Baseline Year: JAN – DEC 2002

Introduction: Medline Recruitment, established in 2011, is committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. This Carbon Reduction Plan outlines our strategy to reduce carbon emissions, with 2002 as the baseline year, aligning with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards. Our goal is to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.

Baseline Emission Footprint (2002):

Calculate the baseline emission footprint by assessing energy consumption, transportation, and office operations in 2002.
Obtain data on electricity and fuel consumption, travel emissions, and office waste.
Establish the initial carbon footprint for the organization.

Carbon Reduction Targets:

1. Short-Term (2023-2025):

Reduce energy consumption by 15% through energy-efficient practices.
Implement a green commuting policy, promoting public transportation, cycling, and remote work options.
Set up waste reduction initiatives, aiming for a 20% reduction in office waste.

2. Mid-Term (2026-2030):

Increase the use of renewable energy sources, targeting 30% of total energy consumption.
Upgrade office facilities to meet higher energy efficiency standards.
Enhance employee awareness and engagement in carbon reduction activities.
Collaborate with suppliers and partners committed to sustainable practices.

3. Long-Term (2031-2040):

Achieve carbon neutrality in office operations and supply chain.
Invest in carbon offset projects and nature-based solutions.
Continue improving energy efficiency, aiming for a 50% reduction in total energy consumption.
Encourage sustainable practices among employees, suppliers, and clients.

ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Integration:

Align Medline Recruitment's quality management (ISO 9001) with sustainability goals.
Integrate ISO 14001 environmental management principles into daily operations.
Regularly audit and review processes to ensure adherence to both ISO standards.

Policies Alignment:

1. Energy Management:

Implement energy-efficient technologies.
Conduct regular energy audits.
Encourage employees to reduce energy usage.

2. Transportation:

Promote sustainable commuting.
Establish a fleet of low-emission or electric vehicles.
Monitor and reduce travel-related emissions.

3. Waste Management:

Introduce recycling programs.
Minimize single-use plastics.
Educate employees on responsible waste disposal.

4. Supply Chain:

Prioritize suppliers with sustainable practices.
Collaborate with partners committed to carbon reduction.
Integrate sustainability criteria into procurement processes.

Monitoring and Reporting:

Regularly track and report progress toward carbon reduction goals.
Conduct annual sustainability reports in alignment with ISO standards.
Share achievements and challenges with stakeholders, fostering transparency.

Employee Engagement:

Promote environmental awareness among employees.
Establish an employee-led Green Team to drive sustainability initiatives.
Provide training on carbon reduction strategies.

Conclusion: Medline Recruitment is committed to a sustainable future, aligning with ISO standards and continuously improving our carbon reduction efforts. By 2040, we aim to

achieve net-zero carbon emissions, contributing to a healthier environment and a more sustainable healthcare industry.

Baseline Year: 2022
Baseline year emissions:
EMISSIONS	TOTAL (tCO2e)
Scope 1	Scope 1 – Direct Emissions tCO2e Scope 1 Total 0.0000 No emissions have been identified within this scope owing to the stringent nature of our business processes and activities.
Scope 2	Scope 2 – Indirect Emissions Electricity (Head office & Branches) Gas (Heating type) Water Scope 2 Total	tCO2e 10.3537 0.4253 0.0000 10.7790
Scope 3	Scope 3 tCO2e Waste Generated in Operations 4.2562 Upstream transportation & distribution 0.0000 Downstream transportation & distribution 0.0000 Business Travel 0.0000 Commuting (round trip to location) 133.6061 Work From Home 17.0895 Scope 3 Total 154.9518 Commuting constitutes the primary contributor within this scope, and continuous efforts are underway to optimize, oversee, and regulate emissions within this category.
(Included Sources)
Total Emissions	165.7308 tCO2e

Current Emissions Reporting

Current Year: 2022
EMISSIONS	TOTAL (tCO2e)
Scope 1	Scope 1 – Direct Emissions tCO2e Scope 1 Total 0.0000 No emissions have been identified within this scope owing to the stringent nature of our business processes and activities
Scope 2	Scope 2 – Indirect Emissions tCO2e Electricity (Head office & Branches) 10.3537 Gas (Heating type) 0.4253 Water 0.0000 Scope 2 Total 10.7790
(Included Sources)
	Waste Generated in Operations	4.2562	0.000
	Upstream transportation & distribution	0.0000	0.000
	Downstream transportation & distribution	0.0000	0.000
	Business Travel	0.0000	0.000
	Commuting (round trip to location)	133.6061	0.000
	Work From Home	17.0895	0.000
	Scope: 3 Total	154.9518	0.000
	Commuting constitutes the primary contributor within this scope, and continuous efforts are underway to optimize, oversee, and regulate emissions within this category.
Total Emissions	165.7308 tCO2e
Reporting Year: 2022

Declaration and Sign Off

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance and reporting standards for Carbon Reduction Plans.

Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard¹ and uses the appropriate Government emission conversion factors for greenhouse gas company reporting.

Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions have been reported in accordance with SECR requirements, and the required subset of Scope 3 emissions have been reported in accordance with the published reporting standard for Carbon Reduction Plans and the Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard³.

This Carbon Reduction Plan has been reviewed and signed off by the board of directors (or equivalent management body).

Signed on behalf of Medline Recruitment:

Dr Vasanth Chakilam Date: 01/12/2023

¹https://ghgprotocol.org/corporate-standard ²https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/government-conversion-factors-for-company-reporting ³https://ghgprotocol.org/standards/scope-3-standard