Carbon Reduction Plan
This Carbon Reduction Plan is published in accordance with Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 06/21 and the associated Carbon Reduction Plan reporting guidance.
1. Commitment to achieving Net Zero
Lyndon Goode Architects confirms its commitment to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in line with UK Government policy.
Lyndon Goode Architects is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions across our business operations by 2030. As an architectural practice, we recognise our responsibility to minimise our environmental impact and influence sustainable outcomes through both our internal operations and the projects we deliver.
2. Baseline emissions footprint
Baseline emissions are a record of the greenhouse gases that have been produced in the past and were produced prior to the introduction of any strategies to reduce emissions. Baseline emissions are the reference point against which emissions reduction can be measured.
Baseline year: 2024
Additional details: We have established a baseline carbon footprint using available operational data.
Emissions are calculated in line with government guidance, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and relevant Scope 3 categories.
| Emissions source | tCO₂e |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 – Gas boiler for heating and hot water | 2.97 |
| Scope 2 – Office electricity use (50% renewable) | 0.72 |
| Scope 3 (included sources) – International travel, staff commuting, waste, procurement (partial data) | 103.00 |
| Total emissions | 106.69 |
3. Current emissions reporting
Reporting year: 2025
| Emissions source | tCO₂e |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 – Gas boiler for heating and hot water | 1.47 |
| Scope 2 – Office electricity use (100% renewable) | 0.00 |
| Scope 3 (included sources) – International travel, staff commuting, waste, procurement (partial data) | 96.00 |
| Total emissions | 97.47 |
Clarification of Scope 2 emissions (2025)
Scope 2 emissions are reported as zero for the 2025 reporting year on a market-based basis, as all office electricity consumption, including electricity used for electric vehicle charging, is supplied under 100% certified renewable electricity tariffs supported by contractual instruments.
No offsets have been used to reduce or zero reported Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions. Gas consumption for heating continues to be reported in full as Scope 1 emissions based on actual combustion using the appropriate government conversion factors.
4. Carbon reduction measures
Measures implemented since the 2024 baseline have delivered a reduction of 9.22 tCO₂e (8.6%).
Completed Carbon Reduction Initiatives
- 100% Green Electricity: All office electricity is sourced from a renewable energy supplier, ensuring zero carbon emissions for Scope 2 energy use.
- Company cars: Transition to a 100% electric fleet with all electricity supply from renewable sources.
- Energy Efficiency: Office uses 100% LED lighting, reducing energy consumption for lighting.
- Active Travel: 60% of staff commute by bicycle; 40% use public transport; no staff commute by private car.
- Waste Management: Approximately 43% of office waste recycled; improvements underway; composting of food waste in the roof garden.
Additional measures in effect
- Heating: Office currently heated by a gas boiler; alternatives such as heat pumps or shared district heating are under assessment.
- Suppliers: Locally sourced organic fruit/milk; encouragement of environmental responsibility in suppliers.
- Design: Sustainability prioritised; low embodied carbon materials; minimise greenhouse gases; integrate renewables, EV charging and secure bicycle storage; best practice in heritage buildings.
Future carbon reduction initiatives
To support our net zero target, we plan to implement the following over the next 3–5 years:
- Offsetting of all international travel, which has by far the largest impact.
- Transition from Gas Heating: replace or phase out our gas boiler in favour of a low-carbon heating system, likely an air-source heat pump.
- Staff Engagement: continue to support and incentivise low-carbon commuting, with a view to maintaining or improving our modal shift.
- Digital Practices: reduce travel-related emissions by favouring remote meetings, digital collaboration, and limiting printing.
- Sustainable Procurement: incorporate carbon impact into procurement of office goods and services.
- Improve Waste Recycling: aim to increase our recycling rate to 100% by working with local waste providers and staff.
5. Targets and future trajectory
We project that carbon emissions will decrease over the next five years to 0 tCO₂e by 2030. This is a reduction of 100%.
6. Declaration and sign-off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 006 and associated guidance and reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans. Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard, and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting.
Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements, and the required subset of Scope 3 emissions have been reported in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard.
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).
Signed on behalf of Lyndon Goode Architects Ltd
David Lyndon, Director
Date: 27 January 2026