Environmental Policy

FORLABS – A Division of Forward 2000 (Oxon) Ltd
Effective Date: 03/02/2025

1. Our Commitment

At FORLABS, a division of Forward 2000 (Oxon) Ltd, we recognise our responsibility to protect the environment and are committed to conducting our operations in an environmentally sustainable manner. We aim to minimise our environmental impact, comply with relevant legislation, and continuously improve our environmental performance.

This policy outlines our approach to managing environmental risks and promoting sustainability across all aspects of our business operations.

2. Environmental Principles

Our environmental policy is guided by the following principles:

Compliance: We will comply with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and other requirements related to our operations.
Prevention of Pollution: We are committed to preventing pollution by minimising waste, reducing emissions, and managing resources responsibly.
Continuous Improvement: We will regularly review and improve our environmental performance, setting measurable objectives and targets where possible.
Sustainability: We promote the responsible use of natural resources, aiming to reduce energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation.

3. Key Environmental Objectives

To achieve our environmental commitments, we will:

3.1 Resource Efficiency

Reduce energy consumption by adopting energy-efficient technologies and practices.
Promote the conservation of water and raw materials.

3.2 Waste Management

Apply the waste hierarchy: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
Minimise packaging waste and encourage the use of recyclable materials.
Ensure the proper disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

3.3 Sustainable Procurement

Favour suppliers who share our environmental values.
Consider the environmental impact of products and services during procurement.
Source materials locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions.

3.4 Transportation and Logistics

Optimise delivery routes to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
Optimise purchasing processes to reduce shipments.
Promote eco-friendly transportation options where applicable.
Reduce unnecessary business travel by utilising virtual communication tools.

4. Employee Involvement

Environmental responsibility is a shared commitment. We will:

Provide training and raise awareness among employees to promote environmentally friendly practices.
Encourage staff participation in sustainability initiatives.
Foster a culture where reducing our carbon footprint is part of everyday decision-making.

5. Monitoring and Reporting

We are committed to:

Regularly monitoring our environmental performance.
Reviewing this policy annually to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
Setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets.

6. Legal Compliance

We will ensure compliance with all relevant environmental legislation, including:

The Environmental Protection Act 1990
The Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011
The Climate Change Act 2008
Other applicable UK and EU environmental laws and regulations

7. Communication and Review

This Environmental Policy is:

Available to all employees, contractors, and stakeholders.
Published on our website for public access.
Reviewed annually or whenever significant changes occur within the business or regulatory environment.

Approved by:
Graham Breakspear – Managing Director
FORLABS – A Division of Forward 2000 (Oxon) Ltd
Address: 74 Sandford Lane Industrial Estate, Kennington, Oxon, OX1 5RP
Email: sales@forlabs.co.uk

Date: 03/02/2025