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<p>In the guide we compare the strengths, weaknesses and approach to target setting, reporting and carbon offsets of the most commonly used sustainability frameworks.</p>
<p><strong>In this guide we’ll cover;</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>What are Corporate Sustainability Standards</li>
<li>Which Corporate Sustainability Standards should UK businesses know</li>
<li>Requirements of PAS 2060</li>
<li>Requirements of ISO 14068-1:2023</li>
<li>Requirements of ISO 14064-1</li>
<li>Principles of BSI Flex 3030</li>
<li>What are EightVersa’s Natural Carbon Solutions</li>
<li>SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standards</li>
<li>How Ecologi can support your business in navigating the complexities of Corporate Sustainability Standards</li>
</ul>


<h2>What are Corporate Sustainability Standards</h2>
<p>Many organisations worldwide have pledged to meet net-zero Emissions, aiming to help keep global warming below 1.5°C as agreed at COP15. These pledges are important, but they need clear guidelines and frameworks to ensure that sustainability strategies lead to real and measurable progress.</p>
<h3>Why are there Corporate Sustainability Standards?</h3>
<p>A variety of frameworks have been developed to support organisations on their journey to reducing carbon emissions. They help align companies with global climate goals, offering guidance on topics such as resource management, goal setting and reporting. Following these guidelines ensures that organisations act responsibly, and take accountability for their impact contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.</p>
<p>To reach net zero, these sustainability standards must be widely adopted to minimise the risk of organisations participating in greenwashing and contribute to collective global action to minimise the impacts of global warming.</p>
<h2>Which Corporate Sustainability Standards should my business know about</h2>


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<h2>What is PAS 2060?</h2>
<p>PAS 2060 was first published in 2010, it aimed to provide the requirements for achieving carbon neutrality for products and organisations alike. After 15 years in operation, PAS 2060 will be retired at the end of 2025, and superseded by ISO 14068- 1:2023.</p>
<p>The standard provides organisations with a methodology for measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions and allows for the purchasing of carbon credits to offset any emissions that can’t be reduced.</p>
<h2>What are the requirements of PAS 2060</h2>
<h3>Measure</h3>
<p>PAS 2060 requires organisations to first measure their carbon footprint, accounting for all Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as any Scope 3 emissions that constitute more than 1% of the organisation&#8217;s overall emissions.</p>
<h3>Reduce</h3>
<p>Organisations must then create and implement a carbon reduction plan (CRP). This plan should clearly outline specific actions and targets for reducing emissions over time.</p>
<h3>Offset</h3>
<p>After reducing emissions, organisations can then offset remaining emissions using third-party verified carbon credits, these can be carbon avoidance or carbon removal credits.</p>
<h3>Document</h3>
<p>Organisations must document their carbon neutrality initiatives in a Qualifying Explanatory Statement (QES). This should be a public document that includes key information such as the carbon footprint calculation, reduction measures and offsetting activities.</p>
<h3>Drawbacks</h3>
<p>PAS 2060 does not require evidence of continual improvement to the organisation&#8217;s carbon footprint, which can lead to an over-reliance on carbon offsets, as opposed to meaningful reductions in carbon emissions. Additionally, a PAS 2060 application must be accompanied by at least one year’s worth of supporting data therefore, PAS 2060 should not be considered for new clients/projects after December 2024.</p>


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<h2>What is ISO 14068-1:2023</h2>
<p>ISO 14068-1:2023 is a new standard under development by the British Standards Institute (BSI). As mentioned above, ISO 14068-1 replaces PAS 2060.</p>
<p>The standard aims to provide the requirements and guidance for achieving and demonstrating carbon neutrality. Unlike PAS 2060, the standard applies to organisations only and does not apply to products.</p>
<p>ISO 14068-1:2023 is a full international standard that prioritises carbon reduction initiatives. This standard requires evidence that reduction initiatives have taken place before any carbon offsetting is allowed.</p>
<h2>What are the requirements of ISO 14068-1:2023</h2>
<h3>Measure</h3>
<p>Organisations will need to measure their Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions under this standard.</p>
<h3>Reduce</h3>
<p>They will then need to set clear and ambitious targets to reduce their emissions. Whilst purchasing carbon credits to offset emissions is allowed under this standard, organisations must be able to justify why offsets were purchased instead of undertaking further emission reductions.</p>
<h3>Offset</h3>
<p>Carbon removal offsets are approved to offset any ‘hard to remove’ emissions, providing they are less than 5 years old. This standard does not allow for the purchasing of carbon avoidance credits.</p>
<h3>Document</h3>
<p>ISO 14068-1:2023 also requires a carbon reduction plan, which documents the resources necessary to successfully deliver the plan, and the individuals responsible. The continuous improvement of the subject’s carbon footprint is required to maintain a carbon-neutral status unlike PAS 2060.</p>
<h3>Drawbacks</h3>
<p>It could be argued that ISO 14068-1:2023 requires a deep understanding of carbon accounting, emission reduction strategies and value chain emissions. Many organisations don&#8217;t have this expertise in-house and would therefore have to appoint an external third party to support them through the process, this could result in high costs to implement this standard which new and/or small companies may not have.</p>


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<h2>What is ISO 14064-1</h2>
<p>ISO 14064 guides organisations in reporting their GHG emissions and removals. The primary objectives of the standard are to help organisations manage and report emissions, and set and achieve reduction targets. It is a part of the 3 part ISO 14064 standard and applies to any organisation of any size.</p>
<h2>What are the requirements of ISO 14064-1</h2>
<p>ISO 14064-1 is the first part of the 3-part standard, it aims to provide organisations with an approach to measure, report and verify their emissions and offsets.</p>
<h3>Measure</h3>
<p>Organisations must outline which emission sources and activities are included in their reporting however ISO 14064-1 does not require the reporting of Scope 3 emissions.</p>
<h3>Reduce</h3>
<p>ISO 14064-1 does not explicitly require organisations to reduce emissions before engaging in offsetting however it does emphasise the importance of regularly reporting GHG emissions including prioritising emission reductions.</p>
<h3>Offset</h3>
<p>ISO 14064-1 recognises the use of carbon offsets as a legitimate tool for managing GHG emissions however places a strong emphasis on transparency and accurate reporting. ISO 14064-1 allows for both avoidance and removal credits providing they are credible, verifiable and meet recognised standards for offset projects such as additionality and permanence.</p>
<h3>Document</h3>
<p>ISO 14064-1 requires an inventory management plan that outlines data collection and reporting, and regular review of the GHG inventory. Additionally, a comprehensive GHG report should be prepared to detail the organisation&#8217;s emissions and purchased offsets.</p>
<h3>Drawbacks</h3>
<p>ISO 14064-1 also requires a comprehensive understanding of GHG accounting. This standard is largely focused on reporting, as opposed to action. There is no mandated emission reduction meaning organisations can meet emission targets through purchasing offsets alone, limiting the overall impact on global climate change mitigation.</p>


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<h2>What is BSI Flex 3030</h2>
<p>BSI Flex 3030 is a set of principles that can support organisations in meeting the requirements of other initiatives such as the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). BSI Flex was developed with small businesses in mind and is primarily for use by SMEs with between 5-250 employees.</p>
<p>BSI Flex 3030 is also designed to work alongside formal management systems such as ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) or BS EN ISO 50001 (Energy Management). It provides high-level principles and a framework for an organisation to deliver a transition to net zero. It covers how organisations can measure their GHG baseline, set reduction targets and create a credible pathway to net zero, it does not, however, cover how to develop and maintain a formal carbon or net-zero management system which highlights its position as a high-level framework to support organisations at the start of the carbon management journey.</p>


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<h2>Natural Carbon Solutions, Eight Versa</h2>
<p>The purpose of Natural Carbon Solutions (NCS) is to provide businesses with a transparent way to measure, verify and evidence carbon reduction efforts. This standard covers organisations, products and events.</p>
<h2>What are the requirements of Natural Carbon Solutions (NCS)</h2>
<h3>Measure</h3>
<p>Under the NCS accreditation, organisations must complete a detailed assessment of all GHG emissions associated with the organisation/product/event being measured.</p>
<h3>Reduce</h3>
<p>NSC prioritises the reduction of emissions before any offsetting activities. The framework includes setting specific and measurable carbon reduction targets.</p>
<h3>Offset</h3>
<p>Offsetting emissions is considered a valid step in the journey to net-zero but only after all efforts to reduce emissions have been made. Currently, both avoidance and removal credits can be purchased to compensate for any unavoidable emissions; however looking to the future, it is likely only removal credits will be approved under this accreditation.</p>
<h3>Document</h3>
<p>Organisations must implement a carbon reduction plan outlining the strategies and actions required to reduce their carbon footprint. If the organisation is using carbon offsets detailed documentation must be provided evidencing the chosen project is of high quality and environmental integrity.</p>
<h3>Drawbacks</h3>
<p>Although this accreditation emphasises the importance of carbon reduction, there are no mandatory reduction targets in place, this could result in some organisations relying on offsets to reach net-zero.</p>


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<h2>SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard</h2>
<p>The purpose of the SBTi Corporate net-zero Standard is to guide companies in setting credible and measurable targets to achieve net-zero emissions. The Corporate net-zero Standard is suitable for any organisation but is particularly useful for those with large, complex operations and significant carbon emissions to ensure they commit to credible, science-based emission reduction targets.</p>
<h2>What are the requirements of the SBTi CZS</h2>
<h3>Measure</h3>
<p>Under the SBTi standard, companies are required to measure and record their Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.</p>
<h3>Reduce</h3>
<p>The standard requires organisations to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 90-95% by 2050 or earlier across Scopes 1, 2 and 3.</p>
<h3>Offset</h3>
<p>The STBi emphasises that companies must prioritise real emissions reductions and offsetting is only permitted for unavoidable emissions. The SBTi only allows for carbon removal offsets providing they do not form part of any near-term carbon reduction targets for organisations.</p>
<h3>Document</h3>
<p>Organisations are to document near-term (5-10 years) emission reduction targets including the percentage reduction and target years in addition to long term targets for reaching net-zero by 2050 with detailed plans for reducing emissions 90-95% across all scopes. This documentation will be formally submitted to the SBTi for validation will ensure they are aligned with the science based criteria for limiting global warming emissions.</p>
<p>Organisations must report annually on their emissions and progress towards meeting their targets, they are also required to publicly disclose their targets, progress and emission data.</p>
<h3>Drawbacks</h3>
<p>The SBTi corporate net-zero standard is a detailed initiative that requires a lot of time and resources. The standard also requires organisations to only purchase permanent carbon removal credits, which are typically more costly, and less widely available making this route less desirable and achievable for smaller businesses.</p>


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<h2>Benefits to Corporate Sustainability Standards for your business</h2>
<p>Navigating corporate sustainability standards can be a daunting process, with so many to choose from it’s difficult to know which is going to be right for your business. Understanding and adhering to these frameworks can be of great benefit to your organisation, driving greater transparency, economic benefits and the opportunity to contribute to global decarbonisation efforts.</p>


<h2>Are you ready to take climate action?</h2>
<p>Our team of experts can help your business tackle the hurdles of corporate sustainability standards in the UK. If this guide has inspired your business to start funding climate action, talk to our team today.</p>


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Hopescrolling: The good news timeline

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s not all bad. While there’s a lot of negative news about the climate, let’s not forget the good stuff. Find climate wins, reasons to be hopeful and plenty of positivity in our good news timeline.</span></p>


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Ecologi acquires Net Zero Now

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a landmark move set to reshape corporate climate action, we’re excited to announce that Ecologi, the UK&#8217;s most trusted climate action platform, has acquired <a href="https://netzeronow.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Net Zero Now</a>, the sector-specific carbon measurement and reduction platform for businesses.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The combined entity operating under the Ecologi brand will create a single solution for industry climate leadership towards net zero. The integration combines sector-specific carbon measurement and reduction with world class verified climate projects that supports businesses wherever they are on their net zero journey. </span></p>


<h2><b>The game-changing impact of this acquisition</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The strategic acquisition solves two fundamental challenges in corporate climate action: businesses have been forced to choose between fragmented solutions and generic ‘one size fits all’ approaches that ignore crucial sector-specific needs. By combining Net Zero Now&#8217;s sector-specific protocol expertise with Ecologi&#8217;s platform funding top-tier climate projects, we&#8217;re creating a tailored and complete solution helping businesses lead their industries towards net zero.</span></p>


<p><strong>Reduce emissions.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Measure Scope 1, 2 &amp; 3 emissions with sector-specific industry GHG protocols</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Set short term and long term reduction target emissions aligned to SBTi</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tailored reduction plans for sector-specific emissions pathways</span></li>
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<p><strong>Restore our planet.</strong></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Compensate for unavoidable emissions as you reduce them through</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">funding verified, high-quality carbon avoidance and removal credits</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contribute to global climate goals by funding climate Impact Funds for</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">beyond value chain mitigation and/or as part of your products &amp; services</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Report on progress.</strong></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Corporate sustainability standards e.g. CSRD, SECR, SBTi, CDP, B Corp</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sector specific standards e.g. Accountancy, Hospitality, Public Sector</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Custom climate impact reports and embeddable dashboards</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Communications toolkit for board and stakeholder engagement</span></li>
</ul>


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<p>Neil Ross Russell, Managing Director of Net Zero Now, said:</p>
<blockquote><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Businesses want to take climate action, but they want to know they’re doing it right and what’s right for a restaurant business is not the same as what’s right for an accounting firm.  They need industry-specific guidance and clear pathways to climate leadership. By joining forces with Ecologi, we&#8217;re creating a platform that allows us to provide credible, simple and affordable, sector-specific, end-to-end climate solutions for businesses in our existing sectors and collaborate with industry partners on new sector-led solutions.</span></p></blockquote>


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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The acquisition aligns with Ecologi&#8217;s mission to accelerate business climate action and grow our 24,000 strong customer base. Established sector protocols including hospitality and professional services will be the initial focus with plans to expand across additional industries throughout 2025.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With organisations under increasingly complex stakeholder and industry compliance demands for environmental accountability, this end-to-end solution also ensures streamlined reporting, monitoring progress, supply chain transparency, and voluntary disclosures. This transforms business leaders into climate leaders with the confidence to tackle their climate commitments head-on, communicating and meeting critical regulatory requirements like SECR, CSRD and SBTi.</span></p>


<h2><b>More about Net Zero Now</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Founded in 2021, Net Zero Now has developed a proprietary sector-led approach, which combines climate expertise alongside the sector knowledge and experience of relevant industry bodies, industry influencers and larger businesses to reach a consensus around what Net Zero means in practice for businesses in each sector. To date, the company has measured and validated 1.8 MtCO</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">2</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">e lifetime emissions supporting more than 50+ leading brands including Coca Cola Europacific Partners, L&#8217;Orèal, Heineken, Pernod Ricard, Subway, Hard Rock Cafe, Adnams, Edgbaston and James Cowper Kreston.</span></p>


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4 hospitality companies leading the way on climate action

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Su</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">stainability is no longer a nice-to-have in the hospitality industry — it&#8217;s a business necessity. With increasing regulatory pressure, shifting customer expectations, and the growing impact of climate change, hospitality businesses are finding that taking action isn&#8217;t just about responsibility—it&#8217;s about resilience. This is particularly evident as 70% of Brits are now actively trying to live a more sustainable lifestyle (Nutritics, 2024), and 44% say sustainability is important in their choice of venue to visit (Morning Advertiser, 2023). From tackling food waste to cutting carbon emissions, the sector is facing both challenges and opportunities to drive meaningful change.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At the heart of this transformation is the food system. The hospitality industry relies on farming—a sector responsible for nearly 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions and one that is increasingly vulnerable to climate disruption. Rising temperatures, unpredictable weather, and supply chain instability are already affecting food availability and costs, making sustainability not just an ethical priority but a commercial imperative. This is reflected in consumer behavior, with 47% of consumers wanting more information about carbon footprints on menus, and 41% saying this information would influence their order (CGA Strategy, 2023).</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fortunately, forward-thinking hospitality businesses are stepping up, driven by clear market demand—34% of UK pub and restaurant goers are prepared to spend more in venues with strong sustainability credentials, increasing to 47% for Gen Z and Millennials (Sustainability Beat, 2023). This generational shift is significant, with consumers aged 18-34 being nearly twice as likely to pay more for sustainability than those aged 55+ (WaterAid, 2023).</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As the food and beverage industry awakens to its environmental responsibilities, and with climate change threatening to fundamentally disrupt global food security, restaurants and food service enterprises are stepping up to take meaningful climate action. These pioneering businesses are demonstrating how sustainability can enhance business performance while making a positive environmental impact, even as they navigate the unique challenges of being both a contributor to and victim of climate change.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Read about four hospitality companies that are championing climate action, and explore how they are turning environmental challenges into business opportunities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether it&#8217;s engaging employees, measuring carbon footprints, or developing new sustainable service offerings, these venues are setting the standard for a greener future in hospitality.</span></p>
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<li><b>Hawksmoor: Leading Sustainability in Fine Dining</b></li>
<li><b>Freemans Event Partners: Pioneering Sustainable Event Catering</b></li>
<li><b>Lisini Pub Co: Family Legacy Meets Sustainable Innovation</b></li>
<li><b>The Assemblies: Pioneering Sustainable Hospitality in Bristol</b></li>
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<h2><b>Hawksmoor: leading sustainability in fine dining</b></h2>
<p><strong>Key Improvements:</strong></p>
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<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Achieved B Corp certification in September 2022</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Comprehensive review of operational sustainability across all locations</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Implementation of energy reduction initiatives</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Enhanced waste management systems</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Water conservation measures</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Integration of sustainability into staff training programs</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hawksmoor&#8217;s journey exemplifies how restaurant groups can lead in sustainability within the hospitality sector. Their comprehensive approach includes setting ambitious net-zero targets for 2030 while focusing on immediate operational improvements. The restaurant group&#8217;s commitment is evidenced by their systematic review of day-to-day operations across their locations in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and New York. What sets them apart is their holistic approach to sustainability: examining energy usage, waste management, and water consumption while maintaining their reputation for quality dining. Their structured approach to employee engagement includes a two-day intensive induction program that emphasises sustainability, making it a core part of their culture.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ellie Besley-Gould, Head of Purpose at Hawksmoor, said:</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We&#8217;ve been heavily involved with the Sustainable Restaurant Association since about 12 years ago&#8230; It&#8217;s a really important area for us to be stepping up the work in, looking at how we can inspire change.</span></p></blockquote>


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<h2><strong>Freemans Event Partners: pioneering sustainable event catering</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Key Improvements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Achieved 38.4% reduction in emissions compared to projections</li>
<li>Implemented innovative &#8220;Zero Zone&#8221; testing area</li>
<li>Introduced shuttle buggies for reduced transport emissions</li>
<li>Deployed hybrid power generators</li>
<li>Established carbon menu labelling</li>
<li>Enhanced waste management through compostable solutions</li>
</ul>
<p>Freemans Event Partners&#8217; journey demonstrates how large-scale event catering can embrace sustainability without compromising service quality. Their innovative approach at the British Grand Prix showcases their commitment to reducing environmental impact in high-pressure environments. The company&#8217;s dedication is evidenced by exceeding their initial 5% emissions reduction target and implementing a groundbreaking &#8220;Zero Zone&#8221; area for testing new sustainability initiatives. What sets them apart is their data-driven approach to sustainability: measuring and analysing emissions across all aspects of their operation, from food stalls to logistics and waste management.</p>
<p>Richard West, Sustainability Manager at Freemans Event Partners, said:</p>
<blockquote><p>Through partnering we&#8217;ve realised that collaboration is key to making lasting and impactful environmental changes in the events catering industry. The process has been much more straightforward than we thought it would be and we look forward to setting even bigger reductions targets as we go forward.</p></blockquote>


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<h2>Lisini Pub Co: family legacy meets sustainable innovation</h2>
<p><strong>Key Improvements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Reduced scope 1 and 2 emissions by 48% through renewable electricity</li>
<li>Won the Flor de Cana Rum Sustainability Award</li>
<li>Achieved lowest electricity demand in 10 years</li>
<li>Implemented LED lighting and sensor systems</li>
<li>Launched biodiversity project at Dalziel Park</li>
<li>Developed sustainable kitchen practices and menu innovation</li>
<li>Created venue-specific green teams</li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lisini Pub Co&#8217;s journey demonstrates how family-owned hospitality businesses can transform their environmental impact while preserving their heritage. Their comprehensive approach combines traditional Scottish hospitality with modern sustainability practices across their venues, including the historic Angels hotel in Uddingston. What sets them apart is their innovative approach to sustainability: implementing competitive green teams across venues, achieving dramatic emissions reductions, and maintaining their commitment to quality service. Their structured approach includes both operational improvements and employee engagement, making sustainability a core part of their 45-year family legacy.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Siobhan Edwards, Director Lisini Pub Group, said:</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It&#8217;s not until we&#8217;ve been working in the last year that we&#8217;ve really truly understood our carbon footprint. It&#8217;s the right thing to do, it&#8217;s the right thing for our customers, for our planet, for the environment, and actually it saves us money at the same time.</span></p></blockquote>


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<h2><strong>The Assemblies: Pioneering Sustainable Hospitality in Bristol</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Key Improvements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Established 100-mile radius local sourcing policy</li>
<li>Implemented full venue LED lighting systems</li>
<li>Introduced reusable cups for music events</li>
<li>Developed nose-to-tail food waste reduction policy</li>
<li>Created vegetarian menu options to reduce emissions</li>
<li>Enhanced supplier partnerships for sustainability</li>
<li>Achieved an impressive 3-star rating in the Food Made Good Standard, scoring 92% overall and 91% specifically in environmental practices</li>
</ul>
<p>The Assemblies&#8217; journey showcases how urban hospitality venues can lead in sustainability while building strong community connections. Since their inception in 2009, they&#8217;ve demonstrated that local sourcing and environmental responsibility can coexist with business success. What sets them apart is their data-driven approach to sustainability: analysing carbon ratings, implementing local sourcing policies, and creating innovative menu solutions. Their comprehensive strategy includes everything from sound system upgrades to waste reduction initiatives, making sustainability integral to their operation.</p>
<p>Anna Blightman, Brand Marketing Manager, said:</p>
<blockquote><p>Something that our partnership has allowed us to do, is lay all the data out on the table so that we can actually look at it, and stand to analyse it and understand where we can make changes. If we don&#8217;t start now, when will we start?</p></blockquote>


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<p>As these leading hospitality companies show, meaningful climate action can drive significant business benefits—from stronger customer and employee engagement to enhanced brand reputation and risk mitigation. By taking a thoughtful, transparent, and impactful approach, businesses can pave the way for a sustainable future.</p>
<p><strong>Ready to take the lead in climate action?</strong> Book in a 30 minute discovery call with our Hospitality sector experts and find out more about partnering with Ecologi to measure your emissions, set reduction goals and fund high-quality climate action on the road to net-zero.</p>


	Requires Scope 1, 2 and 3 reporting	Supports the use of carbon offsets	Offsets restricted to residual emissions	Third-party verified	Requires ongoing reporting of progress against targets
PAS 2060	Scope 1, 2 and some scope 3	Yes - avoidance and removal credits	Yes	No	No
ISO 14086-1: 2023	Yes, all scopes required	Yes - removal credits only	No	No	Yes - ongoing reporting is required to maintain carbon neutral status
ISO14064-1	No, only requires the reporting of Scope 1 and 2	Yes - avoidance and removal credits	No	No	No
NCS	Yes, all scopes required	Yes - avoidance and removal credits	Yes	Yes	Yes
SBTi	Yes, all scopes	Yes - removal	Yes	Yes	Yes

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