Getting our house in order

Speedy recognise that getting our own house in order is essential if we are to make a difference to our customers and we are committed to reducing our own environmental impact as much as possible. We believe that the system of 'hire' is already environmentally friendly:

• Equipment usage is optimised
• Energy and operating efficiency is improved
• Well maintained equipment performs better

Speedy has invested company-wide time and resource to develop initiatives to reduce our environmental impact. Some of these initiatives are still being developed:

• ISO 14001 Compliance - Speedy is working to ensure the whole group is compliant by 2010 by monitoring our usage and making improvements in waste management, recycling and consumption.
• Electric Delivery Vehicles - We were the first company to introduce them in London and are exploring the idea on a national basis. In addition, company car holders are rewarded for choosing low emission cars.
• Environmentally Friendly Products - Working with our supply chain to develop the range of environmentally friendly products from the Plant Guard to the award winning EnviroCabin.
• Product Assessment System - Speedy has commissioned an independent assessment, rating products that offer environmental benefits meaning customers can not only know, but also show that they have chosen the Green Option.
• Internal Communications - Our people are kept abreast of progress, developments and training opportunities.

To find out more on Getting Greener from the Ground Up or the GO Initiative:

• Browse the information online by selecting from the right hand menu
• Speak to a customer service advisor on 0845 601 0475
• Email sustainability@speedyhire.com
• Request information via post
• Download the "Getting Greener from the Ground Up Brochure" and the "GO Initiative Brochure"