A chemical supplier in Wiltshire has reduced its carbon emissions after securing funding from Lombard Asset Finance.

Corsham-based Glentham Life Sciences cut emission across its operations after securing the £135,000 funding package. Lombard, which is part of NatWest, has allowed the company to install solar panels at its warehouse, in turn reducing its carbon footprint, while also advancing growth by lowering monthly outgoings.

Founded in 2013, Glentham Life Sciences boasts a team of 27 staff members who are responsible for sourcing and supplying fine chemicals and raw materials to a global client base. Holding contracts with medical diagnostic and pharmaceutical brands, the firm played a role in developing the chemical materials used within COVID-19 testing kits throughout the pandemic.

The company was founded by school friends Sam White and Nick Zieleniewski, who decided to launch the business at age 24, after spotting a gap in the market.

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The recent funding follows previous support packages from Lombard which enabled Glentham Life Sciences to purchase two warehouse premises. The new solar panel installation will enable the company’s Corsham base to become fully self-sufficient by generating clean and renewable electricity on-site, including feeding surplus energy back to the grid.

Mr White, director at Glentham Life Sciences, said: “Since the day we launched, we’ve always prioritised being a socially responsible business over anything else.

“This ambition is a thread that runs through every aspect of Glentham Life Sciences, from the products we produce, to our employment policies and our office premises. Our new solar panels will enable us to take a significant step towards our goal of becoming a fully net zero operation and we’re grateful for Lombard’s continued support in making that happen.”

The firm has a longstanding commitment to improving the environmental output of both the business and its site, having planted trees and wildflowers to create a healthy eco-system in the land surrounding the warehouse. In recent years, Glentham Life Sciences expanded the business abroad, opening a second base in Germany to cater to its growing pool of EU customers.

Jason Holness, senior relationship manager at Lombard, added: “Glentham Life Sciences are one of the major players in the fine chemical world and it’s incredibly inspirational to see such an industry leading firm remain focussed on creating a positive legacy.

“We’ve worked with Sam and Nick for nearly a decade, supporting their vision as they continue to expand into new markets. Innovation is at the forefront of their business and it’s exciting to be part of their journey. Facilitating business growth is our primary aim and the team look forward to working with Glentham Life Sciences as they continue to lead the way in the sector.”

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