What is Net Zero?
The term Net Zero means reducing the carbon emitted into the atmosphere to as low as possible with any remaining unavoidable emissions being offset through the permanent removal and storage of carbon from the atmosphere.
Our aim is to reach a point where our operations result in no additional contribution to global warming. For a leisure centre, achieving net zero means taking significant steps to reduce the environmental impact of operations, particularly in terms of carbon emissions.
This involves implementing energy-efficient practices, utilising renewable energy sources and implementing programmes to manage our resources efficiently and sustainably, promoting circular economy principles and sustainable transportation options.
We consistently drive down emissions across our operations, resulting in a reduction of over 6000 tonnes of carbon from our 2019 baseline portfolio
Why is this important for leisure centres?
Leisure centres can account for up to 40% of a council's carbon footprint. As a result, we are actively supporting our local authority partners in realising their net zero targets.
Our strong sustainability culture demonstrates our commitment to working with our partners, customers, and most importantly, our colleagues to meet our ambitious targets.
Our commitments to net zero
Ivan Horsfall Turner | Freedom Leisure's CEO
“Through these commitments we aim to play our part in reducing emissions and contributing to the global target. We acknowledge that we cannot do this in isolation and are committed to supporting and working alongside our partners in the public sector, as well as our suppliers and customers to ensure that through a collective journey we make this happen.”
The environment is a core part of what we do
Our core business of supporting healthy lifestyles goes beyond just people’s physical activity goals but extends to our communities and the environment. It is therefore becoming crucial for us to do everything we can to play our part in tackling the global climate crisis.
We take proactive steps towards sustainability that are likely to result in a more resilient and healthy environment essential for promoting physical and mental well-being among visitors.