Case Study: Opencast Software Carbon Footprint Analysis and Carbon Reduction Plan
Client Info
Client: Opencast Software
Industry: Digital Services
Service: Carbon Footprint Calculation and CRP
Consultancy: C Free
Summary
Opencast Software, a growing digital agency, has been working with C Free over the past three years to assess their carbon footprint and create a robust Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) for government tenders. The team at C Free has consistently provided timely services, enabling Opencast Software to concentrate on their core work while remaining compliant with environmental standards.
Challenge
As a growing digital agency, Opencast Software required an accurate carbon footprint calculation and a comprehensive CRP to participate in government tenders. However, their rapid growth and busy schedule made it challenging to manage these tasks internally.
Approach
C Free utilised their expertise in environmental consultancy to streamline the carbon footprint assessment and CRP creation process for Opencast Software. Data Collection and Analysis: C Free efficiently collected and processed data regarding Opencast Software's energy use, travel, waste, and procurement practices. Over the three-year partnership, C Free continually improved their data collection methods to make this part of the process more efficient and comprehensive. Carbon Footprint Calculation: Each year, C Free calculated Opencast Software's carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, offering insights into the company's environmental impact and areas for improvement. Carbon Reduction Strategy Development: C Free developed effective carbon reduction strategies tailored to Opencast Software's operations, such as energy efficiency improvements, remote work policies, and sustainable procurement practices. Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) Preparation: Within tight timeframes, C Free produced detailed CRPs outlining carbon reduction targets, strategies, timelines, and key performance indicators for tracking progress.
Results
The partnership with C Free enabled Opencast Software to achieve several significant outcomes: A precise calculation of the company's carbon footprint for three consecutive years. A comprehensive CRP tailored to Opencast Software's operations, ensuring compliance with government tender requirements. An ongoing commitment to carbon reduction, with a focus on continuous improvement based on feedback and tracking results. C Free's prompt and thorough services have allowed Opencast Software to focus on their important work, knowing their environmental compliance is in good hands. The continuous tracking, reporting, and lowering of their environmental impact have led to cost savings, enhanced brand reputation, and increased eligibility for government tenders.
Outcomes and Impact
C Free's prompt and thorough services have allowed Opencast Software to focus on their important work, knowing their environmental compliance is in good hands. The continuous tracking, reporting, and lowering of their environmental impact have led to cost savings, enhanced brand reputation, and increased eligibility for government tenders.
Testimonial
Eddie and the C Free team have been excellent to work with over the last year. They have provided invaluable help as we continue our carbon tracking journey. C Free has been a great partner to help us and has demonstrated a clear commitment to continue to iterate and improve their collection methods using feedback. They have been brilliant at creating a genuine transformational rather than a transactional relationship which we look forward to continuing as we further track, report and lower our environmental impact.