Carbon Reduction Plan
Free Guide to PPN 06/21
What is PPN 06/21?
- Public Procurement Note (PPN) 06/21 is a UK Government policy aimed at achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. It mandates that suppliers bidding for government contracts above £5 million per annum must have a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) in place.
- This guide is designed to help your organisation understand and comply with PPN 06/21. It offers a clear, step-by-step action plan for creating and submitting a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP), ensuring that your business is well-prepared to meet the requirements of this essential policy. Whether you are new to carbon management or looking to refine your current practices, this guide provides the essential information and practical steps needed to achieve compliance and support the broader goal of sustainability.
What is required for PPN?
- Commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050
- Submission of a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP)
- Current emissions data (Scope 1, 2, and selected Scope 3)
- Publish CRP on the supplier’s website
Who needs a PPN?
- Government contracts above £5 million per annum (excluding VAT)
- Applies to goods, services, and works
- Includes framework agreements and dynamic purchasing systems
- NHS suppliers for contracts worth above £5 million
- Crown Commercial Suppliers
What should a CRP include?
- Commitment: Clear commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050.
- Baseline Emissions: Record of past emissions and a set baseline. If this is the first report, this is the baseline emissions report.
- Current Emissions: Latest emissions data and comparisons to any previous baseline years.
- Reduction Targets: Goals for reducing emissions
- Reduction Projects: Completed and planned initiatives aimed at reducing your company’s carbon emissions
- Declaration: Signed by senior leadership
Who needs a PPN?
- Assess Emissions: Calculate Scope 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3 emissions
- Use recognised standards and methodologies (e.g., GHG Protocol)
- Set Targets: Define measurable reduction targets
- Align with science-based targets and Net Zero goals
- Implement Measures: Identify and execute carbon reduction initiatives
- Consider energy efficiency and renewable energy
- Monitor Progress: Regularly review and update emissions data
- Use monitoring tools and perform periodic audits
- Publish CRP: Ensure CRP is publicly available on the website
- Include all required elements and update annually
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