Sustainable Construction
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Our Sustainability Commitment
Our Vision
As a social care organisation, we recognise that our work impacts not only people’s lives but also the wider planet. Our goal is to reduce our environmental footprint across all operations and contribute meaningfully to the national and global response to climate change.
Sustainability Targets
We have set a clear and measurable sustainability target:
- 50% net carbon reduction by 2030, and
- Net zero (0%) carbon emissions by 2050.
This commitment applies to all areas of our business including supported living services, domiciliary and live-in care, office operations, transport, procurement, and digital infrastructure.
Our Approach
Achieving these goals requires steady, evidence-based action. We are implementing a structured Carbon Management and Sustainability Plan built on four key principles:
- Measure and Understand – Establishing accurate baselines for energy, travel, and procurement emissions using recognised reporting frameworks (GHG Protocol Scope 1, 2, and 3).
- Reduce and Replace – Actively cutting carbon at the source through efficiency, technology, and behaviour change.
- Engage and Educate – Empowering staff, service users, and partners to adopt greener practices.
- Report and Improve – Publishing progress transparently and reviewing our targets annually.
Areas of Action
Energy Efficiency
- Transitioning all offices and supported living properties to LED and low-energy lighting.
- Installing smart meters to monitor and reduce consumption.
- Ensuring new or refurbished properties meet or exceed EPC Band C energy efficiency standards.
- Encouraging responsible energy use through staff awareness campaigns and sustainability training.
Sustainable Travel
- Introducing low-emission and hybrid vehicles for care and management visits.
- Expanding the use of electric vehicles (EVs) with access to local charging points.
- Promoting car sharing, walking, and cycling for short-distance visits.
- Offering mileage incentives for staff who use green transport methods.
Digital Transformation
- Continuing our move toward paperless operations, including electronic care plans, e-invoicing, and digital HR files.
- Reducing printing and ensuring all printed materials use recycled or FSC-certified paper.
- Hosting meetings and training sessions via online platforms to reduce travel emissions.
Waste Reduction and Recycling
- Implementing waste segregation and recycling schemes in all office and supported living locations.
- Reducing single-use plastics, including in PPE packaging where possible.
- Partnering with suppliers who use recyclable or biodegradable materials.
Sustainable Procurement
- Prioritising local and ethical suppliers to minimise transport miles and support community economies.
- Embedding sustainability criteria into supplier selection and contract reviews.
- Working only with partners who share our environmental values and demonstrate active carbon-reduction efforts.
Awareness and Culture
- Providing annual sustainability training for staff and encouraging practical actions, such as switching off unused equipment and reducing water waste.
- Engaging service users in small, meaningful environmental projects, such as local litter clean-ups or community gardening initiatives.
- Promoting environmental responsibility within all communications and team meetings.
Monitoring and Reporting
Like Care Limited will monitor progress against our 2030 and 2050 targets through an annual carbon assessment, measuring emissions in line with UK Government and NHS Social Care Sustainability guidance.
We will publish an annual Carbon Reduction Report, detailing:
- Total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3);
- Actions completed and in progress;
- Planned initiatives for the following year;
- Any updates to our targets or baselines.
Our sustainability strategy is reviewed by the senior management team each year to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
Our Long-Term Commitment
Reaching net zero by 2050 is a shared responsibility. Like Care Limited recognises that meaningful change requires collaboration — with our staff, local authorities, suppliers, and the people we support. Through innovation, investment, and education, we are building an organisation that delivers outstanding care while helping protect the environment we all depend on.
Together, we will care for people, strengthen communities, and protect the planet — ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.