At the heart of our work as carbon accounting specialists lies a journey of exploration. This year, we’ve been crunching numbers for our clients’ carbon emissions and our own business. It’s been enlightening, sparking discussions about business savings and how each of us can make a difference personally.
Now, the Festive Season? It’s all about joy, parties, and family shenanigans. But here’s the twist: while we’re popping crackers and sipping wine, we’re adding a greater load to the environment—more energy, more food, more waste, more travel, and yes, less in the bank account!
It’s not all doom and gloom because small, mindful steps can lead to substantial collective strides in reducing our carbon footprint. It’s doable, it’s impactful, and it’s something each of us can contribute to.
Speaking of impact, sustainability claims are all the rage nowadays. Many brands talk the talk, but can they walk the walk? That’s where the proof lies: In the pudding. If your 2024 resolution is to kick some sustainability goals and lead the pack, measuring emissions and setting reduction targets is key. As for your team? They’re the secret sauce. Getting them on board now can set the stage for a greener future and a more successful transition.
This Festive Season, let’s embrace personal responsibility and set the tone for a sustainable journey. It’s not just about saying the words—it’s about living them. Let’s make sustainability an adventure we embark on together, one that’s not only meaningful but also a lot of fun.
So we pulled together some suggestions from our team to yours for 12 days of sustainable Christmas. We know you can’t do them all, but if we can all do a few, that’s better than none. We’re accountants, we know the maths.
- Sprinkle some eco-friendly magic with digital gift cards, unforgettable experiences and some love for local market producers and artisans.
- Gifts dressed to impress! Wrap them up in fabric, reusable gift bags or recycled paper. Sustainable gifting has never looked so good.
- Shine brighter by switching to LED tree lights; energy efficient, lower bills and longer bulb life. What a bright idea!
- Spruce up your space with natural elements and give your existing plants a festive makeover. Green and Glam!
- Dial down the excess! Avoid over-catering your Christmas shindigs because, let’s face it, leftovers have a shelf life too! Quality over quantity.
- If the guests don’t devour it all, toss the leftovers into a compost bin and turn those scraps into nourishing superheroes your plants will enjoy.
- A potted Tree is the green, grand and gloriously reusable gift this season.
- Think outside the gift box and make a charitable splash! Donate in the name of giving because sometimes the best gifts are wrapped.
- Party-bound? Car-pool, uber-pool or get public transport to your festive function. You could end up with some car-caroling karaoke too!
- Saving the planet is as stylish as it gets, so don’t be tempted by disposal and use reusable tableware. Let’s dine fine, not dump!
- Turn those unwanted treasures into charitable pleasures. Giving is the new black. Donate to a charity rather than donating to the bin.
- Embrace minimalist decor or opt for natural elements, potted plants that can be composted or get the kids foraging and being creative.
Don’t stop at Christmas; continue into the new year with a commitment to reducing waste and adopting more sustainable practices! We’re here to help you measure the changes you make, contact us to get measuring.
