Environmental Responsibility

Doing the right thing, the right way

We recognise the urgent need to address climate change and resource depletion across the built environment. As a multidisciplinary consultancy operating globally, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact while supporting clients in delivering low-carbon, resilient and sustainable projects.

Carbon reduction plan

McBains is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 for our UK operations. Our Carbon Reduction Plan, completed in accordance with PPN 006 and signed off by our Board of Directors, sets out our organisational carbon footprint and structured reduction pathway.

Emissions are measured and reported in accordance with the GHG Reporting Protocol Corporate Standard, covering:

Scope 1: direct emissions from our operations
Scope 2: energy consumption across our offices
The required subset of Scope 3 emissions, reported in accordance with the PPN 006 reporting standard and the GHG Corporate Value Chain Standard

Our reduction measures include transitioning to lower-carbon office premises, hybrid working, low-carbon travel practices, energy efficiency improvements and embedding carbon awareness into project delivery. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is reviewed and updated annually, approved by our Board of Directors, and published below in line with UK Government procurement requirements.

Carbon Reduction Plan

RM6343 Attachment 2c PPN 006 Carbon Reduction Plan