In the ever-evolving landscape of government regulations, staying ahead is crucial, especially when bidding on UK central government public contracts valued at £5 million or more. The UK government's Public Procurement Notice (PPN) 06/21, issued on June 21st, 2021, introduces a pivotal requirement for entities bidding on such contracts. By September 30th, 2021, each bidder must be on the path to sustainability and measure their carbon footprint and establish a Net Zero target for 2050.
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Understanding PPN 06/21
Purpose and Significance
The primary objective of PPN 06/21 is to align businesses with the UK government's ambitious 2050 Net Zero goals, particularly focusing on decarbonizing the public sector. The government seeks assurance that businesses delivering high-value public sector contracts have sustainability integrated into their operations.
Compliance Steps
Step 1: Measure
To comply with PPN 06/21, the first step involves comprehensive measurement of carbon emissions. This includes Scope 1, 2, and a subset of Scope 3 emissions. Eight distinct types of emissions must be measured, ranging from direct emissions (Scope 1) to indirect emissions related to purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling (Scope 2).
Types of Scope 3 Emissions
Scope 3 Category 4: Upstream transportation and distribution
Scope 3 Category 5: Waste generated in operations
Scope 3 Category 6: Business travel
Scope 3 Category 7: Employee commuting
Scope 3 Category 9: Downstream transportation and distribution
Measurement and Reporting Standards
Ensure compliance by following specific standards:
Government-published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans
GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard
Use government-published emission conversion factors for greenhouse gases other than CO2.
Step 2: Reduce
The second step involves setting a Net Zero target for 2050. Targets can be absolute or based on intensity metrics such as Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) or revenue.
Step 3: Report
The final step requires detailed reporting on past, current, or intended carbon reduction projects. Illustrate how these projects contribute to carbon reductions against the base year.
Complying with PPN 06/21 is not merely a regulatory obligation; it is an opportunity to contribute to the broader sustainability goals. Businesses that embrace this challenge position themselves as leaders in environmental responsibility, potentially influencing the bidding process positively.
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