First for poultry practice in environment awards

Crowshall Veterinary Services has become the first 100% farm animal practice in the UK to achieve silver sustainability status in the Investors in the Environment (iiE) scheme.

The UK commercial poultry and game bird practice, based in Norfolk, made the status in its first year on iiE – a national accreditation scheme that helps businesses reduce their environmental impact.

To reach the status, Crowshall was thoroughly audited, which included its internal sustainability procedure, resource management system, and its veterinary services and accredited laboratory.

Successes

Achievements in the first year of the scheme that brought about the silver status included:

• Creation of a “green group”, containing all members of senior management – as well as representatives from veterinary, lab and administrative staff – to implement and oversee the sustainable agenda.
• 20% reduction in electricity, including investment in more efficient lighting and equipment.
• 8% reduction in water use.
• 46% reduction in total waste production, with transport significantly reduced by engaging in local waste contracts.

Vision

Crowshall Veterinary Services was founded by Claire Knott and Stephen Lister, with an ambition to provide “evidence-based, practical and compassionate veterinary care to the commercial poultry and game bird sectors”.It has a team of 11 vets and 25 lab, admin and technical staff.