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Our Sustainability Commitment Next Steps: 2025-2027

2025

2026

2027

Remove forklift trucks using fossil fuels from our operation

Achieve carbon neutrality

Science-Based Targets (SBTi) validation

Complete the circular economy process for end-of-life bitumen membranes

2030

2029

2028

environmental, social, and business outcomes. Through collaboration with our colleagues, supply chain and customers, Garland UK will continue to embed sustainability into all areas of the business, ensuring long-term value for the communities we serve.

As Garland UK continues to advance its sustainability journey, 2025–2026 will focus on building upon the strong foundations established to date. Across all three pillars, Carbon, Resource Efficiency & Waste, and People, the organisation remains committed to taking practical, science-based actions that deliver meaningful

Achieve zero avoidable waste

Achieve zero avoidable waste to landfill

Evaluate supply chain for areas of non-compliance and support suppliers who are investing in renewable energy

Key priorities for 2025–2027 include:

Scope 1, 2 & 3

Scope 1 & 2

Scope 3

waste providers to identify improved waste management options.

Using 2023 as the baseline year, Garland UK will aim to offset Scope 1 and 2 emissions and set a Science Based Target (SBTi). Investigate, model and trial feasible carbon reduction scenarios to identify future emissions reduction opportunities. Collaborate with freight providers to explore low-carbon transport alternatives and optimise logistics. Prioritise waste prevention and recycling ahead of energy recovery, while continuing to engage with

Begin collecting employee wellbeing and diversity data to inform ongoing improvements in workplace culture. Strengthen supplier engagement on sustainability by raising awareness of Garland’s commitments. Review supplier questionnaire responses internally and identify how insights can be used to further support Garland’s sustainability objectives.

As we move into the next phase of our sustainability journey, our focus remains on meaningful action, continual improvement, and working closely with our people, customers, and supply chain to drive real progress. By staying transparent and accountable, we will ensure Garland UK continues to deliver long-term, positive impact. Mark Fisher General Manager, Employee-owner since 2009

Garland UK

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