The rainforest charity Cool Earth has just got greener

If a charity protects thousands of acres of endangered rainforest and prevents millions of tonnes of CO₂ emissions, does it need a certificate to show it's sustainable?

Well that's where Planet Positive has shed some light and helped Cool Earth become more sustainable right at its grass roots. In other words like most other organisation we use electricity, computers, photocopiers, couriers and office space and now we've been certified for doing this in the most efficient way possible.

As part of Cool Earth's certification, the charity has formed a mission statement which even includes making sure staff overhaul the office for any recycling opportunities. Old papers left in cupboards and batteries in drawers will all be re-used.

Planet Positive's certification of course goes much further than these basic measures. As well as measuring your carbon footprint the internationally recognised certification involves promoting and developing sustainable business solutions and practices. Through the Planet Positive Foundation, many of its clients, such as Ambius and Suscon are protecting rainforest with Cool Earth, helping to fight climate change while supporting indigenous communities.

No matter how green you think you are as an organisation, the Planet Positive certification process can show you how you can reduce your costs and emissions to achieve a high environmental status.

Top tip of the month from Planet Positive: Make it company policy to set double-sided (duplex) printing as the default.

Fact of the Month: Even though approximately 70% of office waste IS recyclable, only 8% actually GETS recycled in the UK.

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