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.
