Publication date: April 2026
Reporting period: 01 September 2024 to 31 August 2025
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1. Commitment to achieving Net Zero
At Catch22, we recognise the urgent need to address climate change and are committed to playing our part in creating a sustainable future. We are proud to announce our goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, in alignment with global targets. Additionally, we will strive to reach net zero by 2045, if possible, reflecting our dedication to reducing our environmental impact and fostering a healthier planet for future generations.
Baseline emissions footprint
Baseline reporting period: 01 September 2020 – 31 August 2021
Our baseline year is currently set for 2020-2021. Due to organisational changes experienced since then, which will be explained in more detail on the report sections below, we will be establishing a new baseline year that will give us a more accurate reference point for our Net Zero path.
Emissions |
Total (tCO2e*) |
| Scope 1 | 324.6 t |
| Scope 2 | 157.9 t |
| Scope 3** | 107.3 t |
| Total Emissions | 590 tCO2e* |
Additional details relating to the Baseline Emissions calculations:
- Scope 1: Fuels (Natural Gas) 324.6 t
- Scope 2: UK Electricity 157.9 t
- Scope 3: Business Travel Air 0.45 t; Business Travel Land 98.62 t; Hotel Stay 8.26 t
Scope 3 limitations on data available during baseline year. More activities within this scope will be reported more fully in future years.
2. Current emissions reporting
Reporting Year: 01 September 2024 to 31 August 2025
Emissions |
Total (tCO2e*) |
| Scope 1 | 107.9 t |
| Scope 2 | 83.5 t |
| Scope 3** | 252.1 t |
| Total Emissions | 443.5 tCO2e* |
Additional details relating to the current emissions calculations:
- Scope 1: Fuels (Natural Gas) 100.4 t; Owned Vehicles 7.5 t
- Scope 2: UK Electricity 83.5 t
- Scope 3: Business Travel Air 9.2 t; Business Travel Land 224.3 t; Hotel Stay 9.7 t; Managed Assets (Vehicles) 7.5 t; Water Supply 0.7 t; Water Treatment 0.6 t; Homeworking 0.1 t
*tCO2e stands for tonnes (t) of carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent (e). “Carbon dioxide equivalent” is a standard unit for counting greenhouse gas emissions regardless of whether they’re from carbon dioxide or another gas, such as methane.
3. Carbon reduction actions
Catch22 has begun implementing initiatives to support strategies aimed at meeting Science Based Targets. These efforts also focus on driving cultural change and creating meaningful impact through service delivery. The table below outlines the details.
- Retrofitted our London head office with LED lighting, delivering an estimated 60% reduction in electricity use and cost.
- Continued with our 100% green electricity tariff with SSE across 14 operational delivery sites.
- Sustainability Champions and senior staff (16 in total) completed Carbon Literacy Training, and we are now developing a bespoke Catch22 Carbon Literacy programme to launch next year for employees.
- 1088 clients took part in our Energise programme, a Shell-funded 4-week pre-employment programme focused on the Net Zero / Green Jobs Market.
- 324 clients progressed into full‑time employment and came off benefits, with 22% entering roles classed as Green or Net Zero. Shell highlighted this work in the New Statesman (July 2025).
- During summer 2025, we launched a new environmental education programme at one of our Include Schools in Lowestoft, using an interactive game with an activity book, outdoor mat, and curriculum-aligned activities to build environmental awareness, connection with nature, and support children’s wellbeing.
- We continue to improve our waste and recycling facilities. Our three central offices have now been upgraded, and staff awareness has increased through clearer guidance and on-site engagement. Rollout to additional sites is underway, with further improvements planned.
- We continue to promote sustainable travel across Catch22 by offering our low‑emission Car Salary Sacrifice scheme and the Cycle to Work scheme. These benefits support staff to reduce their travel emissions while providing more affordable, environmentally friendly commuting options.
4. Declaration and sign off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance and reporting standard 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 standard1 and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting.
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.
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).
Signed on behalf of the Supplier: Nigel Richards
Date: 30th April 2026