As a manufacturer of power supply units for fire and security systems, we have a role to play that goes beyond product performance. Our operations consume energy. Our supply chains carry a carbon footprint. Our packaging, logistics, and manufacturing processes all contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

We are not in a position to ignore that.

We are also acutely aware of what we make: products designed to protect lives and property. That sense of responsibility — which drives everything we do at Elmdene — naturally extends to our wider environmental impact. If we care about protecting the places people live and work, we must also care about the planet those places sit on.

We have set ambitious but achievable targets, grounded in a realistic assessment of our current emissions and a clear-eyed view of what is possible. Our sustainability report sets out those targets in full, alongside the methodology we have used and the established frameworks we are aligning with. A number of meaningful changes are already under way.

• Reviewing energy consumption across our Portsmouth manufacturing and warehousing operations
• Reducing and transitioning our packaging materials towards more sustainable alternatives
• Engaging key suppliers on carbon reduction targets and sustainable sourcing
• Designing products with longevity and end-of-life recyclability in mind
• Optimising our logistics and distribution to reduce transport emissions

We believe in being transparent about our progress. That is why we have published a full sustainability report, freely available to our customers and stakeholders. The report covers our current carbon footprint, our net zero targets, the actions we are taking, and our plan for ongoing measurement and accountability. It is a transparent account of where we are, and a clear commitment to where we are going.

Net zero is our ongoing commitment, and we intend to be held to it. We commit to:

• Publishing regular progress updates against our net zero targets
• Engaging our supply chain to drive emissions reductions beyond our own direct operations
• Investing in product innovation that supports the energy efficiency of our customers' installations
• Being honest about the challenges we face and transparent about where we fall short
• Reviewing and strengthening our targets as our understanding and capability grow

If you have questions about our sustainability commitments, or would like to discuss how Elmdene's products can support your own sustainability goals, we would love to hear from you.