Our Net Zero Commitment

At Pathways Community Interest Company, we believe that improving health and wellbeing must go hand in hand with protecting the environment.

At Pathways Community Interest Company, we know climate change directly affects people’s health, livelihoods and quality of life. That’s why we’re taking action, embedding sustainability into everything we do and reducing our environmental impact while supporting healthier, stronger communities. With a commitment to reach Net Zero by 2040, we’re playing our part in tackling health inequalities and creating a more sustainable future for the people we serve.

Why Net Zero Matters to us?

As a community-based provider delivering work, health and wellbeing services we recognise our responsibility to:

  • Reduce our environmental impact
  • Support sustainable communities
  • Align with NHS and UK Net Zero ambitions
  • Contribute to local climate goals across Greater Manchester

Our commitment reflects our wider organisational values of excellence, innovation, partnership and empowerment.

What We Are Doing

We are taking practical, measurable steps to reduce our carbon footprint across all areas of our work.

Reducing Travel Emissions

  • Digital-first service delivery
  • Reduced business mileage
  • Encouraging active travel 
  • Virtual meetings as default where appropriate

Energy Efficiency

  • Transitioned to renewable electricity tariffs
  • Reducing paper use through digital systems
  • Promoting responsible energy use in all locations

Sustainable Procurement

  • Environmental criteria included in purchasing decisions
  • Working with suppliers who share our sustainability values
  • Reducing waste 

Smarter Digital Working

  • Streamlined digital systems to reduce duplication
  • Cloud-based platforms to minimise paper and storage
  • Continuous review of digital carbon impact

 

Our Carbon Reduction Targets

  • 25% reduction by 2027
  • 60% reduction by 2033
  • 85% reduction by 2038
  • Net Zero by 2040

We will measure, monitor and report progress annually, with oversight from our Board.

Supporting Health and Climate Together

We understand that climate action and health improvement are interconnected. Through our programmes we promote:

  • Active lifestyles
  • Community-based engagement
  • Sustainable food growing initiatives
  • Local, neighbourhood-focused delivery

Governance & Accountability

Our Net Zero commitment is embedded within our organisational strategy, risk management framework and continuous improvement processes. We will:

  • Publish regular updates on progress
  • Integrate carbon reporting into governance structures
  • Use offsetting only as a last resort for unavoidable emissions

Looking Ahead

Achieving Net Zero is a long-term commitment that requires collaboration with partners, commissioners, staff and communities.
We are proud to play our part in creating healthier people, stronger communities and a more sustainable future.