As we move towards a more sustainable future, Integral Cradles has embraced an all-electric fleet, as part of our long-term commitment to achieving carbon neutrality. This initiative forms a key component of our ongoing environmental strategy, aimed at reducing emissions and contributing to a cleaner, greener world.
All-electric vehicle fleet and charging infrastructure
At Integral Cradles, we understand that transport is a major source of carbon emissions, with road transport responsible for 91% of the UK’s transport-related emissions. By switching our fleet to fully electric vehicles, we are playing our part to address this challenge. Electric vans are now an integral part of our operations, providing not only environmental benefits but also substantial cost savings.
Our workshop facilities are equipped with renewable, fast-charging electrical infrastructure, ensuring our fleet remains on the road with minimal downtime. This investment not only boosts operational efficiency but also reinforces our sustainability commitment by utilising clean energy sources to power our fleet.
Partnership with Carbon Footprint Ltd
To further our sustainability goals, earlier this year we appointed Carbon Footprint Ltd, a leading carbon emission management company. Their expertise is guiding our efforts to measure, reduce, and offset our carbon emissions. By working with them, we have joined a variety of international projects focused on reforestation and carbon reduction, particularly supporting initiatives within local indigenous communities.
This partnership is an integral part of our plan to offset emissions that cannot be entirely eliminated, allowing us to become a carbon-neutral business by 2026. Carbon Footprint’s strategies, combined with our own efforts, are key to achieving this goal well ahead of the UK government’s 2050 mandate.
Driving positive change
Switching to electric vehicles and partnering with Carbon Footprint has brought immediate benefits, including:
- Sustainability: Reducing emissions significantly as we work towards our goal of net zero.
- Cost Savings: Electric vehicles have lower running costs, with savings of up to 49% compared to petrol or diesel vehicles.
- Convenience: With fast-charge facilities at our workshop, our electric vans are always ready to meet operational demands.
By investing in clean transportation and carbon offsetting projects, Integral Cradles is driving positive change, not just for our business, but for the environment. We are proud to lead the way in sustainable practices, setting a benchmark for others in the industry to follow.
To learn more about our commitment to environmental responsibility, visit www.i-cradles.com/social-value-and-environmental-responsibility
