COP25 debrief – what the UK needs to do as the world prepares for COP26 in Glasgow Thanks to our guest blogger this week, Susannah Littlewood, for this illuminating summary of COP25 and how the world is approaching the much-anticipated COP26 in Glasgow. Mid-December 2019 saw the two-week run of COP25 in Madrid. Delegates looked […]
When calculating an organisation’s carbon footprint, business travel contributes a significant amount to the final figure. Although this may not come as a shock, it does present opportunities to implement changes to achieve reductions. Initiatives like The Science Based Targets actual emission reductions are essential. Purchasing offsetting, does not count towards achieving Science Based Targets. 1. Avoid […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered, where do your discard plastic bottles end up? Purchasing a bottle of water and drinking it takes moments. Rarely, we consider the process involved in getting that bottle onto the shop floor. Let alone what happens to the empty single-use bottle once we are done using it. How is the dry […]
‘There will be more plastic in the ocean than fish by 2050’, says The Guardian. It’s clear that plastic pollution has become a complete travesty. Microplastics are recorded in our freshwater rivers, while toothbrushes wash up on our shores littering entire beaches. This not only looks displeasing, but the waste endangers species with chunks of […]
When considering data gathering you can be left feeling overwhelmed about many data dilemmas. However, our easy steps will transform the process, leaving you feeling in control. We will provide you with the templates needed not only to input data but to collect data from contractors. This will be using email templates and Excel sheets. […]
The 3rd of December marks International Disability Day which has been celebrated around the world since 1992. This year the theme is: ‘Promoting the participation of persons with disabilities and their leadership: taking action on the 2030 Development Agenda.’ This is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set out by the UN to be […]
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 […]
This month’s most legislation amendments: The Climate Change Act 2008 (2050 Target Amendment) Order 2019 The target has changed for the UK from 80% reduction to 100% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050. The Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme and Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2019 The main […]
How will The Guardian achieve net zero emissions by 2030? Green Element will help The Guardian to assess their carbon footprint and implement a plan to achieve their inspiring target of net zero by 2030. The Guardian understands that the climate crisis is the most urgent issue of our time. This is demonstrated by the […]