Sustainable Access Equipment for ESG-Conscious Teams

October 14, 2025

Supporting Compliance, Carbon Reduction, and Safer Working at Height

As sustainability becomes a core pillar of procurement and compliance strategy across UK workplaces, Health & Safety professionals are under increasing pressure to align their equipment choices with Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives.


From local authorities to industrial facilities and national contractors, ladder and steps selection is no longer just about function or price, it’s about demonstrating a measurable commitment to sustainability and safety.


Here’s how Lyte Ladders & Towers is helping teams meet their ESG targets without compromising on safety, stability, or standards:


Low-Carbon Aluminium as Standard

Every Lyte ladder is manufactured using Low Carbon Recycled Aluminium 4.0 for the rungs and treads, sourced in the UK with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. This not only reduces embedded emissions in your supply chain but also supports Scope 3 carbon reduction across your asset base:

✅ Up to 75% less embodied carbon
✅ Supports net zero plans and ISO 14001 accreditation


Made in the UK, Powered by Solar

Our Swansea-based manufacturing facility is powered by a 350kW solar installation, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and significantly lowering the environmental impact of each ladder we produce. UK-based production also cuts the emissions associated with overseas freight:

✅ Reduces transport-related emissions
✅ Strengthens UK-based supply chains and ethical labour practices


Repairable by Design, Not Disposable

Many Lyte products feature bolted, modular components that can be easily repaired or replaced. This allows companies to extend the lifecycle of their equipment and avoid unnecessary waste, which is a key consideration in circular procurement strategies.

✅ Supports sustainable maintenance practices
✅ Reduces waste-to-landfill and total cost of ownership


Fully Certified, Inspection-Ready Products

Lyte ladders and towers are backed by third-party certification, supported by downloadable inspection checklists and safety guidance to help you maintain compliance under WAHR.

✅ Easy to integrate into internal safety systems
✅ Enables stronger Governance reporting and due diligence trails


Part of a Holistic ESG Approach

We’re not just making ladders, we’re transforming our business to meet the demands of responsible, future-focused customers. Our ESG efforts span:

  • Environmental: Low-carbon materials, energy efficiency, waste reduction
  • Social: Staff wellbeing, supporting our community, UK manufacturing
  • Governance: Detailed policies, supplier codes of conduct, audit readiness

Lyte is an EcoVardis member, giving you further confidence in our ESG credentials.


Why It Matters for Your Role

Whether you're:

  • Overseeing access equipment in a safety-critical environment
  • Specifying suppliers within a procurement framework
  • Auditing equipment usage across multiple sites
  • Preparing for ESG reporting or compliance reviews

... your choice of working at height equipment must now align with both risk management and corporate responsibility.


The Safer, Greener Choice

From our repairable products, like MagnaStep stepladders or LytePod podium, every product is engineered to support both the people using it and the planet sustaining it.

By choosing Lyte, you’re choosing to:

  • Meet your safety obligations
  • Reduce your environmental impact
  • Strengthen your governance reporting
  • And deliver better value through longevity


Every safe step should leave a smaller footprint.

Contact us for specifications, inspection templates and guidance:
📧 sales@lyteladders.co.uk
📞 01792 796 666
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www.lyteladders.co.uk/sustainability


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