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We encourage using second hand and refurbished
Tying in with current national sustainability in retail
initiatives, here are our nine current eco-initiatives:
Sustainable materials were investigated and, in
Boost, we replaced plastic cups with Vegware
cups. These compostable bioplastic cups are made
from plant sugars and printed using vegetable and
water based inks. Paper straws were introduced in
Boost long before they became a legal requirement
within the UK.
Ethical sourcing of products is a constant theme
in Tuck and Boost and making a conscious choice
is a standard supply policy. Fair Trade suppliers are
sourced and alternative chocolate choices stocked
with no palm oil such as Tony’s Chocolonely
chocolate bars.
Sustainable product offerings are sought.
Expanding ranges of eco-friendly products in
Elements, focusing on items made from sustainable
materials and produced through ethical processes
such as promoting organic shampoo bars.
We reduced our packaging waste. In Boost, we no
longer offer plastic lids on drinks.
goods so we started a Thrift Rail in Elements - the
equivalent of ‘Vinted’ was initiated. Students could
sell their unwanted clothes to members of the
school community.
We are paperless. In Boost, Tuck and Elements
we do not print receipts but there is an email
alternative, when requested.
Energy efficiency is embraced. The Enterprise
Centre was designed with energy-saving practices
in stores, such as using LED/sensor lighting that
switches on and off with movement sensors. We
have also purchased new kitchen gadgets which
have an energy efficient mode when not in use.
Waste management schemes were implemented.
Recycling programs in the Enterprise Centre and
reducing waste initiatives were started in Boost
and Tuck.
Recycling paper, tin, and plastic waste daily.
Our challenge, going forward, is to educate all our
customers - pupils, staff and community groups -
that sustainability is not a choice, but our future,
in spite of the price differences.
To conclude, the message is clear: Consumers
are driving businesses toward sustainable change,
and if your business isn’t promoting a genuine
sustainable retail agenda, consumers will find a
business that does.
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