Philosophy

I believe strongly in living life with the greater good in mind, striving for harmony with our environment as well as each other. I’m always keen to help further the aims of ethical and environmental organisations, using my creative abilities to make a positive impact.

I also put these principles into action in my everyday work…

Protecting the environment

Passionate about the natural world and its protection, I make a conscious effort to minimise the impact of my day-to-day business activities, for example by:

cycling or using public transport wherever possible
upgrading rather than replacing IT equipment
minimising printing and reusing paper
only purchasing FSC and recycled paper products
and recycling whatever I can.

Membership and donations

I’m the co-ordinator of Reading Green Drinks, which provides an opportunity for people interested in green and ethical issues to make useful new connections.

I belong to the Prince's Mayday Network on Climate Change, the UK's largest group of businesses that are taking a lead on climate change.

I’m also a member of the Kyocera Green Card Network, a community of organisations and individuals who are committed to minimising the impact of business activities on the environment.

In 2009, instead of sending Christmas cards to clients, partners and suppliers, I made a donation to the World Land Trust. This will permanently protect half an acre of threatened Atlantic Rainforest in Brazil. You can see my certificate here.

I also edit the Reading Green Party newsletter for free and have written copy for Green Party campaigns at the national level.

Supporting charities

For several years I've been a member of Connect Reading, which mobilises Reading-based businesses to support local charities.

Occasionally I take part in sponsored events for charity. For example in May 2010 I walked ten miles along the Thames and through Richmond Park to raise funds for disadvantaged children in Colombia with COTA.

Giving ethical organisations a helping hand

To support charities and ethical start-ups I’m usually willing to offer a discounted rate. Please contact me to find out more.