Smarter purchasing. Responsible choices.
We're committed to helping businesses make informed purchasing decisions through responsible supplier partnerships, environmentally preferable products and practical working practices.
Taking environmental responsibility seriously.
At Go2, we recognise the importance of protecting the environment and reducing the impact that business activities can have on the world around us.
As a supplier of office products, workplace essentials, furniture, workwear, printed stationery and promotional merchandise, we understand that the products businesses choose, how they are manufactured and how they are delivered can all contribute to their environmental footprint.
We are committed to making responsible purchasing easier by working with environmentally conscious suppliers, offering more sustainable product choices and continually looking for practical ways to improve.
Practical commitments. Informed choices.
We believe sustainability should be supported by clear information and achievable improvements. Our approach focuses on responsible sourcing, suitable product alternatives, efficient operations and transparent communication with our customers.
Three areas of focus.
Working with responsible suppliers, offering environmentally preferable products and operating efficiently.
Responsible Suppliers
All Go2 suppliers hold ISO 14001 certification, demonstrating the use of recognised environmental management systems.
Better Product Choices
Our range includes recycled, reusable and environmentally preferable products, helping customers consider alternatives to conventional options.
Efficient Operations
Paperless administration, hybrid working and direct supplier deliveries help us avoid unnecessary processes and handling.
Responsible Supplier Partnerships
Our suppliers play an important role in our environmental responsibilities.
All our suppliers are ISO 14001 certified, demonstrating that their environmental management systems have been independently assessed against an internationally recognised standard.
By working with suppliers that maintain these systems, we aim to support responsible business practices throughout our supply chain.
We recognise that environmental improvement is an ongoing process and will continue to consider sustainability when reviewing our supplier relationships.
Environmentally Preferable Products
We believe customers should have access to products that meet their business requirements while allowing them to consider environmental factors in their purchasing decisions.
Our product range includes a selection of recycled and environmentally preferable alternatives across various categories.
Depending on the product, these may include:
- Products manufactured using recycled materials.
- Recyclable and reusable products.
- Paper and stationery with recognised environmental credentials.
- Products designed to reduce waste or support longer-term use.
- Alternatives manufactured using materials with potentially lower environmental impacts.
Environmental characteristics vary between products and manufacturers. Specific claims about recycled content, certifications or recyclability should be supported by relevant product or supplier information.
Distribution and Deliveries
Go2 operates a supplier-direct distribution model, with products dispatched directly from our suppliers using their established courier and delivery networks.
This approach avoids the need for products to pass through an additional Go2 warehouse before reaching customers.
By removing this additional handling stage, our distribution model has the potential to reduce unnecessary product movements.
We recognise that the environmental impact of individual deliveries depends on factors including transport routes, shipment consolidation and courier operations.
We will continue to work with suppliers to identify practical opportunities for improvement.
Packaging and Waste
Packaging plays an important role in protecting products during storage and transportation, but it also contributes to material consumption and waste.
As our products are generally dispatched directly by suppliers, packaging materials and methods are primarily determined by those suppliers.
We support efforts to reduce unnecessary packaging, improve the use of recyclable materials and minimise waste wherever practical.
We also encourage customers to reuse or recycle packaging materials where suitable facilities are available.
Helping Customers Make Informed Choices
We recognise that sustainability requirements differ between organisations.
Some customers may prioritise recycled content, while others may focus on durability, reusability, packaging or recognised environmental certifications.
Our team aims to help customers identify products that meet their practical and commercial requirements while considering relevant environmental characteristics.
Where available, we can assist customers in obtaining product information from suppliers to support more informed purchasing decisions.
Responsible practices start with us.
Go2 operates through a combination of office-based and home-based working, without maintaining stockholding facilities or operating a warehouse.
Our administrative processes are paperless, with invoices, order confirmations and routine business documentation managed electronically. This reduces our reliance on printed paperwork and associated consumables.
Products are dispatched directly from suppliers using their established delivery networks, avoiding an additional stage of handling and redistribution through a Go2 warehouse.
We remain committed to using resources responsibly and identifying opportunities to minimise unnecessary waste as our business develops.
Our commitment to continuous improvement.
Sustainability is an ongoing responsibility rather than a single achievement. Go2 is committed to reviewing its working practices and identifying realistic opportunities to reduce waste, improve resource efficiency and support responsible purchasing.
- Maintaining relationships with ISO 14001-certified suppliers.
- Continuing to offer recycled and environmentally preferable product alternatives.
- Reducing avoidable waste and encouraging responsible resource use.
- Supporting efficient purchasing and distribution practices.
- Providing clear and accurate environmental product information.
- Reviewing opportunities to improve our environmental approach as the business develops.
We recognise that although much of our supply chain and distribution activity is managed by third-party suppliers, Go2 still has a responsibility to consider the environmental impact of its business decisions.
We aim to make practical, achievable improvements while balancing environmental considerations with product suitability, service reliability and value.
Better choices for your business.
Looking for recycled or environmentally preferable products? Speak to our team about the options available for your organisation.
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