In 2021, we undertook a full greenhouse gas (Ghg) emission inventory for all Hachette UK operations, including those in our overseas territories, and covering our supply chain impact.
Following this assessment, we signed up to the global Science Based Targets initiative, committing to reach net zero carbon emissions by as close to 2030 as possible, and by 2050 at the latest.
Read our Sustainable sourcing policy
Alliance Distribution Services is playing its part in helping Hachette UK achieve the SBTi as follows –
Reducing energy usage
Energy sourcing
What we have done:
- We already use certified renewable supplies via the grid.
Outside of SBTi, Alliance Distribution Services is also committed to reducing physical waste that can cause direct pollution, and to recycle where waste is created.
Reducing materials usage
Plastics
What we have done:
- We have reduced micron levels in pallet wrap to a minimum level consistent with maintaining quality.
- Our void fill is biodegradable.
- Our cardboard is FSC Certified.
Wood
What we have done:
We use Chep and Loscam pallet pools in Australia.
Any other pallets are also re-used in our operations. Any broken pallets are send to our recycling partner and used as a part of making a consumer product.