Guides
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If you bid on public sector contracts over £5 million, you already need one. This guide explains what a Carbon Reduction Plan must contain, how PPN 006 applies to electrical and M&E contractors, and what happens if you don't have one.
What is a Carbon Reduction Plan — and does your business need one?
The UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism comes into force on 1 January 2027 and covers aluminium, steel, and cement — core inputs for construction. This guide explains who is affected, how costs will be passed through the supply chain, and what to do now.
UK CBAM and construction: what 2027 means for your margins
Tools
Working templates and assessments. Enter your email address to access — nothing else required, no sales calls unless you ask.
For UK businesses that import steel, aluminium, cement, fertiliser or hydrogen goods, or sell them into the EU. Four questions on what you ship, then five statements on how ready you are. About three minutes, with a report on screen at the end.
CBAM quick check
For suppliers asked for a Carbon Reduction Plan, carbon data or social value evidence. 20 statements across five areas. About ten minutes, with a report showing your strengths and your priority gaps.
Sustainable procurement health check
A one-page self-assessment covering the six components of a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan. Includes a simple scoring guide so you know exactly what's missing and what to prioritise before your next tender submission.
PPN 006 Readiness Checklist
A structured spreadsheet to benchmark your procurement spend across 12 key cost categories — energy, fleet, communications, premises, insurance, and more. Identifies where you're most likely to be overpaying and what a realistic saving could look like.
Construction Business Cost Audit Template
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