Hope is committed to minimising our environmental impact and operating as sustainably as possible. As a communications consultancy working with charities, nonprofits and social impact organisations, we recognise our responsibility to demonstrate environmental stewardship in everything we do.

Carbon reduction

• Prioritise remote working to reduce commuting emissions
• Use video conferencing for meetings wherever practical, reducing travel
• When travel is essential, use public transport or low-emission vehicles
• Consolidate client visits to minimise journey frequency

Digital operations

• Use energy-efficient web hosting services for our website and client projects
• Maintain digital-first workflows to minimise printing
• Store files in cloud services rather than maintaining on-premise servers
• Archive and delete unnecessary digital files to reduce storage energy use

Equipment and procurement

• Purchase energy-efficient devices and equipment
• Consider refurbished equipment where appropriate
• Dispose of electronic equipment responsibly through certified recycling services
• Select suppliers based on their environmental credentials where practical

Waste and resources

• Minimise printing – use digital alternatives wherever possible
• When printing is necessary, use recycled paper and print double-sided
• Recycle paper, cardboard, and other recyclable materials
• Avoid single-use plastics in our office operations

Client work

• Offer digital reports and presentations as standard, with printed versions only when requested
• When producing printed materials for clients, recommend sustainable options including FSC-certified paper and vegetable-based inks
• Consider environmental impact when planning events or campaigns

Review and continuous improvement

• Review this policy annually and update our practices based on new opportunities and technologies
• Encourage all team members to suggest environmental improvements
• Share our environmental commitments with clients and partners

This policy was adopted in April 2025 and will be reviewed annually.