This Carbon Reduction Plan is made in accordance with Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 06/21 and confirms SQEPtech's commitment to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Supplier details
- Supplier name
- SQEPtech Ltd
- Reporting year
- 2025 (baseline year)
- Commitment to Net Zero
- Yes, by 2050
SQEPtech is a people and technology services provider supporting the public sector, emergency services and high-risk operational environments. Our operating model is mainly digital and service-led, with a low physical footprint.
Baseline emissions footprint
SQEPtech has assessed its baseline carbon emissions based on the activities relevant to its size, operating model and service delivery approach.
Scope 1: direct emissions
- No owned or leased vehicles
- No on-site fuel combustion
Baseline Scope 1 emissions: 0 tCO₂e
Scope 2: indirect emissions from purchased energy
- No owned office premises
- Mainly remote and client-site working
- Use of cloud-hosted systems managed by third-party providers
Baseline Scope 2 emissions: 0 tCO₂e
Scope 3: indirect emissions
- Business travel (limited, mainly rail where possible)
- Employee commuting (hybrid and remote model)
- Purchased goods and services (cloud hosting, SaaS platforms, professional services)
SQEPtech recognises Scope 3 as its most material source of emissions and focuses its reduction efforts there.
Current emissions (reporting year 2026)
Given the nature and scale of SQEPtech's operations, current emissions remain low and stable, with no material increase compared to the baseline. Emissions are mainly associated with essential business travel and the use of third-party cloud and software providers.
Carbon reduction commitments
- Achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050
- Continually reducing emissions in line with government policy and best practice
- Working with clients and partners to support wider public sector sustainability objectives
Carbon reduction measures
Operational
- Mainly remote and hybrid working
- Reduced reliance on physical offices and commuting
- Digital-first delivery of services, training and assurance
- Minimal paper use and electronic document management
Travel and logistics
- Remote meetings wherever possible
- Rail travel prioritised over car or air
- Travel only where it adds clear operational value
Technology and suppliers
- Cloud platforms hosted by suppliers with published sustainability commitments
- Environmental credentials considered in supplier selection where appropriate
- Avoiding unnecessary hardware purchases
Governance and awareness
- Sustainability built into operational decision-making
- Regular review of working practices to find further reductions
- Improving data capture as the organisation grows
Monitoring and reporting
- Review and update this plan every year
- Monitor emissions relevant to business growth and delivery
- Update reduction measures in line with organisational change and government guidance
Declaration
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and approved by senior management at SQEPtech. SQEPtech confirms its commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050 and to supporting public sector partners in meeting their own sustainability and environmental objectives.
Signed on behalf of senior management, SQEPtech Ltd. January 2026.