Sustainability Policy
Running my business with people and the planet in mind
I’ve supported charities since childhood - from fundraising walks, runs, and bike rides to volunteering my time. I even did a tandem skydive once.
I carry those values into the way I run my business, thinking about the impact my decision s have on people, communities, and the environment.
When I came across the Organisation for Responsible Businesses, I applied to join immediately. As part of that, I committed to this pledge:
“I pledge to operate my business in an honest and ethical manner; to consider people and the environment when making business decisions; and endeavour to make a positive contribution to the local community and society at large.”
How I put these values into practice
I’m conscious that a small business isn’t going to solve the world’s environmental problems on its own. But I believe the choices we make individually are still important, and there are things I can do to reduce my impact and support causes / businesses that align with my values.
Some of these things I already do, others are things I’m still working towards.
Carbon emissions
Use a green energy supplier for heating and electricity.
Turn off lights, computers, and devices when they’re not in use.
Put on an extra layer before turning up the heating.
Clients and suppliers
Choose not to work with businesses linked to deforestation, fossil fuels, mining, tobacco, arms and weaponry, gambling, pornography, or poor animal welfare.
Where possible, choose to work with clients and suppliers whose values align with mine.
Use ethical banking where possible, avoiding those that fund fossil fuels, mining, arms or military activities.
Choose not to work with organisations that knowingly supports or are found to be involved in slavery, servitude or forced / compulsory labour.
Office supplies and materials
Recycle waste paper (note: confidential waste disposed of correctly).
Use refillable water bottles and eco-friendly household products.
Choose recycled or more environmentally responsible paper for commercial printing, where available.
Minimise single-use plastics.
How I work
Prioritise video calls where possible to avoid unnecessary travel.
Where an in-person meeting is needed, consider the most sustainable practical travel option.
Where possible, group in-person on the same day to reduce unnecessary journeys.
Giving back
Support local businesses and charities.
Volunteer or take part in charitable events.
Things I'm still working on
I’m not pretending I’ve got everything worked out. There are a few things I’d still like to improve on:
Introduce a percentage donation from sales to a planet-focused or local charity.
Do a litter pick for each new client.
Move more of my accounts to ethical banking.
Last updated: August 2026