OTRA Ltd Net Zero Commitment
Organisation: OTRA Ltd
Document Version: 1.2
Effective Date: 26 June 2026
Approved by: Paul Welsh, Owner & Director
Our Commitment
OTRA Ltd is committed to reducing the environmental impact of our operations and achieving
net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or sooner, in support of the UK Government’s Net Zero Strategy.
As a responsible vehicle repair and maintenance business, we recognise the important role we play in reducing carbon emissions
and promoting sustainable working practices throughout our operations and supply chain.
Our commitment covers:
- Scope 1 – Direct emissions from company-owned vehicles, equipment and fuel use.
- Scope 2 – Indirect emissions from purchased electricity and energy.
- Scope 3 – Relevant indirect emissions including purchased goods and services, waste disposal, business travel and supplier activities where appropriate.
Baseline and Measurement
OTRA Ltd has adopted 2026 as its baseline reporting year against which future greenhouse gas emissions reductions will be measured.
We will:
- Measure greenhouse gas emissions annually.
- Report emissions in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
- Review our carbon footprint each year to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Monitor progress against our published reduction targets.
Carbon Reduction Targets
We are committed to the following milestones:
| Target Year | Commitment |
|---|---|
| 2030 | Reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by at least 10% from our 2026 baseline. |
| 2040 | Achieve a reduction of at least 30% in emissions and source 100% renewable electricity where practical. |
| 2050 | Achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, Scope 2 and relevant Scope 3 emissions. |
These targets will be reviewed periodically to ensure they remain ambitious, achievable and aligned with national policy.
Our Carbon Reduction Plan
To achieve these objectives, OTRA Ltd will:
- Improve the energy efficiency of our premises and workshop operations.
- Reduce electricity, heating and fuel consumption wherever practical.
- Transition to renewable electricity supplies where available.
- Improve waste reduction, recycling and resource efficiency.
- Increase recycling rates and minimise waste sent to landfill wherever practicable.
- Introduce sustainable procurement practices when purchasing equipment, parts and consumables.
- Encourage suppliers and contractors to support our environmental objectives.
- Consider lower-emission vehicles and equipment as assets are replaced.
- Reduce unnecessary business travel through improved planning and digital communication.
- Provide employees with awareness and training to support environmentally responsible working practices.
- Offset any unavoidable residual emissions using recognised and independently verified carbon removal schemes where appropriate.
Governance
Responsibility for delivering this commitment rests with the Directors and management team, who will ensure sufficient resources
are available to implement this policy.
The Sustainability Lead will:
- Monitor progress against our targets.
- Maintain annual emissions records.
- Recommend improvements to reduce environmental impact.
- Ensure compliance with relevant environmental legislation.
The Board of Directors will review progress annually and approve any updates to this commitment.
Continuous Improvement
OTRA Ltd recognises that achieving net zero is an ongoing process.
We will regularly review this strategy to reflect:
- Advances in technology.
- Changes in environmental legislation.
- Industry best practice.
- New opportunities to reduce emissions.
- Feedback from customers, employees and suppliers.
Where practical, we will seek continual improvement beyond our published targets and incorporate emerging technologies
and best practice to accelerate our transition towards net zero.
