Optical bodies lead sustainability pledge

A consortium of optical bodies have joined forces to cut carbon emissions and waste, and establish sustainable practices, with an aim to meet UK climate change targets.

Partners have agreed to implement changes by late May, ready for the next intended meeting where each will share a review of impacts, lessons learnt and ideas for improved practices, according to the Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO).

Association of Optometrists’ (AOP) chief executive, Adam Sampson, said: ‘All aspects of the industry must do their part to take vital action on environmental sustainability. We’re pleased to be part of this group and to be looking at the critical steps to reduce waste and improve sustainability to support our members, and the wider profession, to set and reach tangible goals.’