Ecosystem Services: applying the concept to the environmental crisis (Part II)
By Kyoko Yamafuji and Madeleine Woods Since its introduction, the term “ecosystem services” has come to play a central role in environmental management, becoming somewhat of a catch-phrase when people...
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Why is Eating Meat Bad for the Environment?
It is not new information that eating meat is bad for the environment. The real question is: why is eating meat bad for the environment? In an age where people are beginning to consider their personal...
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Sustainability in the Fashion Industry: How To Be A Sustainable Fashion Brand
Sustainable fashion refers to clothing that is designed, produced, distributed, and used in a way that has minimal impact on the planet – and it’s arguably one of the biggest issues facing the fashion...
View ArticleThe Reality of Carbon Offsetting
A new investigation by the Guardian, Die Zeit, and SourceMaterial revealed that more than 90% of the rainforest carbon offsets verified by leading carbon standard Verra did not reduce deforestation....
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Energy Saving Tips: how to save money on energy bills
40% of UK emissions come from households, meaning the energy we use in our homes has an important part to play in tackling the climate crisis. Becoming more energy-efficient will not only help save the...
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A Short Guide to Product Life Cycle Analyses
A Product Life Cycle Analysis is a process that measures the environmental impact of a commercial product, accounting for all stages of the product’s life cycle. The process evaluates various...
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Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): a short guide
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a groundbreaking regulatory framework introduced by the European Commission in November 2022. It aims to establish comprehensive standards for...
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A Short Guide to Sustainable Office Refurbishment
With buildings and infrastructure in the UK contributing approximately 25% to total UK greenhouse gas emissions, it’s crucial for organisations to prioritise sustainability when revamping their office...
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Green Element is a Founding Member of the Carbon Accounting Alliance
Along with our sister organisation Compare Your Footprint we are delighted to announce that we are a Founding Member of the Carbon Accounting Alliance! The Alliance was launched to encourage greater...
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Demystifying Digital Product Passports
In March 2022, the European Commission put forth a transformative proposal: the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This initiative outlines a comprehensive framework to champion...
View ArticleOur response to SBTi’s Board of Trustee’s announcement on use of carbon credits
Green Element Group uses the Science Based Targets initiative’s (SBTi) Corporate Net-Zero Standard to underpin net-zero and decarbonisation strategies for corporate clients and partners. We’re writing...
View ArticleDownload 2024 Carbon Conversion Factors
In July 2024, Defra published the eagerly-awaited 2024 updated set of carbon conversion factors. These are an updated set of greenhouse gas conversion factors for calculating carbon emissions across a...
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Green Element Group Appoints Nathan Wimble as New CEO to Drive Business Growth
London, 9th September 2024 — Green Element Group, a certified B Corporation dedicated to helping organisations manage their environmental impact, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Wimble...
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