A WREXHAM-based business has appointed an internal Environmental Action Group to drive its sustainability goals and pledge for a greener future.

Archwood Group, based in Chirk, is a manufacturer of timber products with two trading brands: Richard Burbidge, a manufacturer and supplier of stairparts, decking accessories and decorative mouldings, and Atkinson & Kirby, which supplies premium hardwood flooring.

Amid a turbulent year for the timber trade, Archwood Group has appointed an Environmental Action Group to drive its sustainability agenda with the aim to reduce carbon emissions.

Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing businesses across the globe and a total review of operations is critical to ensure businesses are operating as sustainably at possible.

The impact of climate change combined with the pandemic and Brexit has had a huge impact on the timber industry, with shortages widely publicised and both builders and consumers struggling to get their hands on supplies.

Archwood Group says its appointment of the Environment Action Group demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental best practice and environmental responsibility.

The action group is working towards the ultimate goal of reducing carbon emissions and is currently reviewing its environmental impact. From this, the group will ascertain a baseline and develop a carbon footprint management plan which sets clear measurable objectives, targets and timescales to becoming net zero.

Sophie Peach, non-executive director of Archwood Group, said: “The aim of the group is to ensure progression towards the wider business objectives and to ensure everyone is actively participating and driving environmental action across the business.

"It is also a response to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals which state that for the future of the planet it is the responsibility of governments and businesses around the world to ensure they minimise destructive effects on the environment."