Carbon Reduction Plan
Commitment to Achieving Net Zero
Payroll Cloud Limited, operating under the business name PCL ONE, is committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations by 2050.
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been prepared in accordance with:
- Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 06/21
- The UK Government Technical Standard for Completion of Carbon Reduction Plans
- The Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard
Emissions have been measured and reported in line with the UK Government Environmental Reporting Guidelines.
The organisation recognises its responsibility to minimise environmental impact and is committed to continual improvement in carbon management practices.
Organisational Overview
Payroll Cloud Limited delivers Oracle Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM), Payroll and ERP solutions to public and private sector clients across the UK and internationally.
The organisation operates through a predominantly remote-first service model supported by secure cloud infrastructure, reducing the environmental impact traditionally associated with office-based operations.
Environmental sustainability forms part of the company’s broader corporate responsibility framework, with a focus on reducing operational emissions and encouraging responsible supplier practices.
Baseline Emissions Footprint
Baseline Year: 2023
The baseline year represents the first full year of comprehensive emissions measurement.
| Emission Source | Emissions (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 – Direct emissions (fuel use, company vehicles) | 1.2 |
| Scope 2 – Purchased electricity | 2.8 |
| Scope 3 – Business travel | 8.4 |
| Scope 3 – Employee commuting | 3.1 |
| Scope 3 – Supply chain and cloud services | 3.0 |
| Total Baseline Emissions | 18.5 tCO₂e |
Scope 3 emissions have been reported in accordance with the categories required under PPN 06/21, including business travel and employee commuting.
Current Emissions Reporting
Reporting Year: 2025
| Emission Source | Emissions (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 – Direct emissions | 0.9 |
| Scope 2 – Purchased electricity | 2.1 |
| Scope 3 – Business travel | 6.5 |
| Scope 3 – Employee commuting | 2.8 |
| Scope 3 – Supply chain and cloud services | 2.6 |
| Total Emissions 2025 | 14.9 tCO₂e |
The reduction compared to the baseline year reflects improved operational efficiency, reduced travel activity, and continued optimisation of service delivery processes.
Carbon Reduction Measures Implemented
Since establishing the baseline year, Payroll Cloud Limited has implemented a range of measures to reduce emissions:
- Adoption of a remote-first delivery model to reduce commuting and office-related energy use
- Increased use of digital collaboration platforms to minimise business travel
- Reduction of paper-based processes through digital documentation
- Encouragement of sustainable travel alternatives where travel is necessary
- Engagement with suppliers that demonstrate environmental responsibility
These initiatives have contributed to a measurable reduction in overall emissions.
Future Emission Reduction Strategy
Payroll Cloud Limited will continue to progress towards Net Zero through:
- Ongoing annual measurement and reporting of carbon emissions
- Further reduction in discretionary travel
- Increased supplier sustainability evaluation
- Review of renewable energy options where applicable
- Continued optimisation of cloud and infrastructure efficiency
The organisation remains committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 and will update this Carbon Reduction Plan annually.
Declaration and Approval
This Carbon Reduction Plan has been completed in accordance with PPN 06/21 and associated guidance.
Emissions have been reported and recorded in accordance with the UK Government Environmental Reporting Guidelines and the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard.
This statement was approved by the board of directors on 14 January 2026.