Supply Chain Decarbonisation: Play It Green’s Guide
Supply Chain Decarbonisation: Introduction Supply chain decarbonisation is now a strategic priority for any business with climate targets, ESG ambitions, or customers asking questions. For most companies, Scope 3 emissions, those from suppliers, transport, and purchased services, make up over 70% of their footprint. So if you’re not tackling your supply chain, you’re not tackling […]
Complete Online: New Member
Complete Online: Introduction We’re delighted to welcome Complete Online, a multi-award-winning digital agency based in Lancashire, to the Play It Green community! Founded by Tom Smith in 2009, Complete has delivered over 4,000 successful digital projects. From websites and branding to full campaigns, their mission is to help businesses grow through creative partnerships, integrity, and […]
Inspiring Sustainability News for 4th August
Sustainability News for 4th August: Introduction Welcome to your Sustainability News for 4th August, where optimism meets action. The headlines may be dominated by heatwaves and setbacks, but here at Play It Green, we bring you stories of progress, resilience, and tangible impact. This week, we’re bringing you three stories that show positive changes happening […]
Eco-Friendly Insect Repellents: Perfect Bug Control
Eco-friendly insect repellents: Introduction Eco-friendly insect repellents are your ticket to a bite-free summer without poisoning the planet in the process. Whether you’re camping, gardening, or trying to enjoy a barbecue without being eaten alive, traditional bug sprays can do more harm than the insects themselves. Packed with synthetic chemicals and wrapped in single-use plastic, […]
Nature Repair Report for July 2025
Nature Repair Report for July 2025: Introduction Welcome to the Nature Repair Report for July 2025, where we shine a light on the impact of agroforestry in Kédougou and Dakately, Senegal. With the support of the Play It Green community, thousands of farming families are restoring the land, increasing food and income security, and building […]
Best Sustainability News for 28th July
Sustainability News for 28th July: Introduction Welcome to your Sustainability News for 28th July, where we spotlight stories that don’t just lift spirits but offer real-world solutions. From Paris’s famous river making waves again to seaweed-based ink and AI-powered berries, this week shows that progress comes in all shapes, and sometimes smells a bit like […]
Sustainable Toilet Cleaner: Flush Away the Impact
Sustainable Toilet Cleaner: Introduction Let’s be honest: cleaning the loo isn’t topping anyone’s list of favourite jobs. But choosing a sustainable toilet cleaner? That might just be the most heroic thing you do today. Sustainable toilet cleaner might not sound glamorous, but it tackles one of the most chemically polluting corners of the home. Most […]
UK Industrial Strategy 2025: Big Changes Ahead
UK Industrial Strategy 2025: Introduction The UK Industrial Strategy 2025 is about to shake up the business landscape. From energy bills to innovation funding, clean power to sector growth, the government’s 10-year plan sets a clear direction. For business leaders, the message is simple: change is coming, and those who prepare will benefit. In this […]
Breeze Workspace x Play It Green: New Member
Breeze Workspace: Introduction We’re delighted to welcome Breeze Workspace, the office pod and workspace specialists, to the Play It Green community. Founded by Josh Blackhurst, Breeze Workspace is transforming the way we work. From supplying new and pre-used soundproof phonebooths and meeting pods, to workspace consultancy and holistic support services, Breeze helps modern offices become […]
Top 5 Sustainability Innovations of 2025 (so far)
Top 5 Sustainability Innovations: Introduction We’re doing something a bit different for this week’s sustainability news. Rather than the usual three inspiring stories, we are showcasing our top 5 sustainability innovations of 2025. These are breakthroughs with real-world impact. From carbon-removing seawater to transparent supply chains and packaging made from peas, these ideas are already […]
Sustainable Phone Cases: Pocket Green Style
Sustainable Phone Cases: Introduction Most traditional phone cases end up in landfill long after the phone is upgraded or dropped in a pint and that’s where sustainable phone cases step in. Made from natural, recycled or compostable materials, they offer planet-friendly protection without sacrificing style. This week, we’re looking at the history of phone cases, […]
Climate Risk: What Businesses Must Know
Climate Risk: Introduction Climate risk isn’t a problem for tomorrow. It’s already showing up in insurance renewals, cancelled shipments, broken supply chains, and shrinking profit margins. The US is now spending close to $1 trillion a year cleaning up after climate-related disasters. In Europe, losses from floods, storms, and heatwaves hit €162 billion in just […]
Sustainability News for 14th July
Sustainability News for 14th July: Introduction Welcome to your Sustainability News for 14th July, proof that progress never sleeps. While headlines often lean into crisis, we bring you the breakthroughs that spark optimism. From game-changing hydrogen engines to nuclear mini marvels and microbial alchemy, this week shows what happens when science gets serious about sustainability. […]
Sustainable Hammocks: The Great Green Way to Chill
Sustainable Hammocks: Introduction Sustainable hammocks are fast becoming the greenest way to chill, offering a comfortable, stylish spot to relax while protecting the planet. Whether in your garden or on a camping trip, choosing sustainable hammocks means supporting materials and production methods that reduce environmental harm. These eco-friendly swings let you unwind with a clear […]
Net Zero Pledges: How To Make Them Count
Net Zero Pledges: Introduction Net zero pledges have become the standard commitment for businesses worldwide. But not all pledges carry the same weight. For your business to make real progress and maintain credibility, it is vital to understand what these pledges involve, how they differ, and what to expect in practice. A recent chart from […]
Latest Sustainability News for 7th July
Sustainability News for 7th July: Introduction Welcome to your Sustainability News for 7th July. If you’re tired of doomscrolling, here’s your remedy: three stories showing how everyday choices and bold ideas are reshaping our world. From renters driving the demand for eco upgrades to Chanel getting serious about circularity, there’s more progress than headlines would […]
Eco-Friendly Sponges: Clean Smarter, Live Greener
Eco-Friendly Sponges: Introduction Eco-Friendly sponges are an easy way to keep your home spotless while reducing plastic waste and pollution. Most kitchen sponges are made from synthetic materials that can take centuries to break down, contributing to the global plastic crisis. Thankfully, greener alternatives made from natural fibres and compostable materials are making a comeback. […]
Circular Economy for Business: Waste Into Value
Circular Economy for Business: Introduction The circular economy offers businesses a practical route to reduce costs, cut waste, and boost resilience. By shifting away from the traditional take-make-dispose model, businesses can create closed loops that keep materials in use for longer, reduce reliance on raw materials, and meet growing regulatory and consumer expectations. At Play […]
Great Sustainability News for 30th June
Sustainability News for 30th June: Introduction We’re bombarded daily with grim climate headlines, but the Sustainability News for 30th June flips the script, shining a light on bold, hopeful action. Scotland is pioneering laws to protect nature, puffins are thriving against the odds, and cities are teaming up to tackle climate risks. These stories should […]
Sustainable Sun Hats: Shade Without the Footprint
Sustainable Sun Hats: Introduction Sustainable sun hats are the summer essential you didn’t know could help save the planet. From shady walks to sandy beaches, they protect your head and face. But many come with hidden costs: synthetic fibres, plastic waste, and poor working conditions. This summer, it’s time to wear your values as well […]
Nature Repair Report for June 2025: Proof, Not Words
Nature Repair Report for June 2025: Introduction At Play It Green, our Nature Repair Report for June 2025 focuses on proof, not promises, backed by hard data, local jobs, and nature brought back to life. That’s why we’ve built something better than “gold standard”. We call it best standard. It’s about real jobs, thriving ecosystems, […]
Koba x Play It Green: New Member
Koba : Introduction Great news, Koba has joined Play It Green! Koba is transforming the way businesses think about office space by putting sustainability at the core of their flexible workspace offering. Their premium office spaces are designed and operated to reduce environmental impact through smart energy use and eco-friendly materials, creating workspaces that are […]
Sustainability News for 23rd June
Sustainability News for 23rd June: Introduction Welcome to your Sustainability News for 23rd June, where we shine a light on progress, positivity and planet-friendly action. With mainstream headlines full of doom, it’s easy to miss the real stories of hope, stories our Play It Green community thrives on. Every week, we uncover how people, businesses […]
Eco-Friendly Sunscreen: Happy Skin, Happy Sea
Eco-Friendly Sunscreen: Introduction Eco-friendly sunscreen is your skin’s summer saviour and the ocean’s secret ally. Most of us slap it on without a second thought, but many traditional sunscreens are quietly wreaking havoc on coral reefs and marine life. This week, we’re diving into the slippery world of sun cream to find out why it […]
Sustainable Development Goals for Business
Sustainable Development Goals: Introduction The Sustainable Development Goals for Business look at business ways to apply the goals. These goals were meant for everyone, not just governments and global agencies. For businesses, they offer a way to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters: people, the planet, and a future worth building. […]
Sustainability News for 16th June
Sustainability News for 16th June: Introduction Welcome to the Sustainability News for 16th June, your antidote to doom-scrolling and corporate greenwash. The Play It Green community is once again celebrating progress, proving that clean energy and smart policy are more than pipe dreams. We’ve got three major wins to shout about: a visionary shift in […]
Sustainable Water Bottles: Sip Smart, Waste Less
Sustainable Water Bottles: Introduction Sustainable water bottles are everywhere these days, but just because they’re reusable doesn’t mean they’re sustainable. If your collection could hydrate a small army, it might be time to rethink the bottle obsession. Especially when some of the most popular TikTok-friendly options are fuelling the same overconsumption they claim to solve. […]
Licensed Trade Charity x Play It Green
Licensed Trade Charity: Introduction We’re thrilled to welcome the Licensed Trade Charity to the Play It Green community as our newest Giving Partner! For over 230 years, the Licensed Trade Charity has provided vital support to people working in the UK’s pubs, bars, breweries, and drinks industry. From mental health and wellbeing services to housing, […]
Business Framework for Climate Adaptation
Business Framework for Climate Adaptation: Introduction The Business Framework for Climate Adaptation helps companies respond to risk without falling into panic or paralysis. And let’s be honest, between floods, fires, supply chain meltdowns, and wild weather ruining event plans, there’s plenty to prepare for. But there’s a reason to act that goes beyond survival. Climate […]
Bids Partner x Play It Green: New Member
Bids Partner: Introduction We’re delighted to welcome Bids Partner, the bid consultancy led by Stuart Naylor, to the Play It Green community. Based in the Northwest, Bids Partner helps businesses grow by winning work through expertly written bids, tenders, and frameworks. From construction to care and everything in between, Stuart and his team have supported […]