Climate Change Statement

Introduction

MediLIMS is a small IT company, and we take a proportionate but committed approach to reducing our environmental impact. Although our footprint is modest, we remain focused on progressing towards net zero greenhouse gas emissions. Our approach centres on low‑carbon operations, responsible procurement and continuous improvement in line with the Social Value Model

Our Approach to Fighting Climate Change

We apply a structured, evidence‑based framework to minimise greenhouse gas emissions associated with software development, implementation, and support:

Contract Carbon Review
At mobilisation, MediLIMS assesses the environmental footprint of the contract, focusing on hosting, data processing, digital workflows, and any unavoidable travel. This establishes a baseline for targeted carbon reduction.

Reduction Planning
Our Carbon Reduction Plan (aligned with PPN 06/21) includes:

  • Prioritisation of energy‑efficient UK cloud hosting
  • Minimisation of physical resource use through digital‑only processes
  • Supplier engagement to ensure alignment with sustainable procurement principles
  • Identification of opportunities to reduce emissions throughout the contract lifecycle

Low‑Carbon Delivery Model
As a fully remote organisation, MediLIMS eliminates emissions associated with commuting, office heating/cooling, and on‑site infrastructure. Our delivery model includes:

  • Remote‑first implementation, training, and support
  • Cloud‑native architecture hosted in energy‑efficient data centres
  • Paperless project management and documentation
  • Efficient development practices that reduce compute load and energy consumption

Monitoring & Reporting
We track environmental KPIs such as avoided travel miles, reduced paper usage, and hosting‑related CO₂e. Quarterly reporting ensures transparency and enables continuous optimisation.

Continuous Improvement
We review performance data and emerging technologies to identify further opportunities for carbon reduction, ensuring the contract contributes to long‑term decarbonisation.

Evidence of Previous Environmental Benefits

MediLIMS has delivered measurable environmental benefits across NHS and laboratory contracts:

  • Paperless Transformation: Migration from paper‑based laboratory workflows to digital LIMS environments has reduced paper consumption by over 90%, eliminating associated transport and storage emissions.
  • Hosting Efficiency: Transition from on‑premise servers to cloud‑based environments has achieved energy reductions of 30–40% through modern, efficient data centre infrastructure.
  • Zero‑Commute Workforce: Our fully remote team has removed commuting‑related emissions entirely, contributing to a consistently low organisational carbon footprint.
  • Travel Reduction: Remote delivery has reduced business travel emissions by more than 70% across comparable implementations.
  • Sustainable Procurement: We prioritise suppliers with demonstrable environmental commitments and integrate sustainability criteria into procurement decisions.

Continued Efforts During the Proposed Contract Period

During the contract, MediLIMS will:

  • Maintain and update a live Carbon Reduction Plan
  • Report CO₂e savings achieved through digital efficiencies
  • Promote sustainable behaviours among users and stakeholders
  • Use low‑carbon travel only where site attendance is essential
  • Review supplier performance against environmental commitments
  • Identify and implement new opportunities for emissions reduction as technologies evolve

MediLIMS is committed to ensuring that this contract delivers operational excellence while contributing meaningfully to the UK’s climate objectives.

Summary

MediLIMS is committed to delivering operational excellence while contributing to the UK’s climate objectives. Throughout the contract, we will continue progressing towards net zero, reduce waste, strengthen sustainable supply chains and support the Authority’s environmental goals.

Approval and Endorsement

This Modern Slavery Statement is approved by the leadership team at MediLIMS and reflects our commitment to the reduction of carbon emissions and meeting the UK's climate objectives.


MediLIMS
Date: 01/01/2026