A Simple Guide to Carbon Reduction Plans (PPN 06/21) for SMEs

Many SMEs believe Carbon Reduction Plans (CRPs) are only for large organisations. But CRPs are increasingly essential for suppliers seeking public sector work.

Here is a simple guide.

1. What Is a Carbon Reduction Plan?

A CRP outlines:

• Your Scope 1, 2, and selected Scope 3 emissions

• Your carbon reduction actions

• Your net zero commitment

• Annual progress reporting

PPN 06/21 requires CRPs for some public contracts.

2. Why SMEs Should Prepare One Now

• Increasing number of buyers request them

• Helps prepare for future regulation

• Demonstrates environmental responsibility

• Creates competitive advantage

• Builds trust with prime contractors

3. What a Good CRP Contains

• Baseline emissions

• Realistic reduction targets

• A clear action plan

• Governance and accountability

• Transparent reporting

4. Keep It Proportionate

A CRP does not need to be complex.
A concise, transparent CRP is far better than an overly polished one with no real substance.