Sustainability

At TPA, sustainability is at the heart of our operations. As part of the Vp Group, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and driving sustainable practices across the industry. Our efforts focus on minimising carbon emissions, supporting conservation projects, and providing innovative, low-carbon solutions for temporary access needs.

Sustainability

Join Us In Our Journey To Net Zero By 2025, validated by the SBTi

With a clear roadmap to achieving net zero by 2050, we are actively reducing our environmental impact at every stage of our operations. This includes investing in energy-efficient technology, optimising logistics to cut emissions, and working closely with suppliers who share our sustainability goals.

Our reusable access solutions offer a lower-carbon alternative to traditional stone roads, supporting our customers in reaching their own environmental goals. Every project is an opportunity to do better for our customers, for our industry, and for the planet.

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Carbon Calculator

Our Carbon Calculator measures the carbon impact of your temporary access solution, comparing our aluminium trackway panels to traditional stone roads. By switching to TPA’s portable roadways, you can significantly reduce CO₂ emissions, cut down on material waste, and minimise vehicle movements, helping both your project and the planet.

Carbon Calculator

Achievements

Plant Charterer Gold Status

Vp Group has proudly achieved Gold status in the Plant Charter, recognizing our dedication to reducing carbon emissions and combating air pollution.

Plant Charterer Gold Status
Achievements

Carbon Calculator

We've developed a carbon calculator for our trackway division which is freely available for our clients to measure and reduce their project emissions. We also provide a certificate that shows carbon savings of each clients projects at request.

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Carbon Calculator
Achievements

ISO 50001 Energy Management

Achieved ISO 50001 Energy Management System certification across all UK sites.

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ISO 50001 Energy Management
Achievements

2025 Milestones

Alongside SBTi targets, Vp plc aims for most of its top 250 suppliers to set science-based emissions goals by 2025. The group also plans to ensure all 3,000+ employees are carbon literate, cut energy intensity by 20%, reduce waste intensity by 30%, recycle over 85% of waste, and divert more than 95% from landfill.

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FAQs

What is the 'Carbon Calculator'?

TPA's Carbon Calculator is an online tool designed to assess the relative carbon impact of creating a temporary access road using aluminium trackway panels compared to the traditional method that utilises aggregate/stone. With just a few clicks, you will receive a calculation of the potential carbon emissions saved, empowering you to make informed decisions and reduce your carbon footprint.


Is the calculation generic or bespoke?

The website calculation is generic and based on assumed average distances to and from the site from both the TPA Portable Roadway depot and the quarry and landfill sites for the Stone/Aggregate alternative. 


What is the basis for the calculation?

The calculation relies on the government's conversion factors for the production and distribution of materials. Both alternatives' in-depot and site-based operations are assumed to be equivalent to simplify the comparison. However, it's worth noting that this assumption may undervalue the carbon-saving potential of a portable roadway due to the additional plant required for a stone access road. Additional assumptions made for consistent comparison can be found alongside the carbon calculator, along with details of what is and is not included in the comparison.


What are the environmental benefits of using a temporary trackway over a stone access road?

Using a temporary trackway made of aluminium panels can significantly reduce the carbon footprint compared to a stone access road. The reusability of trackway panels and the reduced transportation requirements contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions and less environmental impact.


Why is there such a significant saving?

The significant CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) saving is attributable to two primary factors. Firstly, the roadway panels are re-used repeatedly, with the calculator assuming they will be re-used 60 times over their lifetime prior to being re-cycled at end of life, whereas materials for the stone access road are used only once and disposed at landfill. Secondly, the logistics play a crucial role, as transporting stone to and from the site typically requires 16 lorry loads for every 1 lorry load of portable roadway.


How accurate are the carbon calculations provided by the Carbon Calculator?

The carbon calculations are based on reliable government conversion factors and industry standards. While they offer a close estimation of carbon savings, keep in mind that certain site-specific factors or project complexities may affect the actual results.


Is the calculator certified by a professional body?

TPA, utilising the UK Government’s conversion factors for greenhouse gas reporting, have internally developed the calculator. While an independent professional body does not currently certify it, we welcome any introduction to organisations that can independently validate the calculator.


How can I share the carbon impact results from the Carbon Calculator with my team or clients?

If you request your site specific report via the calculator you will receive this via email and can share with your teams or clients.