Pioneering Progress: Aegg’s Commitment to Carbon Reduction Earns Prestigious Recognition
As a leading supplier of packaging solutions, we are proud to announce our recent achievement of Level 3 certification in Smart Carbon’s respected five-step carbon reduction programme. This significant milestone underscores Aegg’s commitment to environmental stewardship and our ongoing journey towards a more sustainable future for the packaging industry.
Understanding the Smart Carbon Five-Step Programme
The Smart Carbon five-step programme is a comprehensive framework designed to help organisations measure, manage, and dramatically reduce their carbon footprint. Developed by carbon management experts, it helps organisations navigate the process of understanding and managing their carbon footprint, aligning with Net Zero goals. The five steps are designed to mark milestones on the journey to Net Zero.
The five levels are as follows:
- Level 1 – Qualified: At least one representative has completed the 2 day Advanced Carbon Course
- Level 2 – Reporting: The organisation has completed a report that meets the principles of the GHG Protocol and includes at least 5 areas of the extended value chain (Scope 3) emissions
- Level 3 – Net Zero Ambition: The organisation has set a Net Zero target and made this public
- Level 4 – Reducing: The organisation is able to demonstrate at least 3 consecutive years of carbon emissions reductions from the established baseline year
- Level 5 – Climate Leader: The organisation is able to demonstrate at least 3 years of absolute carbon emissions reductions, along with specified steps to incorporate climate action within their organisation
Aegg’s achievement of Level 3 signals our successful transition from measurement to action -moving from awareness and analysis to tangible, credible carbon reduction.
Aegg’s Sustainability Journey: From Vision to Action
As Aegg continues to expand, we remain committed to meeting today's needs while protecting the future. We have undertaken a comprehensive review of our operations and pledged to achieve Net Zero by 2050; through initiatives such as increasing the production of right-weighting products and undertaking sustainability audits with our suppliers encouraging them to commit to Net Zero and seek SBTi validation. Because we own our own warehouse and fleet, we can focus on improved process control and reduced environmental impact, and the implementation of a community engagement programme has connected our employees with local environmental issues. Aegg consistently strives to minimise our environmental footprint while delivering exceptional value to our clients.
“Achieving Level 3 in Smart Carbon’s five-step programme is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team,” said Isobel Candy, Sustainability Lead at Aegg. “This milestone recognises Aegg’s efforts to not only measure and understand our carbon footprint but also to take decisive action to reduce it. Sustainability is a core value for Aegg, and this achievement further motivates us to push for even greater environmental responsibility.”
Key Initiatives Driving Carbon Reduction
Aegg’s Level 3 status is the result of a series of carefully planned initiatives, each designed to address specific aspects of the company’s carbon footprint:
- Material Innovation: Aegg has invested in developing packaging solutions that use recycled content and renewable materials, significantly lowering the carbon emissions associated with raw material extraction and manufacture.
- Operational Efficiency: We have implemented energy-saving technologies across our production facilities, from LED lighting to state-of-the-art machinery that optimises power usage and limits waste. We recently committed to a PURE Green tariff ensuring 100% of electricity used is renewable.
- Supply Chain Collaborations: Aegg works closely with our suppliers and logistics partners to streamline transportation routes, consolidate shipments, and favour low-emission transport, reducing Scope 3 emissions.
- Employee Engagement: Regular training programmes encourage every member of the Aegg family to contribute ideas and act in ways that support the company’s sustainability objectives.
Measurable Results
The hallmark of Smart Carbon’s programme is its demand for evidence-based progress. Aegg’s journey to Level 3 required us to demonstrate verifiable reporting in our carbon footprint across multiple operational areas. Through rigorous data collection, third-party audits, and transparent reporting, Aegg has set measurable benchmarks and plans to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Lee Jackson, Managing Director of Smart Carbon said “From Day one Aegg has demonstrated real willingness across the team to understand the carbon impacts right across its value chain The organisation has included emissions measurement from all direct and indirect activities in its report and is committed to making early progress in decarbonising its operations through its commitment to the SBTi programme”
Industry Impact and Leadership
Aegg’s achievement comes at a pivotal moment for the packaging sector, which is under increasing pressure to adopt more sustainable practices amid heightened public concern about climate change and resource conservation. By advancing to Level 3 in the Smart Carbon programme, Aegg is setting a powerful example for our peers, partners and customers across the industry.
Collaboration and Community Engagement
Aegg recognises that meaningful change requires collaboration across the value chain. We actively participate in industry working groups, sponsor local environmental initiatives, and engage with community stakeholders to spread awareness and drive collective action.
Recent community initiatives have seen Aegg forge partnerships with recycling charities and extend our support to the River Waveney Trust through sponsorship.
Looking Ahead: Towards Further Reducing Carbon Emissions and Beyond
Reaching Level 3 is a significant accomplishment, but it is only one step on Aegg’s ambitious sustainability roadmap. We have already begun laying the groundwork for Level 4 (reducing carbon emissions) by exploring further innovations in product design and operations.
“We’re proud of what our team has achieved so far, but we know there is still much more work to be done,” Isobel added. “Our goal is to continue progressing through the Smart Carbon framework, ultimately working towards becoming a Climate Leader. We believe every action counts, and we are committed to our sustainability plan.”
Why This Matters: The Bigger Picture
The packaging industry plays a pivotal role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. As a major packaging supplier to food, beverage, and consumer goods brands, Aegg understands our responsibility to help reduce the environmental impact of packaging at every stage of its lifecycle.
By achieving Level 3 in Smart Carbon’s five-step programme, Aegg is not only reducing our own emissions but is also helping to raise industry standards and inspire others to follow suit. This milestone reflects the company’s broader vision: packaging that protects both products and the planet.
Celebrating Success, Inspiring Change
Aegg’s progression to Level 3 is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation, dedication, and environmental consciousness converge. We invite our clients, partners, and stakeholders to join in celebrating this achievement - and to collectively participate in the ongoing journey towards a more sustainable future.
For more information about Aegg’s sustainability initiatives and progress within the Smart Carbon programme, please visit our sustainability web page.
Together, we can make a measurable difference - one level at a time.
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