Blue Connections IT secures carbon neutral certification for its business operations

It is the third year in a row the company has achieved the Climate Active Carbon Neutral certification.

MSP Blue Connections IT has achieved the Climate Active Carbon Neutral certification for its business operations for the financial year ending in June 2024.

The certification, awarded by Climate Active and independently assessed by Pangolin Associates, confirms that Blue Connections IT has met the requirements of the Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard for Organisations for the third consecutive year.

Pangolin Associates conducted a comprehensive greenhouse gas assessment of scope 1, 2, and relevant scope 3 emissions sources across Blue Connections IT’s operations.

These included electricity consumption, business travel, employee commuting, freight and logistics, and professional services.

Blue Connections IT’s total footprint for FY24 was 1,040 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, fully offset using eligible carbon credits that meet the criteria under the Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard.

During the year, Blue Connections IT said it diverted more than 21,000 kilograms of e-waste from landfill, with less than 0.04 per cent entering the landfill.

The company also expanded its solar energy system to 170 kilowatts and added on-site battery storage to improve energy resilience. It grew its electric vehicle fleet, installed new charging infrastructure, and delivered sustainability training across leadership, operations, and customer-facing teams.

These initiatives were complemented by sustainable procurement practices, responsible lifecycle management, and staff-led energy reduction activities.

Erica Smith, chief marketing and alliance officer, Blue Connections IT told CRN Australia sustainability is “deeply embedded” in Blue Connections IT’s culture and operations.

“The company has achieved carbon neutral certification for three consecutive years, supported by initiatives such as solar power expansion, investment in electric vehicles, and e-waste diversion through its device lifecycle management service,” she said.

“The organisation has grown its dedicated Green Committee to more than 20 employees, championing sustainability across all levels of the business.”

Smith said this commitment extends beyond certification to long-term investment in a sustainable value chain.

“Blue Connections IT designs its services to reflect circular economy principles, with robust device lifecycle management, secure asset recovery, and community partnerships that redistribute technology for social benefit,” she said.

“Sustainability isn’t treated as a simple project or marketing initiative. Instead, it’s a responsibility that underpins the company’s growth and customer relationships.”

Smith said sustainability is an increasingly core priority for customers, particularly in sectors where ESG reporting requirements and stakeholder expectations are high, such as government, enterprise, and retail.

“Customers want assurance that their technology partners deliver innovative solutions while supporting their efforts to reduce environmental impact,” she said.

“Many now factor sustainability credentials directly into procurement processes, with carbon neutrality and device lifecycle management outcomes being key differentiators.”

Smith said this certification gives customers confidence that they’re partnering with a technology provider whose values align with their own sustainability goals.

“Many organisations are under pressure to reduce supply chain emissions and meet net-zero targets, so working with a certified partner helps them achieve measurable progress against these goals,” she said.

“Customers benefit from both IT solutions and managed services that are future-focused, and from the assurance that the technology delivered is underpinned by low-emission practices and independently verified reporting.”

For those solution providers who want to become more sustainable, Smith recommended that they start with a measurable baseline, capturing and verifying all emissions data accurately and independently.

“Achieving credibility through certifications like Climate Active creates trust with customers and sets a clear framework for continuous improvement,” she said.

“Service providers should then integrate sustainability into every layer of their organisation, from how services are delivered to how staff members are engaged.

“Embedding sustainable practices into procurement, transport, energy usage, and asset recovery delivers progress that’s tangible, not just symbolic.”

She added, “businesses should also view sustainability as a shared journey with their customers and partners, aligning initiatives to deliver environmental outcomes that benefit the wider community, as well as the company itself.”