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Here to Support NHS Suppliers

From 2030, the NHS will only work with suppliers that have published net-zero targets. More broadly, policies like PPN 06/20 and 06/21, along with the Health and Care Act, are driving the need for stronger GHG accounting. For suppliers that haven’t yet taken action, the clock is ticking. But in a time of competing priorities and limited capacity, it can be hard to know where to start.

SmartCarbon has partnered with the NHS, its Trusts, and its suppliers to create tools and training designed specifically for NHS suppliers. Whether you’re just beginning your net-zero journey or looking to strengthen your existing approach, we’re here to help.

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We offer services in:

  • Two-day accredited CPD course in climate science and carbon accounting
  • Workshops for NHS suppliers on carbon measurement, reporting, and reduction strategies
  • Webinars on why supply chain companies need to support NHS goals, and how leaders can respond to the climate and health crisis
  • Healthcare emissions tracking tailored to NHS Trusts and suppliers
  • Free SmartCarbon Lite accounts for NHS suppliers
  • Guidance on data collection, analysis, and GHG Protocol alignment
  • Carbon reduction planning, target setting, and tracking
  • Bespoke consultancy to support specific needs

Key Challenges in Supplier Decarbonisation: Time, Skills, and Risk

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TIME PRESSURE

With economic volatility, political uncertainty, and the daily demands of running a business, many suppliers are already stretched thin. Finding the time for tasks like carbon data collection and target setting can feel near impossible.

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SKILLS GAP

Even if the resources are there, many suppliers lack the in-house expertise to create a robust carbon reduction plan or develop net-zero targets that meet NHS requirements.

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FINANCIAL RISK

Suppliers are hesitant to invest in decarbonisation without certainty around future NHS contracts. The risk of committing resources without a guaranteed return is a major barrier to action.