CDW leads by example with carbon neutral device refresh

Green-minded VAR takes further step towards 2040 Net Zero goals by refreshing 1,500 devices through HP-based scheme

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CDW UK & International has cemented its commitment to making true sustainable impact by refreshing its 1,500-strong end user device estate with new Windows laptops delivered through HP’s Carbon Neutral Computing Services.

Back in 2020, CDW set its Net Zero target for 2040 for its UK&I business, and in 2024 it gained approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for three near-term reduction goals across its global operations.

Through this latest partnership with HP, the move not only proves the firm practices what it preaches, but will ensure that the emissions associated with the full lifecycle of the 1,500 devices, including raw material extraction, manufacturing, transport, use, and end-of-service – are offset through third-party validated and verified carbon credits, selected and retired by HP.

Jon Steggles, sustainability and social value manager at CDW, said: “We continue to build an ever-improving sustainability posture for both our business and those we serve. This is another great demonstration of living our values and advancing our purpose-led, performance-driven approach.”

Nancy Powell, HP Manager for Sustainability UK&I and EMEA markets, welcomed the partnership.

“I see first-hand how alignment between HP and CDW is really valued by our mutual customers,” she said. “There are an increasing number of ways in which our collaboration is enabling real and measurable benefits. The decarbonisation journey is front of mind for all businesses, and I am always grateful to lean on the expertise of my peers in the Channel to meet this challenge together.”

Ben Laws, Director of PPM & marketing at CDW, added: “As a significant partner to HP in both UK & International markets, it has been great collaborating to ensure our new Windows end user device fleet is carbon neutral and supports our company’s Carbon Net Zero journey.”