Planet Mark Membership Strengthens Cork Hygiene’s Sustainability Commitment

We are proud to share that Cork Hygiene is now fully certified under Planet Mark, reinforcing our commitment to environmental progress and responsible business practice. Becoming part of this recognised certification programme allows us to measure our environmental impact accurately and improve year on year. For our customers, suppliers and staff, this represents visible progress rather than broad statements, and it strengthens confidence in how we operate as a hygiene supplier.

Planet Mark focuses on measurable environmental action through annual assessment. By recording our footprint, we can see where change is needed and where positive results are taking place. For us, this includes reducing emissions linked to energy use, fuel consumption and transport activity. Having this data ensures we act based on evidence rather than assumption, creating goals that are realistic, trackable and part of everyday decision-making.

Our certification sits alongside wider progress within the Jangro network. Across many sites, measurable improvements are now taking place, from reduced waste volumes to higher recycling rates. Being part of this helps drive improvement within our own organisation while contributing to collective industry-wide progress.

Planet Mark certification also aligns with the development of more environmentally considerate product ranges. Our supply chain now features products that take environmental impact more seriously, including options that reduce packaging, minimise chemical load or use improved materials. This gives our customers access to solutions that support cleaner working environments without compromising performance.

Transparency is important to us, and Planet Mark strengthens this further. Annual reporting provides clear insight into our results, and the ability to compare year on year gives accountability. This allows us to set targets confidently, as outcomes can be reviewed against recorded figures. Customers and suppliers also gain greater visibility, which we believe is important when selecting a responsible hygiene partner.

Education supports long-lasting change, so our involvement includes access to carbon literacy training. Staff can make informed decisions across all areas of their role, including stock handling, transport planning and resource use. This knowledge helps sustainability run through daily operations rather than occasional campaigns.

Planet Mark also connects directly to recognised international objectives. Across the full network, actions have contributed towards goals relating to cleaner water, responsible consumption, improved community environments and climate action. Donations made to the Eden Project highlight how measurable environmental results can sit alongside wider community benefit. Being part of this approach gives us purpose beyond internal metrics.

Our membership strengthens our future direction. Procurement requirements within commercial environments are placing increased focus on sustainability, evidence and reporting. Holding Planet Mark certification demonstrates that our actions are documented, traceable and audited, giving reassurance to organisations that want responsible suppliers.

Most importantly, this certification gives us structure. It means we can identify areas for improvement quickly, set goals with confidence and review impact openly. We intend to continue reducing emissions, developing cleaner product options, improving local environmental outcomes and supporting responsible choices across our network of customers and partners.

Planet Mark membership represents a meaningful step for Cork Hygiene. We will continue working hard to record our progress, improve our position each year and support customers who want suppliers that make responsible decisions. Sustainability remains central to our ongoing development, and our certification helps ensure that improvement remains steady, transparent and measurable.