Carbon Reduction Plan for Derby businesses — PPN 006 (06/21) compliant
By Awais Khan · Published 20 Mar 2026 · Updated 25 Jun 2026
If your Derby business bids for UK public-sector work and your tender pack asks for a PPN 006Carbon Reduction Plan, CarbonPass generates one in 20 minutes — free to start.
Why this applies to Derby businesses
Derby in East Midlands is home to a large number of businesses in aerospace, rail engineering, manufacturing and NHS. These sectors regularly bid for UK public-sector contracts where tender packs commonly ask for a published Carbon Reduction Plan. PPN 006 (which replaced PPN 06/21) is the procurement standard these plans follow.
Which Derby industries are affected?
The main sectors bidding for UK public-sector work in Derby include aerospace, rail engineering, manufacturing and NHS. Whether you are a sole trader, SMB or larger firm, if your tender pack asks for a Carbon Reduction Plan, CarbonPass generates one in 20 minutes.
How it works
1Upload your electricity, gas and fuel bills — CarbonPass reads them automatically
2Answer a few questions about your business operations and travel
3Your Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions are calculated using DEFRA 2026 factors
4Download your PPN 006 compliant Carbon Reduction Plan as a PDF or Word document
Frequently asked questions
Do all Derby businesses need a CRP?
Not all — your tender pack is the source of truth. UK public-sector tender packs (central government, NHS, councils, public bodies) increasingly ask for a published Carbon Reduction Plan. Derby businesses bidding for this work are no exception.
How long does it take?
About 20 minutes with CarbonPass. You need your energy bills and a rough idea of your business travel and fleet fuel.
Does my CRP need to be published on my website?
Yes — PPN 006 requires your Carbon Reduction Plan to be publicly accessible on your company website. CarbonPass provides a public Carbon Passport page you can link to in any tender.
What if I do not have historical emissions data?
No problem. You can use your current year as your baseline. CarbonPass helps you estimate where data is missing using industry benchmarks.
Are there local council carbon requirements in Derby?
While PPN 006 is a central government requirement, many local councils are adopting similar carbon reporting standards. Check your local authority procurement requirements as well.
How much does a CRP cost for businesses in Derby?
CarbonPass starts from £199/year for businesses anywhere in the UK including Derby. No in-person visits required — everything is done online.