By now we are all familiar with the devastating effect on health that has resulted from coronavirus. The virus, originating in Wuhan, China, has spread into a global pandemic. The restrictions introduced in multiple countries have led to a significant lifestyle change for many of us. A Social Shift Working from home, social distancing and […]
At the time of writing this, Boris Johnson announced that everyone should be working from home wherever possible to minimise the spread of Covid-19. Countries around the world are either in lockdown or strongly advising that everyone avoids social contact wherever possible. We at Green Element are fortunate enough to be able to work from […]
Multiple bins and different plastics cause confusion over recycling. However, recycling for businesses not only reduces our impact on the planet but offers savings and benefits to business as well. Use our top tips to make recycling for businesses simple and enjoy a more sustainable future. Protecting the planet The less that is recycled, the […]
When it comes to greenhouse gas emissions, we are all familiar with the significant impact of transportation, heavy industry and power. However, one hidden source has slipped under the radar, despite most of us using it every single day, the carbon impact of the Internet. According to Nature, if the internet was a country, it would […]
The accelerating rate of climate change and environmental degradation demands organisations take action to embed sustainability. The need for integrated sustainability within business is becoming increasingly urgent. We have designed a coaching programme: Sustainability Solved™ by Will Richardson to encourage organisations to have internal sustainability leaders. Why is it important to embed sustainability? Some have […]
Many businesses are switching to sustainable practices in response to concerns over climate change and the consequences on our environment. In fact, the State of Green Business Report 2018 found that 60% of global companies are proactively investing in strategies to reduce their environmental impacts. Not only does this lower harmful emissions, but it can […]
What is a SME Sustainability Impact Assessment? Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) can find it particularly difficult to assess and reduce their environmental impact due to lack of resources, money and expertise. Green Element understands these obstacles and has created a package designed to make sustainability simple for SMEs. What are the benefits of Green […]
World Environment Day took place on the 5th of June. Read our blog post to see what we got up to.
Nicky Roeber, Online Horticultural Expert at Wyevale Garden Centres, shares his insight into the Attenborough effect and how we can create more eco-friendly gardens. Gardening is not only very trendy right now, but it is a great way to become more eco-friendly, particularly if you grow your own fruits and vegetables rather than buying them […]
