In January 2022, we committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030 or sooner and partnered with Carbon Footprint Ltd to help us calculate the carbon footprint of Jones Robinson as a business.
We were delighted to achieve Net Zero status by September of 2022 for our Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as a result of us supporting three world-wide projects, to offset our carbon emissions for 2021. Full details of these projects are detailed further in the article. Our 2022 emissions assessment was finalised at the end of 2023 and we made commendable progress in reducing our carbon footprint for this assessment, compared with our first 2021 assessment. To offset the remaining 2022 emissions, we are actively supporting three impactful initiatives, detailed below, which align with our corporate responsibility with global sustainability objectives
- A Safe Water Programme in Zambia, contributing to providing clean and safe water to communities in need
- In Guatemala, a project to help combat deforestation, playing a pivotal role in preserving crucial ecosystems
- A Wind Farm initiative in Thailand, championing clean and renewable energy sources
Charles Robinson, founder of Jones Robinson Estate Agents, commented, "We are delighted to have achieved net zero and are proud to witness the positive outcomes of our efforts to reduce emissions. It's not just a responsibility for us; it's a privilege to contribute to a sustainable future. We believe in leading by example and hope to inspire others in our industry to embrace environmentally conscious practices."
This significant milestone underscores our dedication to corporate social responsibility and environmental stewardship. By actively participating in projects addressing global challenges such as access to clean water, deforestation, and renewable energy, we are making a tangible impact on creating a more sustainable and resilient future for communities worldwide.
As we continue our net zero journey, we remain committed to exploring innovative solutions, adopting eco-friendly practices, and collaborating with like-minded partners to further reduce our environmental impact, and are encouraging our customers and suppliers to join us in the collective pursuit of a greener and more sustainable world.
We're working with Carbon Footprint Ltd, a Founding Member of the Quality Assurance Standard (QAS) for Carbon Offsetting and this means we can be confident that any project we choose will directly benefit the community it’s located in and will have a positive impact on climate change.
Our total CO2 emissions for 2021 were 153 tonnes, 19.97 tonnes from Scope 1 and Scope 2 and 132.91 under Scope 3.
Our projects to offset our 2021 emissions were:
- Up Energy Improved Cookstoves Programme, Uganda - read more HERE
- Buenos Aires Renewable Energy Project
Our partners, Carbon Footprint Ltd, are one of the most trusted climate change solutions providers in the world and work with a wide range of customers, from small to medium sized companies (SMEs) to global brands and public and private sectors alike, to shape the agenda for environmental and carbon management for businesses. Carbon Footprint Ltd is a family owned and managed business focused on providing climate change solutions who:
• Have been helping organisations reduce & offset emissions for more than 15 years
• Host and manage the most popular carbon calculator on the internet (with over 400,000 unique visitors per month)
• Support around 100 carbon reduction projects around the world and have access to many more
• Were a founding member of the Quality Assurance Standard (QAS) for carbon offsetting
• Are regularly asked by the BBC and other media to provide expert comment on Climate Change Solutions and Carbon Offsetting
• Have provided services to hundreds of organisations including The United Nations, UK Government, Tata Steel, IKEA, Candy Group, Deutsche Bank, Pfizer, Axminster Carpets, Business Link, Winchester University, Rightmove, BMW, DHL, plus many local councils and UK energy companies
