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting. ²

Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements, and the required subset of Scope 3 emissions have been reported in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard. ³

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).

Signed:

Henry G McCarney, Managing Director
Date: 22nd April 2024