My Commitment

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 I have always been committed to working as an inclusive and environmentally conscious Celebrant. I believe that ceremonies can also be mindful of their impact on the planet, and I aim to make sustainable choices accessible and achievable for all my clients.​

I see sustainability as an ongoing journey. I continue to learn, stay up to date with new ideas, and adapt my ways of working to reflect best practice. Along with being a member of the Sustainable Wedding Alliance, I also bank with Monzo bank, which is not only branchless, they have commited to being net Zero by 2030. 

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Responsible Operations: ​

I have implemented comprehensive recycling practices, across all office activities I have transitioned to environmentally conscious stationery, supplies, and ceremony materials. I have reduced reliance on paper by using digital documentation and communication wherever possible. Sustainable Partnerships & Community Engagement

I have collaborated with sustainability-focused industry networks, I have delivered sustainability resources and training within the celebrant community. Environmental Initiatives, I have introduced a tree-planting programme linked to each ceremony I deliver

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Current Priorities

Measuring Impact. I am calculating and monitoring carbon emissions across all activities (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) I am establishing a clear baseline to inform future reduction targets

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Planning & Strategy

I am developing a structured Carbon Reduction Action Plan  am identifying key areas for emissions reduction and efficiency improvements. Operational Improvements, I am prioritising electric heating over fossil-fuel-based alternatives where possible. I am expanding my digital offerings to reduce travel and material use

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Carbon Footprint

My current estimated annual emissions are approximately 1.1 tonnes CO₂e. This includes direct and indirect emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3). Calculations are based on a recognised carbon accounting tool by Netscape. This policy outlines how I bring sustainability into my day-to-day work, including

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Energy Use​

As a sole trader working from home, I have always taken a practical approach to reducing energy use​ . I use Octopus Energy, which supports renewable energy generation.  When heating is needed, I heat only the room I’m working in rather than the whole house. I switch off electrical equipment when it’s not in us. i choose energy-efficient lighting and devices where possible.

 Travel & Transport

​I aim to keep travel as low-impact as possible: I use a mix of in-person meetings, video calls, phone calls, and messaging. I carefully plan journeys and group appointments together. Most of my work takes place within Bucks, Northants and neighbouring counties. Where possible,

I will take the train, I keep my mileage to a minimum wherever I can.

 Paper & Resources​

I always strive to minimise waste and unnecessary material use. I work digitally wherever possible, including sharing and editing ceremony scripts. I keep printing to a minimum. When printing is needed, I use recycled or responsibly sourced paper.  reuse and recycle materials as part of my everyday work