Sustainability Policy

Oncology Systems Limited (OSL) is committed to promoting sustainability, reducing the environmental impact of all our activities, and supporting the NHS in achieving its net zero ambitions. We aim to follow and promote good sustainability practices and help our customers, partners, and suppliers to do the same. 

 

A. NET ZERO COMMITMENT 

 Oncology Systems Limited is committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 for our UK operations, covering Scope 1, Scope 2, and a defined subset of Scope 3 emissions. 

This commitment was made on 24th March 2026 by Alice Pavey, Managing Director, Oncology Systems Limited. 

This commitment covers: 

  • Scope 1 (direct emissions): Fuel used in company vehicles and any on-site heating/cooling at our Shrewsbury headquarters. 
  • Scope 2 (energy indirect emissions): Purchased electricity used to power our offices and facilities. 
  • Scope 3 (other indirect emissions — defined subset): 
    • Upstream transportation and distribution 
    • Waste generated in operations 
    • Business travel 
    • Employee commuting 
    • Downstream transportation and distribution 

This aligns with the NHS Net Zero Supplier Roadmap and the UK Government’s PPN 006 requirements. 

 

B. PRINCIPLES   

 Our Sustainability Policy is based on the following principles: 

  • To comply with, and exceed where practicable, all applicable legislation, regulations (including WEEE) and codes of practice. 
  • To integrate sustainability considerations into all our business decisions. 
  • To ensure that all staff are fully aware of our Sustainability Policy and are committed to implementing and improving it. 
  • To minimise the environmental impact of all office, transportation, and operational activities. 
  • To measure, report, and reduce our greenhouse gas emissions year on year. (NEW) 
  • To make customers and suppliers aware of our Sustainability Policy and encourage them to adopt sound sustainable management practices. 
  • To continually improve our sustainability performance. 

 

C. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT MEASURES IN EFFECT 

The following carbon reduction measures are in effect and will be applied when performing NHS contracts: 

Transport & Fleet 

  • All field-based staff have access to OSL’s Electric Vehicle Fleet, significantly reducing Scope 1 emissions from business travel. 
  • EV charging units are installed at OSL headquarters and are available to all staff. 
  • Unnecessary travel by car is reduced. The use of public transport, car sharing, and video conferencing is encouraged. 

Energy & Buildings 

  • Full LED lighting installed at OSL headquarters in Shrewsbury. 
  • Energy-efficient equipment purchasing policy to reduce electricity consumption. 
  • Electricity purchased from a supplier committed to renewable energy, maximising the proportion from renewable sources while supporting investment in new renewable energy schemes. 

Waste & Resources 

  • Paper and office consumable use is minimised (e.g., double-sided printing, digital-first approach). 
  • Packaging from suppliers is reused and materials are recycled using local facilities. 
  • Office waste is reused or recycled, including paper, computer supplies, and redundant equipment. 
  • Full compliance with WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) regulations for responsible disposal and recycling of electronic equipment. 

Supply Chain Engagement 

  • OSL’s sustainability expectations are shared with suppliers and customers. 
  • A copy of this Sustainability Policy is included in all proposals to customers. 
  • We work with our manufacturing and distribution partners to encourage sustainability practices across our supply chain. 

 

D. EMISSIONS REPORTING 

 Baseline Year: 1st January 2025 – 31st December 2025 

Emissions Source  Baseline Emissions (tCO₂e) 
Scope 1 (company vehicles, gas heating)  0.831 
Scope 2 (purchased electricity)  10.4 
Scope 3 (defined subset — see below)  258.841 
Total  270.07 

 

Scope 3 Breakdown (PPN 006 Defined Subset): 

Category  Emissions (tCO₂e) 
Upstream transportation and distribution  134.43 
Waste generated in operations  0.53 
Business travel  14.81 
Employee commuting  5.31 
Downstream transportation and distribution  78.37 

 

Reporting Year:  

Emissions reporting will be updated annually in line with PPN 006 requirements. 

 

E. CARBON REDUCTION TARGETS 

OSL is committed to the following targets: 

  • Net Zero by 2050 (UK operations, Scope 1, 2 and defined Scope 3 subset)  
  • Near-term target: Reduce absolute emissions by 30% by 2030 against our 2025 baseline 
  • We will report progress against these targets annually on this page 

Carbon reduction projects planned or in progress: 

  1. Investigation of on-site solar PV generation at Shrewsbury headquarters 
  1. Continued energy efficiency improvements across office and warehouse facilities 
  1. Staff engagement programme on sustainable commuting 
  1. Working with key suppliers to understand and reduce upstream emissions 

 

F. WORKING PRACTICES AND ADVICE TO CUSTOMERS 

 We ensure that any associates we work with take account of sustainability issues in their advice to customers. A copy of this Sustainability Policy is included in all proposals to customers. 

 

G. REVIEW 

This policy is reviewed annually and updated to reflect progress against our targets. The most recent review was conducted on 24/03/2026.