Commitment to achieving Net Zero
Slowdutch Studio Limited is committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 at the latest, in line with the UK Government's legally binding target under the Climate Change Act 2008 (as amended).
As a small, remote-first technology consultancy, we recognise that our carbon footprint is inherently low relative to larger organisations. Nevertheless, we are committed to understanding, measuring, and continuously reducing our emissions, and to embedding environmental responsibility into our business operations and supply chain decisions.
Baseline emissions footprint
Baseline year: Financial Year 2025/26 · Organisation size: 2 employees · Operating model: Fully remote — no company office premises
Emissions by scope
| Scope | Description | Estimated annual emissions |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions (company-owned vehicles, gas) | 0 tCO₂e — no company vehicles or premises |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased energy at office premises | 0 tCO₂e — no company premises; staff work from home |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions (home energy, business travel, supply chain) | ~1.2 tCO₂e (estimated) |
| Total | ~1.2 tCO₂e |
Scope 3 breakdown (estimated)
| Source | Estimated emissions |
|---|---|
| Home working energy use (2 staff, partial attribution) | ~0.8 tCO₂e |
| Business travel (occasional rail, minimal road) | ~0.2 tCO₂e |
| Air travel | ~0.1 tCO₂e |
| Purchased goods and services (hardware, software) | ~0.1 tCO₂e |
| Total Scope 3 | ~1.2 tCO₂e |
All figures are estimated using DEFRA conversion factors (2024). Slowdutch Studio Limited commits to formalising its emissions measurement process during 2026/27.
Emissions reduction targets
| Target | Detail |
|---|---|
| Net Zero by 2050 | In line with UK Government target |
| 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030 | Against 2025/26 baseline |
| Formalised emissions reporting by 2027 | Annual carbon accounting introduced |
Carbon reduction measures
Already in place
Remote-first operations. Our fully remote working model eliminates daily commuting for all staff, avoiding an estimated 2–4 tCO₂e per year compared to an equivalent office-based operation.
Low-travel policy. Business travel is kept to a minimum. Where meetings can be conducted effectively by video call, this is the default. Rail travel is preferred over air or private car where in-person attendance is required.
Cloud-based infrastructure. Our technology services run on AWS, which has committed to powering its operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025 and achieving net zero by 2040.
Paperless operations. All internal and client-facing documentation is managed digitally. We do not maintain physical document archives and do not use postal communications as a default.
Energy-efficient hardware. Staff are encouraged to use energy-efficient devices and adopt power-saving settings on all equipment. Hardware is replaced only when necessary and disposed of responsibly via certified e-waste recyclers.
Planned measures (2026–2030)
| Measure | Target date |
|---|---|
| Formalise annual GHG emissions measurement and reporting | April 2027 |
| Introduce green procurement criteria for technology suppliers and subcontractors | April 2027 |
| Offset any remaining unavoidable emissions through verified carbon offset schemes (e.g. Gold Standard) | 2028 |
| Achieve verified carbon neutral status for business travel | 2029 |
Declarations
Net Zero commitment. Slowdutch Studio Limited confirms its commitment to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Emissions reduction. Slowdutch Studio Limited confirms it is taking active steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions over time, with a target of a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030 against our 2025/26 baseline.
Supply chain. Slowdutch Studio Limited will, where reasonably practicable, give preference to suppliers and partners who are themselves committed to reducing their environmental impact and achieving Net Zero.
Compliance. This Carbon Reduction Plan has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of PPN 06/21 (Tackling Climate Change through Public Procurement) and meets the reporting standard required for contracts above £5 million threshold — adopted voluntarily as best practice for contracts below this threshold.
Sign-off
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and approved by the Director of Slowdutch Studio Limited and represents a genuine and accurate statement of our current emissions profile and reduction commitments.
Henry Agyei
Director, Slowdutch Studio Limited
April 2026
This Carbon Reduction Plan will be reviewed annually and updated to reflect actual measured emissions data as our reporting capability matures.