Here to Support NHS Sustainability Professionals
The task ahead for sustainability professionals in the NHS isn’t easy. SmartCarbon has been partnering with NHS Trusts since 2020 to help navigate the challenges of delivering Net Zero, providing solutions that drive measurable change.
We help organisations align with NHS Net Zero goals, avoid greenwashing, and implement genuine, impactful decarbonisation strategies that foster long-term sustainability.
We offer services in:
GHG Accounting Platform & Tools
- Healthcare emissions tracking tailored to NHS Trusts and suppliers
- Supplier dashboard integration for streamlined data management
- Free SmartCarbon Lite accounts for NHS suppliers
Training & Education
- Two-day accredited CPD course in climate science and carbon accounting
- Workshops for NHS Trusts on carbon measurement, reporting, and reduction strategies
- Webinars for NHS Sustainability Managers, leadership, and supply chain partners
Consultancy Support
- Guidance on data collection, analysis, and GHG Protocol alignment
- Carbon reduction planning, target setting, and tracking
- Bespoke consultancy to support specific needs
Building Confidence
How SmartCarbon Enhanced Carbon Reporting for Newcastle Hospitals
Newcastle Hospitals were early adopters of carbon reporting, even developing their own Excel-based method for footprinting. However, as GHG accounting best practices evolved, they sought to improve accuracy and align with current standards. With SmartCarbon’s support, they transitioned to a more reliable, GHG Protocol-compliant system, enhancing confidence in their reporting.
What We Did
SmartCarbon provided access to its healthcare emissions tracking platform, tailored to NHS Trusts and suppliers. We also provided consultancy support, including guidance on GHG Protocol alignment, helping to integrate the platform seamlessly.
Results:
43% UPLIFT
A 43% uplift in the Trust’s reported carbon footprint, reflecting the increased accuracy of emissions data.
40% INTEGRATION
Successful integration of 40% of supplier data into the platform, providing a more comprehensive emissions report.
BOOSTED CONFIDENCE
Newcastle Hospitals gained confidence in their ability to report accurately to stakeholders, including the Board, and experienced no pushback. Stakeholders understood it was an evolution and accuracy exercise.
“The Smart Carbon platform is a comprehensive tool that allows us to confidently measure and report our full ‘NHS carbon footprint plus’ across all scopes of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. The team are leaders in the field and have helped us to directly engage with our supply chain to support each other with our shared goal of a decarbonised healthcare supply chain by 2040.”
~ JAMES DIXON, Associate Director for Sustainability | Newcastle Hospitals
Recognised for its work:
Newcastle Hospitals has been recognised for its leadership in the net zero space, winning multiple awards including the Sustainable Partnership Award, International Hospital Federation Award, Health Innovation Network Innovate Award, Celebrating Excellence Award, and a shortlisting for the 2022 HFMA Award.
