Published: 07/17/2023

Sustainable Swaps at GRAF UK Ltd: Join Us in Making a Difference

At GRAF UK Ltd, we strive not only to provide excellent service but also to contribute positively to our environment. We are thrilled to share with you an exciting initiative we have implemented in our business - an idea we believe could benefit your own operations, too.

Together with our MAD (Making a Difference) Team, we've recently launched the "Swap of the Month" initiative. The objective? Highlight sustainable alternatives to everyday items we use in our offices. These swaps can dramatically reduce our collective environmental impact, all the while showcasing how easy it can be to make eco-conscious choices.

Our Swap Guru and dedicated MAD Team member, Catherine, helped us kick things off with a real bubble-popper: chewing gum. Yes, you heard it right - chewing gum! It turns out the everyday gum we've been chewing isn’t as innocent as it seems. In fact, regular chewing gum contains plastic, making it incredibly stubborn to break down and a significant contributor to litter on our streets.

But we've got a sustainable alternative up our sleeve: OH MY GUM! This plastic-free, plant-based gum uses chicle, a natural, biodegradable sap from sapodilla trees. It allows us all to enjoy our chewy treats without leaving a long-lasting impact on our environment.

Originally planned as a monthly endeavour, we've been so encouraged by the early feedback that we decided to accelerate our efforts. Now, our "Swap of the Month" will be a fortnightly event. Every two weeks, we'll present a new sustainable alternative to familiar products, helping us maintain momentum in our shared journey towards sustainability.

We're sharing our first swap with you in the hope that you might be inspired to consider such a shift in your own business or personal life. Small changes, like swapping to a biodegradable chewing gum, can have a significant impact when adopted by many. Plus, it makes for a fascinating conversation starter!

Remember, sustainability is a collective effort, and each of us plays a crucial role. If we all make a few small changes to live more sustainably, imagine the positive impact we could have on our planet! We invite you to join us on this journey.

We encourage feedback from our customers, too! If you decide to adopt this or a similar initiative, do let us know how it goes. We're all in this together, and sharing our experiences and lessons can only make us stronger.

Thank you for standing with us in making a difference. Together, we can create a more sustainable future.



Your contact
Callum Vallance-Poole

Callum Vallance-Poole
+44 (0) 1295 675 493

callum@grafuk.co.uk

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