Climate Perks

From 6 April 2026, NHS suppliers must achieve Evergreen Level 1 before submitting a tender. Find out what’s changed, what the assessment requires across net zero commitments, Carbon Reduction Plans and emissions reporting, and where suppliers are commonly falling short.

This guide explores how ESG has become a bid-winning strategy, why 2026 will be a turning point, where firms are struggling, and how ESG platforms like Flotilla’s help practices move from a compliance burden to a commercial advantage. 

UK sustainability regulation is entering a more structured phase in 2026. The focus is moving toward something more structured: clearer standards and more consistent disclosures, plus greater accountability across supply chains.