Carbon Reduction Plan
Salome Care Ltd
Published: November 2024
Our Environmental Commitment
Salome Care Ltd provides supported living services for adults with mental health needs across London and surrounding areas. We recognise that caring for people includes caring for the environment they live in. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact whilst maintaining the highest quality of support for our service users.
In line with UK Government requirements and our values, we are working towards Net Zero emissions by 2050.
Our Current Environmental Impact (2024 Baseline)
As a newly established supported living provider (incorporated August 2024), we are establishing our environmental baseline:
| Emission Source | Estimated (tCO2e) | Our Services Context |
| Scope 1 | 3.2 | Staff travel between supported living properties, service user transport |
| Scope 2 | 1.8 | Energy use in our administrative office |
| Scope 3 | 4.5 | Supply chain including care supplies, food deliveries, contractor services |
| Total | 9.5 | Initial estimate for first year |
These figures will be refined as we complete our first year of operations.
How We’re Reducing Our Environmental Impact
Within Our Supported Living Services
Property Management
- Encouraging energy-saving practices in all supported living accommodations
- Supporting service users to understand and reduce energy consumption
- Working with landlords to improve property insulation where possible
- Promoting recycling and waste reduction in all properties
Service Delivery
- Planning staff rotas to minimise travel between properties
- Using digital care planning systems to reduce paper use
- Encouraging walking and public transport for service user activities where appropriate
- Supporting service users to engage with local communities, reducing transport needs
Therapeutic Benefits
- Incorporating nature-based activities and gardening projects which benefit both mental health and the environment
- Using environmental projects as meaningful occupation for service users
- Creating green spaces at properties where possible
Administrative Operations
- Digital-first approach for documentation and communication
- Remote meetings where appropriate to reduce travel
- Sustainable procurement practices for office and care supplies
- Working with local suppliers to reduce delivery distances
Our Approach Moving Forward
Short Term (2024-2026)
- Establish accurate baseline data from our first year of operations
- Develop environmental awareness training for staff
- Explore partnerships with environmentally conscious suppliers
- Consider environmental impact in all new property selections
Medium Term (2026-2030)
- Review vehicle options as fleet requires replacement
- Investigate renewable energy options for properties where we have control
- Develop service user engagement programmes around sustainability
- Work towards measurable year-on-year emission reductions
Long Term (2030-2050)
- Continue adapting our services in line with evolving environmental best practices
- Support sector-wide initiatives for sustainable care delivery
- Regular review and adjustment of our environmental strategies
- Work towards Net Zero in line with UK legislation
Governance
This Carbon Reduction Plan is overseen by our senior management team and will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant to our growing service.
Responsible Director: Bianca Winston
Review Date: November 2025
Compliance: PPN 06/21 and UK Government requirements
Working Together
We believe that environmental responsibility and quality care go hand-in-hand. By involving our service users, staff, and partners in our environmental journey, we create healthier, more sustainable communities for everyone.
For questions about our environmental commitments or to share ideas:
Website: www.salomecare.co.uk
Email: info@salomecare.co.uk
Phone: 0203 780 2066
Salome Care Ltd – Supporting people, protecting our planet
Version 1.0 – November 2024