At Aspiration Training, we take our environmental responsibilities seriously, and we have been measuring our carbon footprint for several years. As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we wanted to share an update on our progress and the steps we are taking to continue reducing our environmental impact.
In the financial year ending July 2024, we saw a slight increase in our carbon footprint. Our total CO2e emissions rose by 12 tonnes, bringing our total to 135.5 tonnes. This increase was primarily due to higher travel emissions, even though we’ve made significant strides in reducing the carbon output from our buildings. We remain focused on tackling the challenges that come with travel-related emissions and are committed to finding solutions that help us offset these impacts in the future.
For the past three years, we’ve worked hard to maintain a net-zero environmental impact. We do this by purchasing carbon offsets, which balance out the emissions we can't eliminate. By investing in projects that promote sustainability, we help counteract our unavoidable carbon emissions.
This year, we are particularly proud to support the Distribution of Improved Cook Stoves project. Selected by our Environment Group, this project aligns with our mission to contribute to global environmental health and provide practical solutions to communities in need.
The Distribution of Improved Cook Stoves Project
This initiative focuses on delivering cleaner cooking solutions to tribal households and families living below the poverty line in Maharashtra, India. The goal is to replace traditional, inefficient cook stoves with improved models that reduce the environmental and health impacts of cooking.
The benefits of this project are substantial:
- Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions - by using more efficient stoves, fewer emissions are generated during cooking, helping to mitigate climate change.
- Improved Health - traditional stoves produce harmful indoor air pollution, which can lead to respiratory illnesses. The improved cook stoves significantly reduce these health risks, providing a safer environment for families.
- Conservation of Natural Resource - the project helps to conserve fuelwood, which in turn prevents deforestation and forest degradation in the region.
This is just one example of how we’re working to reduce our environmental impact while supporting communities that are most in need.
As we continue to face global environmental challenges, we are committed to playing our part in reducing our carbon footprint and supporting initiatives that make a tangible impact. Whether through the adoption of cleaner technologies, carbon offset projects, or community-driven efforts, we are dedicated to creating a sustainable future for all.
Together, we can make a positive difference – one step at a time.
