Environmental Policy
Connected Stories is committed to reducing its environmental impact and improving sustainability across all areas of its operations. We recognise our responsibility to the environment and strive to comply with all relevant environmental legislation, regulations, and best practices.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to:
- Reducing waste and improving recycling initiatives
- Minimising energy and water consumption
- Encouraging sustainable procurement practices
- Reducing carbon emissions associated with travel and operations
- Raising awareness and training employees on environmental responsibility
- Continuously monitoring and improving our environmental performance
Key Actions
- Waste reduction and recycling
- Implementing recycling schemes for paper, plastics, and electronics
- Encouraging digital documentation to reduce paper usage
- Proper disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with regulations
- Energy and water efficiency
- Switching to energy-efficient lighting and appliances
- Encouraging staff to turn off lights and equipment when not in use
- Monitoring water usage and fixing leaks promptly
- Sustainable procurement
- Sourcing eco-friendly products and suppliers where possible
- Reducing packaging waste and choosing recyclable materials
- Considering environmental impact when selecting vendors and procuring goods and services
- Travel and transportation
- Encouraging car-sharing, cycling, and the use of public transport
- Reducing unnecessary business travel through virtual meetings
- Promoting the use of electric or hybrid vehicles for work purposes
- Employee engagement and awareness
- Providing training and resources on sustainability practices
- Encouraging staff participation in green initiatives
- Seeking employee feedback on ways to improve environmental performance
- Development of materials
- Creating educational materials that promote environmental/sustainable practices
Monitoring & Review
Connected Stories will regularly review its environmental policy to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with any new environmental legislation. We will set measurable targets and report progress annually.
This policy is endorsed by senior management and is available to all employees, clients, and stakeholders.
Laura Kinsey, Director
Last updated April 2025
Next review due April 2027