As climate change accelerates, businesses have a vital role to play in reducing their carbon footprint and embracing sustainable practices. At hampers.com, we're dedicated to making a positive impact to people, communities and the planet. That's why we're proud to bring you 100% Carbon Neutral corporate gifts, every single time.
Read on to learn more about the benefits of sustainable corporate gifting and find out more about our carbon neutral journey.
Why Choose Sustainable Corporate Gifts?
Traditional corporate gifts often come with a significant environmental cost. Many corporate gifts involve excessive packaging and plastic, or products that quickly become obsolete or unwanted. These gifts often end up in landfills, contributing to global issues around waste management.
For example, companies commonly gift items like plastic pens, keychains or non-recyclable tech gadgets, but recipients don't always find them useful. Not to mention, employees notice that the production, transportation and disposal of these items generates considerable carbon emissions.
Choosing sustainable corporate gifts sends a powerful message about a company’s values. It shows that your business is committed to environmentally friendly practices and is willing to invest in the future. This can significantly boost a company's reputation, making it more attractive to eco-conscious clients, partners, and employees. A commitment to sustainability can differentiate a business in a crowded market, fostering loyalty and respect among stakeholders.
Sustainable corporate gifts also resonate with employees. When staff see that their company cares about the planet, it fosters a sense of pride and loyalty. It demonstrates that the company values ethical practices. This can lead to higher motivation and a stronger sense of belonging among your team.
Featuring responsibly sourced goods and minimal plastic, our food and drink hampers are a less wasteful alternative to traditional corporate gifts. Unlike plastic gadgets or decorative items, delicious food and drink gifts are far less likely to end up in landfills and more likely to be consumed, enjoyed and shared.
The Journey to Carbon Neutral Status
A vital element of our mission is to ensure that sending corporate gifts with us won't harm people or the planet. We're not just another gifting business that is supposed to bring joy, yet impacts our environment with harmful business practices whilst doing so.
We knew that becoming carbon neutral was a vital step in this journey towards positive transformation for people and the planet. But how did we achieve this?
It all started with a rigorous assessment of our carbon production, conducted in partnership with Carbon Footprint. This Quality Assurance Scheme (QAS) approved assessment ensured our carbon emission calculations were independently verified and transparent.
Our comprehensive review covered every aspect of our operations - from packaging and delivery logistics to our warehouse facilities and even the nibbles and beverages in our gift hampers. By thoroughly understanding our carbon footprint, we were able to make informed decisions about how to offset it effectively.
Once we had a clear picture of our carbon emissions, we carefully selected projects to offset our footprint. The projects we support are chosen not only for their environmental impact but also for their social impact. They create employment opportunities, improve health, and empower communities.
Corporate Gifts that Give Back
At hampers.com, we are proud to be a business that chooses to operate in a sustainable and purposeful way. To truly bring joy to gifting, we believe our business must be a force for positive change.
In 2023 alone, we reduced our carbon footprint by a further 25%, planted over 1580 trees and continued to work closely with our local food bank. In 2024, we hope to do even more to give back to the planet and its people whilst taking our final steps towards becoming a certified B Corp company.
Our Corporate Gifting Team is here to ensure that your experience with us is as delightful as the gifts themselves. Whether you're celebrating milestones, expressing gratitude, or strengthening relationships, let us help you curate your perfect corporate gifting experience.
To learn more or place a corporate order, visit our Corporate Gifting page or reach out to us via email at [email protected].
Join us in our mission to give back to the planet while delighting your employees and clients with thoughtful, sustainable gifts.
