Environmental Policy
Policy Title : Environmental Policy
Author : Bauer Energy Limited
Approved by :Richard Port, CEO
Date last reviewed :02/03/2026
Reviewed by :Rachel Murphy, Chief of Staff
1. Purpose & Commitment
- Bauer Energy Ltd recognises that its operations, including office-based activities and subcontracted EVCP installation works, have environmental impacts.
We are committed to:
Protecting the environment
Preventing pollution
Reducing environmental impact across our operations
Continual improvement of our Environmental Management System
This policy applies to:
Office staff
Remote workers
Subcontractors working on behalf of Bauer Energy
2. Scope of Environmental Impact
- Our key environmental impacts arise from:
Energy use (office and remote working)
Travel to installation sites
Waste generated from EVCP installations
Procurement of EV charging equipment and materials
Use of subcontractors
We recognise our responsibility to manage direct and indirect environmental impacts, including those from outsourced activities.
3. Legal & Compliance Obligations
3.1 - Bauer Energy Ltd commits to:
Complying with all applicable environmental legislation and regulations
Meeting relevant industry standards (including EVCP compliance requirements)
Maintaining awareness of changes in environmental law
Ensuring subcontractors also comply with environmental requirements
4. Environmental Objectives
4.1 - We aim to:
Reduce energy consumption across office and remote operations
Minimise waste and promote recycling
Reduce paper usage through digital working
Improve environmental performance of subcontractors
Reduce carbon impact from travel and logistics
Environmental objectives are reviewed annually and monitored through internal audits and management review.
5. Operational Controls
5.1 - Energy Management
Employees will:
Shut down laptops, screens, and equipment when not in use
Turn off lighting in unoccupied areas
Work efficiently in shared spaces to reduce energy use
Management will:
Use energy-efficient lighting and equipment
Promote remote working where appropriate
Maintain equipment for energy efficiency
Monitor energy usage trends
5.2 Waste Management
Employees will:
Use recycling facilities correctly
Minimise waste generation
Reuse materials where possible
Management will:
Apply the waste hierarchy (reduce, reuse, recycle)
Ensure subcontractors remove and dispose of waste responsibly
Use licensed waste carriers where applicable
Encourage sustainable procurement
5.3 Paper & Digital Working
Employees will:
Only print when necessary
Use double-sided printing
Use digital systems for documentation
Management will:
Promote paperless systems
Use cloud-based document storage
Encourage digital communication and reporting
5.4 Travel & Carbon Reduction
Bauer Energy will:
Prioritise remote meetings (Teams, video calls)
Minimise unnecessary travel
Encourage use of public transport where practical
Plan site visits efficiently
5.5 Subcontractor Environmental Control
Bauer Energy ensures subcontractors:
Follow environmental best practices on site
Dispose of waste responsibly
Comply with environmental legislation
Minimise environmental impact during installations
Environmental performance is monitored through:
Supplier approval process
Ongoing performance reviews
Site feedback
6. Roles & Responsibilities
6.1 - Senior Management:
Provide leadership on environmental matters
Integrate environmental considerations into business decisions
Ensure resources are available
Review environmental performance
Employees:
Follow this policy and related procedures
Work in an environmentally responsible manner
Identify opportunities for improvement
Subcontractors:
Comply with Bauer Energy environmental requirements
Manage waste and materials responsibly
Avoid pollution and environmental damage
7. Monitoring, Measurement & Improvement
7.1 - Bauer Energy Ltd will:
Monitor environmental performance (energy, waste, travel)
Maintain a risk-based environmental approach
Conduct internal audits
Review performance annually
Record and investigate environmental incidents
8. Continual Improvement
8.1 - We are committed to:
Improving environmental performance year-on-year
Reducing environmental impact of EVCP installations
Enhancing sustainability awareness across the business
Working with suppliers to improve environmental outcomes
9. Review
9.1 - This policy will be:
Reviewed annually
Updated following significant business or regulatory changes
Communicated to all employees and subcontractors