The Big Picture
The environment's at the heart of all our work.
Welcome to the First Mile features and hot topics that make us tick.
Why Britain needs a greener future
With the recent election results adding yet more uncertainty to Britain’s future, one thing is clear: the UK now has an opportunity to lead the way in solving green issues.
First Mile sets out action plan to combat air pollution on Clean Air Day
London breached its air pollution limit for the whole of 2017 in just 5 days and it’s predicted the lives of more than 50,000 people in London alone will be cut short by air pollution by 2030.
First Mile receives first round of investment from GCP
It has been an exciting week at First Mile Headquarters, as we announce our first round of investment from private equity firm Growth Capital Partners!
Businesses have the power of choice in recycling
April marked the opening of Britain’s non-domestic water market allowing businesses to choose their water and wastewater supplier for the first time.
First Mile makes the 2017 #1000 companies to inspire Britain list
For the second year running, we are very proud to announce that First Mile has been identified in the London Stock Exchange Group’s ‘1000 companies to Inspire Britain’ report.
Going around in circles
There has been much discussion about the role of the circular economy and how it will transform recycling. Greater resource productivity can only be a good thing for industry and big brands are starting to take notice.
It needs to be easy to be green
Despite efforts to reduce CO2 levels, it’s been reported recently that global warming was practically the same in the first fifteen years of this century as it was from 1950-99.
First Mile: A day in the life
We had the privilege of taking part in the InspiresMe scheme a couple of weeks ago. This is a fantastic programme supported by the Mayor of London which looks to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and give them some valuable business experience. Gerda Tekoriute, a bright 18 year old from City & Islington college joined us and shares her week with First Mile below….
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