The Radstock-based company's plans mark a development of its environmental management system, which was recently accredited to ISO 14001.

The transactional mailing specialist is currently researching means of generating electricity, including using waste paper, as a source of fuel.

Broadway claimed that the company's aim to become energy self-sufficient would be of "huge benefit to the environment, and a large saving on costs".

He added that the company, which is FSC and PEFC accredited, had a responsibility to the environment.

"As a large user of electricity we can do more than most," he said.

The company's recently awarded ISO 14001 certification was achieved in the space of one year with the help of consultants Abricon.

Broadway acknowledged the importance of the award in helping to identify areas where CFH can improve, and in "demonstrating our continued environmental commitment to our customers".

"As a company, we have always taken sustainability extremely seriously," he added. "Our aim to become energy self-sufficient on our 10-acre site, hopefully within two years, is a clear commitment to reduce our carbon footprint."