Ghyston’s Journey to Net Zero
Giant Green Goals
At Ghyston, we're dedicated to reducing our environmental impact and driving positive change for a sustainable future.
Our journey to Net-Zero began in 2021, marking a pivotal shift in our focus. While sustainability has always been important to us, it's now at the core of our business.
Our vision? To be known as 'the South West Leaders in Software with a conscience'. Here is more about our journey
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Our Green mission
Being a technical powerhouse in the South West takes more than delivering exceptional software projects – it also comes with a responsibility to lead by example and care for the planet.
Short term targets
- 100% emissions offset by 2021
- 30% of suppliers to have a Net-Zero target by 2024
- 50% emissions offset via carbon removal offsets by 2025
- 80% of employees use renewable electricity at home by 2025
- 25% reduction per employee in Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions by 2025
Medium term targets
- 50% reduction per employee in Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions by 2030
- 100% of suppliers have a Net-Zero target by 2030
- 90% of customers measuring emissions and setting Net-Zero targets by 2030
Meet our Conscience curators
Mia Harris, Marketing and Social Media Executive
Mia is the Marketing Assistant at Ghyston. Not only does she play a role in the Sales and Marketing team, she is also a member of the Ghyston Green Giants – Ghyston’s dedicated ‘green team’, focusing on all things sustainable and environmentally friendly.
“I’m so proud to be a part of the Ghyston Green Giants. It’s great to be able to contribute to one of Ghyston’s key values of sustainability. Our aim is to bring awareness to issues impacting the environment, particularly those related to tech and the need for green software, whilst also offering tips and support on how everyone can implement small changes to improve their environmental impact.”
Rich New, Account Manager
Rich is a Senior Account Manager and looks after our amazing clients. Rich has a big passion for sustainability, people and technology and runs a sustainability blog in his own time.
“It’s great being part of the Ghyston Green Giants working with such an inspiring, driven and focused team. Sustainability and ultimately change is about educating, providing opportunities, and empowering people to make choices for themselves. We’re not looking for war on peace, but small tangible changes that make Ghyston greener and an even more enjoyable place to work and play.”Check out Rich's blog, Conscious Anonymous >
Helen Anderson, Office Manager
Helen is the Office Administrator at Ghyston, looking after the whole office and making sure everyone has what they need. She is a proud member of the Ghyston Green Giants and leads the charge on tracking and reporting on our waste.
“My favourite thing about being a part of the Green Giants is how passionate and enthusiastic the team are about making a real change; it makes all the difference working alongside like-minded people. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed putting on events for the wider team to educate them on these important topics.”
Talk to us about Green Goals
If you have any suggestions of how we can run greener, or would like us to help you implement Green Software into your business, please get in touch.
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