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Our Green Team is passionate about making a positive difference across the firm.

From launching campaigns and competitions to developing new ideas and initiatives, the team is always looking for ways to encourage sustainable thinking and inspire action. As well as driving environmental projects, Green Team members regularly write articles for our colleagues. We thought that some of these insights were too good to keep to ourselves, and hope they'll inspire ideas and conversations of your own.

No Mow May

Leah Merrifield
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Spring has sprung and so have wildflowers, bees and butterflies! This May we are encouraging everyone to get involved in No Mow May by letting lawns and grassy areas grow wild for nature. What is No Mow May? No Mow May is an annual event run by...

Earth Day 2026

Ann Barrasso
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Today is Earth Day, a chance to pause and reflect on the role each of us plays in shaping a more sustainable future. This year's Earth Day theme is 'Our Power, Our Planet' and reminds us that meaningful environmental progress isn't just...

Plastic-Free Beauty

Laura Mulley
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Did you know that the beauty industry produces over 120 billion units of packaging globally each year? Most of it is plastic and much of it isn’t recyclable. From shampoo bottles to face cream tubs, plastic packaging contributes significantly to...

Kickstart the Year with Veganuary

Kara Davey
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Veganuary is the perfect opportunity to try something new and do your bit for the planet, animals, and even your health. The idea is simple: try eating vegan for the month of January. Not ready to go all-in? No problem! Even small steps, like...

Go Green This Halloween

Helen Hendry
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Halloween is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the world, but it can also be a little scary for the planet. With a bit of planning and some conscious choices, you can enjoy the festivities sustainably by reducing waste and minimising your carbon...

Don't Step on a Bee Day

Leah Merrifield
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Today is Don’t Step on a Bee Day! A light-hearted reminder with a serious message. As summer brings us outdoors, it’s easy to forget the tiny workers beneath our feet and their crucial role in our environment. Whether you’re on a lunchtime...

Redecorating the Green Way

Laura Mulley
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If you're thinking about refreshing your space, before reaching for the flat-pack consider giving your home a stylish update that’s kinder to the planet. Green decorating isn’t just good for the environment, it often leads to more...

Eco-Friendly Travel: Seven Easy Ways to Reduce Your Holiday Footprint

Laura Mulley
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Whether you’re jetting off to far away shores or staying closer to home, there are plenty of simple, eco-friendly choices that can help reduce the environmental impact of your holiday. Here are a few tips from the Green Team to help you travel more...

Earth Day 2025

Ann Barrasso
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Today marks  Earth Day , a global reminder of the importance of protecting our planet, and an opportunity for us all to reflect on the choices we make. This year’s theme is Renewable Energy! A topic more relevant than ever as we look towards a...

Global Recycling Day 2025

Nicola Grange
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As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, the Green Team is excited to announce that The Big Plastic Count 2025 is approaching. This nationwide initiative empowers individuals and organisations to track their plastic waste over a...

Sharewear & Secondhand Shopping

Beth Wallace
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At Roythornes, we support the Sharewear Clothing Scheme. They offer free-of-charge clothing choices to people in economic difficulty, using a combination of a referral system for individuals and an outreach service for organisations. Winter is tough,...