TPi March 2013

business & market news

Reducing carbon emissions targets Wolseley UK has announced that it will aim to reduce carbon emissions from energy consumption by 30 per cent in the next three years, as part of its new environmental policy for sustainable development. professional trade, has

“As part of our strategy for reducing total carbon footprint, we plan to implement a range of environmentally friendly initiatives, as we believe creating and setting a green agenda is an important part of any successful business – particularly now that these credentials are such an important criterion in supplier selection.” In 2011, the company was awarded the Carbon Trust Standard for its dedication to reducing carbon emissions by 18 per cent during a one-year period. With a qualitative assessment score of 76 per cent, Wolseley UK was commended for showing “demonstrated effectiveness at responding to climate change through governance, carbon accounting and carbon management”. Wolseley UK, a subsidiary of Wolseley plc, provides construction products and materials through a nationwide branch network, including Drain Center, Plumb Center, Pipe Center, Climate Center, Parts Center, Integrated Services and William Wilson.

put environmental considerations at the heart of its day-to-day operations, pledging to cut carbon emissions from energy usage by almost a third by 2015. In order to achieve the reduction, Wolseley will carefully monitor and manage environmental performance at all levels of the business, particularly in areas of energy and waste. Other initiatives are also being considered, such as the installation of PV technology and LED lighting. ConnorDalton,environmentalmanager, Wolseley UK, explained: “We have always been dedicated to delivering

The company, a distributor of construction products to the

a service which considers the environmental impact of all areas of our business and we believe the ambitious target of reducing carbon emissions by 30 per cent really demonstrates how seriously we take green issues. By closely examining levels of energy consumption and reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill through an established recycling programme, we will dramatically improve the environmental impact of our processes.

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BSS continues support for industry excellence

students to showcase the level of talent currently operating in this sector and be rewarded for their exceptional skills and abilities. Congratulations to Patrick and all of the finalists who have been recognised as the best at what they do.” BSS Industrial, part of the plumbing and heating division of Travis Perkins plc, is a UK pipeline and heating distributor with over 60 branches, a national distribution centre in the East Midlands, and a national tube distribution centre in Coventry.

controls, commissioning valves and a circulating pump. The installation was then inspected by a judging panel of industry experts, before Mr O’Leary was crowned the overall winner. Chris Hufflett, sales and operations director for BSS Industrial, commented, “BSS Industrial was pleased to once again show its support for SkillPIPE. It’s an innovative competition that rewards those who are already achieving excellence in the industry, whilst promoting the need to continue improving standards nationwide.

BSS Industrial has sponsored the annual SkillPIPE competition for the fourth year in a row, and has offered its congratulations to gold medal winner Patrick O’Leary of NG Bailey Engineering Academy. The distributor once again donated materials such as pipes, valves and Boss consumables, which were used in practical challenges throughout the competition. The latest event was held at the NEC in Birmingham, UK, alongside the UK finals of SkillELECTRIC, SkillFRIDGE, SkillPLUMB and SkillBUILD. After a series of challenges, the six SkillPIPE finalists had to cut, thread, weld and install pipework with temperature

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“SkillPIPE provides a fantastic opportunity for employees and

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