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Sustainability

Crest Medical is an award-winning, established, market-leading supplier and manufacturer of high-quality first aid supplies, occupational health products and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

With its vast range of brands and categories, Crest Medical offers products to trade customers suitable for resale to a range of specialist industries. Strong relationships with a global network of supply partners ensure a reliable and continuous supply of products. As a leader in the healthcare industry, we have a responsibility to do the right thing for the planet and its people sustainability is vital to our business and a responsibility we want to fulfil every day.

Sustainability is not only a domestic project, but a global one, as we collaborate with our international partners to commit to a brighter future. From preparing to launch our first sustainable first aid kit to becoming Carbon Neutral, we are keeping true to our objective of being eco- and people-conscious in our practices.

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Our Sustainability Journey

Our sustainability journey began in 2020, when we set out ambitious goals for the upcoming years. In 2022, CMH became a certified Scope 1 and 2 carbon
neutral company. We aim to be Scope 1 and 2 net zero by 2025.

By 2030, we want to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 50%.

Crest Medical is working to being Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon neutral by 2035.

In 2040, we aim to have Scope 1, 2 and 3 net zero.

Our Sustainability Journey begins 2020
CMH became certified scope 1 & 2 2022
Aim to be Scope 1 & 2 Net Zero by 2025
Aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030
Working to being Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon neutral by 2035
Aim to have CMH Scope 1,2 and 3 net zero in 2040
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Environmental Awards

Crest Medical is fully committed to prioritising quality and sustainability. Our efforts are being recognised, helping us achieve various certifications, accreditations and awards.

Planet Mark

Planet Mark

We are Planet Mark Business Certified, in recognition of our sustainability progress and commitment to measuring and reducing our carbon emissions.

Ecovadis

Ecovadis

Ecovadis is the largest sustainability ratings provider, giving scores to over 100,000 companies in 175 countries. We are rated gold.

Armed Forces Covenant

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

We hold a silver award to recognise our support to defence and the armed forces community, where values align with the Armed Forces Covenant.

CO2 Neutral

Carbon Neutral

We are a carbon neutral business and aim to be net zero by 2025.

Zero-Waste Operations

At Crest Medical, we are fighting the battle against rubbish at every step of our supply chain. From the initial concept to the final delivery, we have exciting processes in place to shrink, transform, recycle, rescue, and even bid farewell to waste. It is all about turning rubbish into treasure and making our planet a happier, greener place to be! Read on to find out about some of our zero-waste implementations.

We have invested in several zero-waste innovations:

  • Reuse We reuse all wooden pallets that come into warehouses for stock deliveries

  • Embossing In-mould direct printing reduces label usage in products

  • Minimal Tape & Filler Usage We are phasing out tape and fillers

  • CAD Efficient computer-aided packaging design

  • Minimal Water Use Water Plus help us to cut our water waste

  • Compacting Waste Our in-house PHS compactor minimises waste volume, resulting in more efficient disposal

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