Here are the businesses committed to cutting their carbon emissions.   

Delta Fire manufacturers firefighting equipment from its new site in Norwich, Norfolk, which operates on 100% renewable electricity.   

As one of the UK’s first fire equipment manufacturers to achieve ISO 14001 certification, Delta Fire has also reached net zero across Scopes 1 and 2, and is offsetting Scope 3.  

ISO 14001 certification helps firms manage their environmental impact, while Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions categorise their greenhouse gas emissions. 

Delta Fire's Norwich site operates on 100% renewable electricity (Image: Delta Fire)

Delta Fire’s dual commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship underpins its purpose: protecting people, property and the planet.  

The judges said Delta Fire stands out for its deeply personal, values-driven commitment to sustainability.    

They added: “Achieving Scope 1 and 2 net zero through significant investment in a low-carbon facility, renewable generation and continuous improvement, Delta goes further by openly sharing its learning with peers, councils and SMEs.”  

Founded in 1921, Muntons is a family-owned maltster supplying the brewing, distilling and food industries. Headquartered in Stowmarket, Suffolk, Muntons’ vision is to be the world’s most sustainable malt and malted ingredients company.  

It set its first Science Based Targets initiative in 2015 and met its goal of reducing Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 45% three years early, in 2022.  

Today, it has cut its emissions by 56% compared to its 2010 baseline and uses on-site renewable energy to generate 49% of its power.  

The judges said that Muntons stands out as a “true pioneer” in industrial decarbonisation.  

They added: “Muntons embodies determination, collaboration and purpose- driven innovation, proving that even a century-old company can set the standard for a sustainable future.” 

Spectra Packaging is a leading independent manufacturer of high-quality rigid plastic packaging, specialising in bespoke solutions for the cosmetics, toiletries and personal care sectors.   

The business, which has been running since 2008, is based in a state-of-the-art, 17.4-acre facility in Halesworth, Suffolk.  

Spectra has demonstrated significant progress in its decarbonisation journey, maintaining Scope 2 emissions at zero and driving down Scope 3 emissions to 770 tonnes.  

Spectra Packaging has demonstrated progress in its decarbonisation journey (Image: Spectra Packaging)

By blending technical expertise with eco-innovations such as PCR materials and biopolymers, Spectra empowers brands to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on the look of their products.   

The judges said Spectra “demonstrates an inspiring, values-driven commitment to sustainability”.  

They added: “Passionate, principled and forward-thinking, Spectra is driving genuine systemic change.” 

For more information about the Clean & Green Awards, and to book your tickets for the awards ceremony at Kesgrave Hall on March 26, visit cleanandgreenawards.co.uk  

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