Smith Brothers are introducing more and more green initiatives to help reduce wastage and greenhouse gases within the business. Since the declaration of zero carbon emissions by 2050 set by the Prime Minister, the company thought it was more important than ever to start implementing schemes across the branch network to help reach this goal.
ISO 14001
Smith Brothers has been awarded ISO 14001 certification, a significant milestone that reflects our commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability. This achievement is a testament to our ongoing efforts to improve our environmental performance and demonstrates our dedication to reducing our environmental footprint while enhancing operational efficiency.
Hybrid/Electric Cars
The business has transitioned from petrol/diesel to hybrid and fully electric cars to decrease its carbon emissions significantly. The company has taken delivery of over 50 Model 3 Teslas, with more to follow.
EV Charging Points
Charging points have been installed at all Smith Brothers locations to accommodate our transition to hybrid and electric vehicles. Some possess multi-point installations, such as our Rainham branch (London East), which has six. At the time of installation, this was the largest single charging installation in the area.
Bike to work scheme
Smith Brothers employees can purchase a bike through a bike-to-work scheme, helping to reduce carbon emissions while improving fitness levels and mental well-being through increased physical activity.
Paperless Technology
We use technology for environmental benefit, reducing waste by offering electronic copies. Such advancements decrease our demand for paper, which helps reduce deforestation. While this isn’t always possible, we have installed paper recycling bins at our branches. The online customer portal and the implementation of EDI also promote the use of paperless technology.
FORS Accreditation
Smith Brothers maintains our FORS accreditation status, having received Gold since 2023.
Being a FORS member gives us peace of mind that SBS effectively manages our work-related road risk while demonstrating to our customers and supply chain that our commitment exceeds industry standards.
One of the significant commitments includes the environmental impact of the vehicles. The scheme works closely with local authorities to recommend ways to reduce the environmental impact of our vehicles.
The main areas FORS focus on include:
- Data Tracking
- Fleet Care
- Driving Smart
- Training
- Tyre Management
- Fuel Management
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Noise Awareness