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Plastic Overshoot Day: A wake-up call for our planet
Plastic pollution continues to be a pressing issue threatening our environment, with its adverse effects reverberating across the globe. Recently, a significant milestone was reached – Plastic Overshoot Day. In this blog, we delve into the significance of this event and explore the urgent need for collective action to address the plastic crisis and protect our planet.
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How to make a difference: the power of business as a force for good with B Corp’s James Perry
Perry is a board member/co-founder of B Lab UK and a co-founder of Cook, the frozen-food company that’s won countless Great Taste Awards. He also co-founded the B Corp movement in the UK. In addition, he’s a founding partner of Snowball, the ethical investment company, and Executive Director of the charity Panahpur.
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Striking NASA videos reveal alarming buildup of CO2 emissions in our atmosphere
As Net-Zero Week kicks off, it's essential to acknowledge the pressing issue of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and their impact on our planet. A recent article by Carbon Brief highlights the release of striking new videos from NASA, that depict the rapid buildup of CO2 in our atmosphere.
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Recycling Promotional Material for a Sustainable Future: Insights from Bruce Bratley's talk at the BPMA Sustainability Conference
Last Thursday Bruce attended the BPMA Sustainability Conference to give a talk about how businesses can recycle their promotional material.
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First Mile partners with logistics company Stuart for zero-emission deliveries in Greater London
First Mile partners with urban logistics company Stuart to improve delivery efficiency as part of decarbonising operations.
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Your guide to achieving net zero: Stuart McLachlan from Anthesis explains
Recently, our CEO and host of First Mile's Climate Heroes podcast, Bruce Bratley, was joined by sustainability expert Stuart McLachlan (co-founder and CEO of Anthesis) to discuss this crucial topic.
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First Mile is now B Corp Certified
We’re pleased to announce that we’re now B Corp Certified, marking a major milestone in our sustainability journey. We’re also proud to be one of the first companies in the waste management industry to receive certification.
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10 easy ways for your business to go green in 2023
If you want your business to go greener this year, here are 10 planet-saving ideas to inspire you!
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