Scope 1 and 2 emissions assessment completed: Scope 1 emissions are direct greenhouse (GHG) emissions that occur from sources that are controlled or owned by an organization (e.g., emissions associated with fuel combustion in boilers, furnaces, vehicles). Scope 2 emissions are indirect GHG emissions associated with the purchase of electricity, steam, heat, or cooling. Read more>>
Laser cutting facilities upgraded: Purchase of new fibre laser cutting machine for Swadlincote factory which, in comparison to traditional laser cutting methods, such as CO2 laser cutting, provides exact precision meaning the entire process is quicker, uses less energy, and reduces material waste.
Removal of energy-intensive plasma cutting system: This system produced excess fumes and required and electrodes can be expensive to source.
Carbon Neutral certification received for B.O.S.S. A1: B.O.S.S. A1 becomes IG’s first Carbon Neutral product by offsetting carbon emissions through certified carbon offset projects. Read more>>
Upgraded delivery vehicle fleet to Euro 6 engines: Euro 6 is the latest standard that all new engines must be compliant with. It is particularly targeting nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by forcing vehicle makers to reduce NOx output by more than 55% from Euro 5 standards.
Upgraded all Swadlincote forklift trucks to electricity-operated systems: CO2 emissions are reduced and ultimately improves air quality.
Switch to 85% recycled stainless steel for manufacturing of products: In theory, stainless steel is 100% recyclable. The primary alloy elements of stainless steel, which include chromium, nickel, and molybdenum are all extremely valuable and can be recovered easily when recycling stainless steel. What’s more, extracting these elements doesn’t affect the finished product.
Upgraded recycling and waste facilities within Swadlincote site: IG Masonry Support declare zero waste to landfill and the recycling of all manufacturing materials.
Bulk purchasing of materials: IG Masonry Support begins bulk purchasing of manufacturing products to reduce amount of deliveries to site.
LED smart lighting upgrade: Swadlincote offices and factory benefit from LED smart lighting upgrade. LED’s are reported to be six times more energy efficient than incandescent lighting.
IG Masonry Support becomes Supply Chain Sustainability School Members: Providing employees with access to thousands of online learning resources surrounding various sustainability, offsite, digital, procurement, lean and management topics relevant to the built environment.
The Keystone Group implements Corporate Social Responsibility & Environmental Policies:
Environmental Management System (EMS) obtained: This is an internationally recognised standard that sets out the requirements for an environmental management system. It helps organisations improve their environmental performance through more efficient use of resources and waste reduction.
