Environmental Policy

At Parallax Plastics, we are committed to minimising the environmental impact of our operations and creating a more sustainable future for the equestrian industry.

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As a UK-based manufacturer of grooming and feeding products for horses, we recognise our responsibility to manage our environmental footprint across all areas of our business—from product development to packaging and distribution.

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Scope

This policy applies to all business activities carried out by Parallax Plastics, including manufacturing, warehousing, product development, office operations, and distribution.

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Our Commitments We are committed to:

- Complying with all relevant environmental legislation and regulations

- Minimising waste by reusing, recycling, and reducing packaging materials

- Continuously improving our product designs to reduce plastic usage and environmental impact

- Choosing materials and suppliers that align with sustainable and ethical practices

- Improving energy efficiency in our manufacturing and office facilities

- Reducing emissions associated with our transportation and delivery systems

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Objectives

- Transition to 100% recyclable packaging by 2026

- Reduce manufacturing waste by 20% over the next 2 years

- Introduce a product range made from recycled materials by 2025

- Encourage all suppliers to adopt their own sustainability policies by 2026

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Responsibility

Environmental performance is a shared responsibility at Parallax Plastics. Leadership is provided by senior management, with all employees encouraged to participate in sustainable practices and continuous improvement.

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Employee Engagement

We provide ongoing training and internal communication to raise environmental awareness and ensure staff understand how they can contribute to our goals.

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Monitoring & Review

This policy is reviewed annually to assess progress and set new targets. Environmental performance is monitored through internal audits and supplier reviews.

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Communication

This policy is available on our website and shared with all partners, customers, and stakeholders. We believe transparency is key to accountability and trust.

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Actions Taken

Parallax Plastics has already implemented several initiatives to reduce our environmental impact, including:

• Packaging Reduction: Replaced traditional blister and clamshell packaging with minimal, recyclable cardboard alternatives on key product lines.

• In-House Recycling: Established an internal recycling system for offcuts and waste plastics from our manufacturing process.

• UK-Based Manufacturing: By producing all our products in the UK, we significantly reduce transportation emissions and maintain better control over material sourcing.

• Bulk Shipping Strategy: Encouraging larger, consolidated orders from retailers to reduce the carbon footprint of frequent shipments.

• Supplier Vetting: Introduced environmental screening questions for all new suppliers to ensure they align with our values.

• Product Design Adjustments: Modified tooling and product shapes to minimise plastic use without compromising strength or function.

• Office Operations: Shifted to digital systems to reduce paper waste and implemented energy-efficient lighting and equipment in our workplace.