Carbon Reduction Plan
Quick SMS Limited is a carbon negative business — offsetting nearly 14 times our gross emissions through Durrell Rewild Carbon. This Carbon Reduction Plan documents our emissions across all Scope 1, 2 and 3 categories, the reduction measures we have implemented, and our verified carbon offset programme. Published in compliance with PPN 06/20 and the Procurement Act 2023.
1. Commitment statement
Quick SMS Limited is committed to achieving and maintaining net zero greenhouse gas emissions across our entire operations. We have achieved net zero status and commit to maintaining this position indefinitely while continuing to reduce gross emissions year on year.
Net zero declaration
Quick SMS Limited confirms that as at 1 April 2026, our total net greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 are zero — and with 200 tonnes of Durrell Rewild Carbon credits offsetting nearly 14 times our 14.4 tCO₂e gross emissions, we are significantly carbon negative. This is not a future target — it is our current, verified, operational status.
2. Baseline and current emissions
Scope 1 — Direct
tCO₂e — 100% EV fleet, no gas
Scope 2 — Energy
tCO₂e — 100% renewable (REGO)
Scope 3 — Indirect
tCO₂e gross — fully offset
3. Detailed emissions breakdown
| Emission source | Scope | Baseline tCO₂e | Current tCO₂e | Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Company vehicles (now 100% electric) | Scope 1 | 12.4 | 0.0 | 100% |
| Gas heating (eliminated) | Scope 1 | 2.3 | 0.0 | 100% |
| Office electricity (100% renewable) | Scope 2 | 4.5 | 0.0 | 100% |
| Data centre — Rackspace LON5 (REGO) | Scope 2 | 6.2 | 0.0 | 100% |
| Business air travel (DEFRA 2024) | Scope 3 | 9.8 | 6.7 | 32% |
| Employee commuting | Scope 3 | 7.4 | 0.0 | 100% — remote |
| Rackspace LON5 upstream | Scope 3 | 5.1 | 3.5 | 31% |
| SaaS platforms — Zendesk, LinkedIn, CRM | Scope 3 | 0.4 | 0.3 | Minor |
| Purchased goods (DEFRA spend-based) | Scope 3 | 5.8 | 3.9 | 33% |
| Total gross emissions | ~55.5 | 14.4 | 74% | |
| Net emissions (after offsets) | 0.0 | Net zero |
4. Key reduction measures
Scope 1 — eliminated in full
- 100% electric vehicle fleet: All company vehicles converted, eliminating 12.4 tCO₂e from baseline
- Elimination of fossil fuel heating: All locations transitioned to electric heating and cooling
Scope 2 — eliminated in full
- 100% renewable electricity: All office locations on renewable energy tariffs
- Renewable-sourced data centre: Rackspace LON5 operates under REGO-backed renewable energy
Scope 3 — significantly reduced
- Remote-first working policy: Commuting emissions reduced by 100%
- Video-first meeting policy: Business travel restricted to essential visits
- Paperless operations: All offices operating paperless
- Certified e-waste recycling: Zero landfill electronic waste
Residual emissions — offset via Durrell Rewild Carbon
- Durrell Rewild Carbon: 200 tonnes of Rewild Carbon credits purchased annually (Feb 2026) — nearly 14 times our 14.4 tCO₂e gross emissions — significantly carbon negative
- Programme impact: Credits fund Atlantic Forest restoration in Brazil — 217 hectares restored, 434,459 native trees planted, 342 community jobs supported, 84,685 tonnes CO₂ being absorbed across the programme
- Registry: All credits registered in Durrell's purpose-built registry, retired and cannot be resold. Personal to Quick SMS Limited (Customer No. 3021300)
- Price: £32.50 per tonne — 75% of funds go directly to nature. No profit element. Cost-based pricing reviewed six-monthly by Durrell
5. Carbon reduction timeline
6. Reduction progress
Board approval and declaration
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/20 and associated guidance. Emissions reported in accordance with the GHG Reporting Protocol corporate standard. Reviewed and signed off by the board of directors.