1. Executive Summary

TechWyse is committed to embedding sustainability into every facet of our operations. Our approach is to be aligned with frameworks such as B Corp standards. In 2024, and previous years, we achieved carbon neutrality through offsetting. During 2025, we aim to formalise our carbon reduction plan, using 2025 as our baseline data, enhance our data tracking systems, and look at achieving B Corp certification by 2030.

2. About the Company

TechWyse is a managed service provider (MSP) based in Essex, delivering tailored IT support with a focus on service quality, proactive support, and trust for the last 35 years. We operate with a UK based hybrid workforce and serve clients across the East of England and the UK.

3. Sustainability Governance

Sustainability oversight is led by the Operations Director, with annual reviews conducted by the Board. We are members of The Good Business Charter and are actively working to align ourselves with B Corp standards in readiness for future certification.

4. Environmental Impact

4.1 Energy and Emissions

• 100% renewable energy provider for our office facilities in Unit 2.
• Annual carbon tracking and offsetting to maintain carbon neutrality.
• Plans to establish an environmental team by end of 2025 to implement our carbon reduction plan.
• Minimise carbon-intensive travel.

4.2 Waste and Resource Management

• Recycling programme covering 90% of office waste.
• Adopt paperless workflows and digital-first initiatives.
• Preference for recycled, reusable, and energy-efficient products
• Investigate options for circular computing for reusable IT equipment (all other electronic waste to be recycled).
• Use green hosting platforms and explore use of the most energy efficient data centres.

4.3 Biodiversity and Land Use

• Continue membership of Platinum Investors in Wildlife with Essex Wildlife Trust.
• Continue support for rewilding and biodiversity initiatives through donationsto reforestation and marine ecosystem conservation projects.

5. Social Responsibility

5.1 Workforce

• Equal opportunities policy covering all protected characteristics.
• Hybrid working model supporting wellbeing and flexibility.
• All staff to have paid OTJ time for personal development time.
• Offer EAP support to all staff and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• All staff to have paid sick leave.
• Maintain Good Business Charter and Essex Working Well certifications.

5.2 Community Engagement

• Regular support for local Mind branch, Essex Wildlife Trust, Code Club and Uttlesford foodbanks.
• Work placements and apprenticeships with local education providers.
• Participation in community fundraising and clean-up initiatives.

6. Economic Performance

• Invest in green hosting and energy-efficient infrastructure.
• Local supply chain prioritisation to support SMEs and social enterprises.
• Cost savings through automation and sustainable procurement.

7. Risk Management and Compliance

• Maintain ISO/IEC 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications.
• Maintain approved supplier record and annual supplier audits.
• Review sustainability policy annually.

8. Goals and KPIs

Short-term:

• switch to ethical banking partner
• approve carbon reduction plan
• develop B Corp alignment index
• report on 2025 carbon to form baseline data
• develop green purchasing policy

Mid-term:

• automate carbon tracking via accounting tool
• reduce digital waste and optimise data storage
• improve living architecture in office
• develop community engagement opportunities
• adopt low carbon web design principles

Long-term:

• explore options for green waste recycling and EV charging
• explore options for landlord providing 100% renewable energy for unit 6
• upgrade facilities with IoT-enabled smart energy systems
• introduce a “Carbon Passport” for Business Travel
• achieve B Corp certification

• KPIs for 25-26: Carbon offset metrics, carbon reduction targets met, % office consumables 100% recycled/refillable, recycling rates, community engagement hours.

• Alignment with Good Business Charter and B Corp standards.

Contact: info@techwyse.co.uk