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Cleaning up carbon
At Here, sustainability isn’t just an obligation—it’s an opportunity to create meaningful impact. As a proud B Corp, we are dedicated to balancing profit with purpose, and our commitment to achieving net-zero emissions is a critical part of that journey.
Progress So Far
The past year has been pivotal in laying the groundwork for our net-zero ambitions. Key milestones include:
- Switching to Renewable Energy – We transitioned our studio to a renewable energy tariff, significantly reducing our Scope 2 emissions.
- Embedding Sustainability in Design – We’ve deepened our commitment to sustainable materials and processes, ensuring that environmental responsibility is considered at every stage of our work.
These steps have strengthened our foundations, setting us up to take more ambitious action.
The Next Steps
Looking ahead, we are focused on refining and expanding our approach:
- Quantifying Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions – To take meaningful action, we need precise data. We plan to collaborate with C-Free, an organisation that helps businesses measure and mitigate their carbon impact. Their tailored solutions will enable us to identify and address emissions across our energy use and supply chain.
- Enhancing Emission Reduction Strategies – Armed with clearer insights, we will refine our approach, prioritising long-term, systemic reductions in key impact areas.
A Collective Call to Action
Our journey to net zero isn’t just about our own business—it’s about the role of design in shaping a more sustainable world. By sharing our progress and challenges transparently, we hope to encourage others in our industry to take bold action.
Our two specific sustainable products, Brand Sustainability and Material Roadmap are designed to accelerate driving this change for the businesses and brands of our our own clients.
At Here, we are committed to making responsible choices, embedding sustainability into every aspect of our work, and expanding our pro-bono efforts to drive positive change. Achieving net zero isn’t just about reducing emissions—it’s about proving that design can be a force for good.
Together, we can create a future where beauty and responsibility go hand in hand.
Impact Summaries
Environment
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Switching to Renewable Energy – We transitioned our studio to a renewable energy tariff, significantly reducing our Scope 2 emissions.
- Embedding Sustainability in Design – We’ve deepened our commitment to sustainable materials and processes, ensuring that environmental responsibility is considered at every stage of our work.
THE FUTURE
- Quantifying Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions – To take meaningful action, we need precise data. We plan to collaborate with C-Free, an organisation that helps businesses measure and mitigate their carbon impact. Their tailored solutions will enable us to identify and address emissions across our energy use and supply chain.
- Enhancing Emission Reduction Strategies – Armed with clearer insights, we will refine our approach, prioritising long-term, systemic reductions in key impact areas.