Reducing scope 3 supply chain emissions

Science-Based Targets (SBTs) are greenhouse gas reduction goals aligned with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement’s objective of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. They define the scale and pace of emissions reductions companies need to achieve, including across their supply chains.

As part of our responsibility and impact strategy, we are aiming for 75% of suppliers (by spend) to have set science-based targets by FY2027, covering purchased goods, services, and capital goods.

To support this goal, we are strengthening environmental reporting requirements across our supply chain and actively encouraging adoption of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) throughout our Scope 3 value chain.

As part of our responsibility and impact strategy, we aim for 75% of suppliers (by spend) to have science-based targets in place by FY2027, covering purchased goods, services, and capital goods.

The majority of our carbon emissions come from our supply chain, which is why we are asking suppliers to set Science-Based Targets (SBTs) as part of our shared commitment to reducing emissions and driving meaningful change across our industry.

We encourage our suppliers to:

• Set, validate, and publicly declare a carbon reduction target aligned to a 1.5°C pathway through SBTi or an equivalent approach

• Report emissions data and progress annually

• Work collaboratively with us to identify carbon reduction opportunities and share best practice

• Engage with the tools, templates, and guidance we provide to support decarbonisation journeys.

We understand that every supplier is at a different stage. NG Bailey will provide guidance, templates, and opportunities for training or workshops. We’ll also share case studies and connect you with other suppliers who have successfully completed their SBT journeys. 

Hear from one of our suppliers who’ve already gone through the process of setting and validating their Science Based Targets.

We are a proud partner of the Supply Chain Sustainability School, joining over 120 of the UK’s leading contractors, clients and suppliers in supporting it as a trusted, go-to sustainability resource - for both our business and our wider supply chain.

The School is a valuable learning platform for anyone working across construction, facilities management, offsite and infrastructure sectors in England, Scotland and Wales. It covers a wide range of sustainability and responsible business topics - and best of all, it’s free to join.