Green Policy

At XO Rental Ltd, we are committed to minimising our environmental impact by implementing sustainable practices across our operations. We continually seek innovative ways to enhance energy efficiency, reduce waste, and promote eco-friendly alternatives in the equipment and services we provide.

Sustainable Practices and Commitments

1. Industry Collaboration and Certification

  • XO Rental Ltd recognizes the importance of the Albert Sustainable Production Tools and is working towards Albert Certification to promote industry best practices and greener solutions.

2. Reducing Single-Use Plastics

  • We have eliminated single-use plastics from daily operations.
  • All staff are issued reusable water bottles and coffee cups.
  • Equipment packaging now utilizes eco-friendly alternatives, including:
    • Recyclable paper ties.
    • Paper envelopes for filters.
    • Paper bags for small consumables.
    • Recycled material for poly boards.

3. Lowering CO2 Emissions and Sustainable Transport

  • Our vehicle fleet is transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs).
  • We use low-emission Euro 6 compliant vehicles and carbon-neutral courier services
    whenever possible.
  • We promote carpooling, sourcing local crew, and crew-sharing to reduce travel emissions.
  • Employees are encouraged to use public transport or cycle to work, with many benefiting from the government-backed Cycle to Work Scheme.

4. Energy Efficiency

  • We prioritize energy-efficient LED lighting and actively promote its use across our industry.
  • Office practices include:
    • 95% of computers shut down outside office hours.
    • Virtually zero light pollution after closing time.
    • Energy-efficient insulation and lighting design.
    • Electrical supply monitoring for energy reduction.
    • Low-consumption computer screens and energy-saving equipment.

5. Waste Reduction and Recycling

  • XO Rental Ltd is now 100% paperless and has fully implemented a digital booking system, significantly reducing paper consumption.
  • 100% of office paper and ink come from recycled sources.
  • Used ink cartridges are returned to manufacturers for refilling.
  • E-invoicing and e-delivery notes further reduce waste.
  • Shred Station, a Carbon Neutral®-certified company, ensures all shredded materials are recycled in UK mills.
  • Disposable batteries are minimized and properly recycled.
  • All electronic waste is disposed of in compliance with WEEE and RoHS regulations.

6. Sustainable Equipment and Supply Chain

  • We source technology from manufacturer-approved and reputable resellers, ensuring ethical supply chains.
  • Our cameras are firmware-upgradable, extending their lifespan and reducing electronic waste.
  • We have fully transitioned from Ni-Cad batteries to recyclable Lithium-Ion systems.
  • Tapeless camera technology has reduced waste from single-use tape stock.
  • We consolidate deliveries and collections to minimize transport emissions.

7. Employee Engagement and Training

  • All staff receive environmental training as part of their induction and ongoing professional development.
  • We actively involve employees in implementing and improving our sustainability policies.

At XO Rental Ltd, sustainability is at the core of our operations. Through continuous innovation and collaboration, we strive to set an industry standard for responsible business practices that reduce environmental impact while maintaining the highest quality of service.