The new year is always a period of reflection, goal setting and looking ahead at the things we’d like to achieve over the next 12 months.
We know that for many organisations, part of that involves thinking about becoming more sustainable, more fair and more representative.
Here are our top three tips to get 2021 off to a productive start…
Commit to learning about climate change
When it comes to the environment, knowledge is power. Learning the science behind climate change is the best way to recognise how it impacts your life and gives you the confidence to make informed decisions that tackle the problem.
The best place to get started is with an accredited Carbon Literacy training course, which provides a valuable basis of information, resources and accountability for anyone who wants to commit to making a real change this year.
As the only accrediting body in Wales, we’re proud to have trained over 400 people, from small enterprises to large organisations.
Consider signing up to our next group open course on 25-28 January 2021.
Focus on long-term solutions
For organisations wanting to make a long-term commitment to sustainable development, consider investing in expert support to help you reach your wider goals.
This aspect will help you to understand how to balance the financial needs of your business with benefits to society, the economy and the planet.
Consider a sustainability health check, a review of your environmental policy or getting advice on how to start an environmental management system.
Our Members have access to a free sustainability assessment, action based training and a diverse network of like-minded people amongst other benefits.
You can become a member for as little as £150 a year. To find out more, please reach out to lynsey@cynnalcymru.com
Become a real Living Wage employer
Paying the real Living Wage has shown to have a number of benefits for employers and employees alike.
In 2020, 93% of businesses said that paying a real Living Wage has benefited their business, with a further 75% sharing that it has increased motivation and retention rates for their employees.
Hundreds of organisations across Wales chose to go further than paying the Government minimum wage last year, by becoming real Living Wage employers, including Health Board, WLGA, United Welsh, Natural Resources Wales. We also completed a clean sweep of accredited universities; a huge achievement for the real Living Wage movement.
We can guide you through the process of becoming a real Living Wage employer.
Email bethan@cynnalcymru.com or Register online via the Living Wage Foundation Website.
If you have any questions or want to find out more about how we can help you to achieve your wider goals and objectives, please email lynsey@cynnalcymru.com