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One Earth Climate Change Research Centre, Nawalapitiya
The One Earth Climate Change Research Center – Nawalapitiya is the first-ever Climate Change Research Station by the private sector in Sri Lanka, established at Dilmah Tea’s Queensbury Estate in Nawalapitiya. • Recent collaboration with renowned experts across the South Asian region, South Asia Nitrogen Hub (SANH) in a groundbreaking international research study to find a solution for the global nitrogen waste crisis. • Since opening in 2017 the center has facilitated 3 global, and 17 local research and 3 international workshops. • The centre is also the main research hub for the Bee A Keeper project. • Introduction of camera traps to monitor the biodiversity of fauna. Highlights for FY 24/25 - - 5 workshops with local universities - 250 beneficiaries - 4 school workshops - 200 beneficiaries - 4 other workshops - 155 beneficiaries - 13 ongoing research studies with local stakeholders Focus areas of research - Climate studies, bee and honey production, and ecology
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Wetland Conservation
Wetland Conservation efforts include a public-private partnership with the Sri Lanka Urban Development Authority (UDA) aimed at enhancing conservation efforts for the Beddagana Wetland Park, a crucial ecosystem. Programme objectives are to raise awareness about the significance of wetlands, and foster visitor engagement through regular park maintenance and expert-led educational programs. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. 36 environmental workshops were held. 2. 1421 participants from schools, corporate visitors, NGOs, universities, surrounding communities and general public. 3. Nature Club established to educate and involve community children from the communities near the park in conservation activities. 4. Wetland Link International Asia-Oceania Conference - Dilmah partnered with the WLI Asia-Oceania Conference, held for the first time in Sri Lanka, and hosted a field visit to Beddagana Wetland Park for over 65 regional participants. The event highlighted urban biodiversity and promoted knowledge sharing on wetland conservation and education. 5. Dusk to Dawn: Dilmah’s “Dusk to Dawn” event, held on February 1st and 2nd at Beddagana Wetlands, was the first-ever night wetland excursion in Sri Lanka. Celebrating World Wetlands Day, it offered free public activities like night walks, expert sessions, and a scavenger hunt to raise awareness about wetland biodiversity and conservation.
Butterfly Garden at One Earth Centre, Moratuwa
Dilmah Conservation’s urban open-air Butterfly Garden is the first of its kind in Sri Lanka. Since its construction in October 2011, it has provided a safe haven for a growing list of butterfly species. Through the butterfly garden, Dilmah Conservation also conducts numerous education and awareness programmes. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. According to the baseline survey, only 5 butterfly species were recorded but as per now, 35 butterfly species are recorded, where 02 are endemic species. 2. Number of tree species has been grown to 60, where only 10 species were recorded in the baseline survey.
Supporting Elephant Conservation
Dilmah Conservation supports elephant conservation by supporting the Elephant Transit Home in Udawalawe, sponsoring the care of a baby elephant, and spreading awareness on elephants and their importance. To date, we have sponsored the care of 4 baby elephants: Amaya, Ted, Baby Dilmah and Dilly. Also, through awareness raising sessions, to-date 190 individuals have been educated about elephant conservation. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. "Conflict to Harmony" platform– Fresh Perspectives on the Human-Elephant Conflict Dilmah Conservation together with Genesis facilitated a vital platform, “Conflict to Harmony” for students from the University of Moratuwa’s Department of Town and Country Planning (TCP) to present research on mitigating human-elephant conflict from the lens of landscape management. The event brought together key stakeholders from wildlife conservation, agriculture, and urban planning, highlighting innovative, landscape-based proposals aimed at promoting coexistence. The session focused on critical themes including: • Addressing Human-Elephant Conflict – Recognizing Recognising the dual impact on communities and wildlife. • Knowledge-Sharing and Collaboration – Engaging experts, academics, and policymakers to develop strategic solutions. • Landscape Management Solutions – Promoting protected areas and ecological corridors. • Education and Awareness – Enhancing public understanding through initiatives like information centers. • Community Engagement – Involving local communities to ensure sustainable, inclusive solutions. • Collaboration and Policy Influence – Working with bodies such as the Department of Wildlife Conservation and UDA to drive policy change. • Promoting Sustainable Coexistence – Aiming to foster environments where both humans and elephants can thrive. 2. The Last Two Giants in Sinharaja Forest On World Elephant Day (August 12th), Dilmah Tea, in partnership with the Department of Wildlife Conservation and the Forest Department of Sri Lanka, pledged to video document the lives of these two elephants who also happen to be brothers: known among villagers as Loku Aliya and Panu Kota. Through this conservation documentary, we aim to raise awareness, both locally and globally, about the pressing reality of these issues. This initiative aims not only to record their existence but also to gather vital insights that may help protect other Sri Lankan elephants still thriving across the island. Although the prospect of their extinction is heartbreaking, this effort represents hope for the future of elephant conservation in Sri Lanka.
Elephant Knowledge Walk, Udawalawe
Elephant Knowledge Walk, an information centre, relaunched in March 2024 in collaboration with the Department of Wildlife Conservation offers visitors a more visually immersive and comprehensive learning experience. Visitors can explore various aspects of elephant life, including their evolution, anatomy, ecology, and cultural significance, through a combination of statistics, images, and infographics. A dedicated section addresses the critical issue of human-elephant conflict (HEC), aiming to shift public perceptions and foster conservation efforts. Additionally, the centre now features an anatomy laboratory for close-up examination of specimens and a children's activity area, designed to provide age-appropriate educational activities and engagement opportunities. Highlights in FY 24/25 - - Five impactful workshops were conducted for different groups at the Elephant Knowledge Walk – Udawalawe • Faculty of Architecture students – General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) • MJFCF Kids Programme students • Udawalawe National School students • University of Moratuwa – 3rd-year students in Town and Country Planning Department students (3rd year) • University of Kelaniya – Faculty of Science students (Environmental Conservation and Management)
Marine Conservation
Dilmah sponsored the World Oceans Day exhibition at One Galle Face mall on 10th and 11th June 2023 - an event organised to highlight some of the critical challenges facing the marine environment due to anthropological effects. The workshops were accompanied with 2 beach clean-up programmes in Kalkudah. Highlights in FY24/25 - 1. Coral Conservation project - the initiative aims to study coral diversity in an urban setting through baseline surveys, mapping, data collection, and impact assessments using innovative technologies. 2. Beach Clean-up programme - With 103 participants in Kalkudah and waste were directed to Chenkalady Recycling Unit.
One Earth Centre, Moratuwa
The “One Earth Centre” in Moratuwa offers a range of educational resources dedicated to sustainable agriculture and conservation. The centre is also home to Dilmah Conservation’s One Earth Urban Arboretum, Butterfly Garden, Heritage Corner, Medicinal Plant Garden, Traditional Yam Plot, Recycling Unit, Sustainable Agricultural Farm and Hydroponic Unit. The Centre promotes sustainability through waste collection, segregation and recycling ,recycling, rainwater harvesting for gardening (90 m³ capacity), and a 15 m³ biogas system that converts kitchen waste into daily cooking fuel. Further the Centre promotes sustainable farming through hydroponics using organic inputs like vermiwash and neem oil, and open-field cultivation with natural fertilizers such as compost, cow dung, and vermicompost—enhancing soil health, reducing chemical use, and improving water efficiency for environmentally-friendly crop production. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. Urban Arboretum - 283 trees from 100+ species including 9 threatened and 15 endemic species. 2. Butterfly Garden - 60 species of butterflies including 2 endemic species. 3. Medicinal Garden - 95+ species of medicinal plants 4. Traditional Yam plot - 10 yam varieties 5. Heritage Centre - 100+ traditional Sri Lankan exhibits 6. Collaborations with MJF Charitable Foundation - 6.1. Home Gardening and environmental sessions for MJF Kids - Students from Grades 1 to 11 were given the opportunity to engage in a variety of hands-on, educational activities focused on sustainable gardening. Through interactive and age-appropriate sessions, the programme introduced young learners to the basics of home gardening, including fertiliser handling, nursery preparation, and plant identification and practical sessions in pruning and harvesting. These sessions covered 37 hours with 376 participants. 6.2. Dilmah Conservation and Rainbow Project - A special programme designed to empower differently-abled students by engaging them in meaningful, hands-on gardening activities. With gentle guidance and accessible methods, students learned about planting, caring for crops, and understanding the basics of home gardening. The initiative not only encouraged sensory development and motor skills but also fostered a sense of independence, responsibility, and joy in nurturing living things. As part of the programme, tailored home gardening sessions were also conducted for visually impaired children, focusing on teaching them how to identify various leafy vegetables through touch and scent. 12 students from the Rainbow project attended this special initiative. 6.3. Agriculture course for Women's Development Programme - An Agriculture course to empower women with practical and income-generating skills. Participants received hands-on training in home gardening, waste management, nursery management, plant propagation techniques, disease identification and management, as well as ornamental flower cultivation. This comprehensive training aims to equip women with the knowledge and tools needed to not only support their households but also explore opportunities for sustainable income through agricultural practices. 2 batches with 43 participants attended this covering 34 hours.
One Earth Centre, Kalkudah
The One Earth Centre in Kalkudah extends Dilmah Conservation's initiatives into Eastern Sri Lanka. This centre is aligned with Dilmah Conservation’s regional objectives of enhancing livelihood opportunities and building climate resilience among communities through the introduction of innovative, sustainable and climate smart practices in agriculture and animal husbandry along with comprehensive livelihood support and ecosystem restoration efforts. Similar to the Moratuwa facility, the Kalkudah complex also contains a One Earth Urban Arboretum as well as an organic fruit and vegetable model farm and a model coconut farm. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. Bee Keeping session for Veddah Community - In 2024 a special workshop was conducted for the Veddah community to raise awareness about the negative impacts of traditional honey extraction practices from the forest. The session focused on guiding them toward sustainable beekeeping methods using bee boxes, aiming to preserve the environment while providing alternative livelihoods. Building on these efforts in 2025, six members of the Veddah community were provided with bee boxes and essential beekeeping tools to commence practicing sustainable beekeeping, marking a successful step toward environmentally-friendly and economically beneficial livelihood practices
One Earth Field Station, Endane
This Centre promotes nature-based agriculture, where tea plants are uprooted to facilitate restoration of a depleted ecosystem. Apart from this direct activity, the centre has adopted a multi-stakeholder approach to further strengthen restoration efforts. The centre also provides opportunities for local community members to gain a deeper understating of sustainability principles by getting involved in various activities such as nursery management, organic farming, and beekeeping.
Genesis - A centre for Sustainability
Dilmah launched Genesis, the Dilmah Centre for a Sustainable Future, located at 52 Maligawatte Road. This facility represents the evolution of the premises where Dilmah was first tasted, selected, packed, and exported. Genesis is equipped with the necessary amenities to help agri or nature-based entrepreneurs and agritech startups build their businesses from the ground up. As a collaborative platform, Genesis facilitates knowledge sharing, discussion, inspiration, and communication. The Centre aims to grow awareness of the importance of nature, its value, and ecosystem services. This is achieved by harnessing the knowledge and commitment of academia and scientists, alongside the ability and network of businesses and policymakers. Moreover, Genesis directly nurtures sustainable agricultural entrepreneurship, promoting better social, economic, and gender equality. 25 individuals have been benefitted thus far, through all projects done under Genesis. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. Biodiversity conservation and Restoration- The Value and Business case for Sustainability - Highlighted the success of the Endane Biodiversity Corridor (EBC) as a model for integrating biodiversity conservation with business sustainability. The session explored green restoration through the lens of corporate responsibility and featured a demonstration exhibit of over 60 globally threatened and endemic plant species cultivated at the EBC plant nursery. 2. Lichens as Air Quality Sensors Dilmah, in collaboration with the University of Peradeniya, has partnered with the South Asian Nitrogen Hub (SANH) and the Natural History Museum London on a pioneering study exploring the effects of ammonia on tropical forest ecosystems. The event featured the presentation of key research findings and a display of photographs of the lichen specimens explored during the research. Over 100 participants, including members of the public, corporate representatives, researchers, and scientists, attended this public event. 3. Creating Green Spaces in Urban Environment - With successful experience in establishing mini forests and butterfly gardens in Moratuwa, Dilmah partnered with Resplendent Ceylon, its sister company, to raise awareness about creating green spaces in urban areas. This public lecture and initiative are directly aligned with the principles of Social Sustainability, Institutional Innovation, and Knowledge Transfer.
SustainAble Climate Action Challenge
An island-wide competition collaborating with European Union aimed to encourage responsible behavior and promote sustainable consumption patterns of plastic, focusing on reducing plastic at the source, upcycling plastic, and recycling.
Dilmah Publications
Dilmah Conservation’s focus towards education and awareness, has resulted in 16 extensively researched publications - broadly classified into field guides on Sri Lanka’s flora and fauna, and books on culture and heritage, Ayurveda, and organic home gardening. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. Shyamala and the Sloth Bears" book - A children's book, that focuses on raising awareness about the endangered Sri Lankan sloth bear and the importance of conservation. It's written by Prof. Jody Miller and inspired by the work of Dr. Shyamala Ratnayeke, a renowned sloth bear researcher. The book aims to educate young readers about sloth bears' ecological roles and the need to protect them, by featuring Dr. Ratnayeke's conservation journey. It's available in Sinhala and Tamil, making it accessible to a wider audience, especially in rural areas.
Womens' Development Programme
The Women’s Development Program (WDP) was established to empower women and young girls facing socio-economic challenges with skills development and entrepreneurship training. WDP is active across Sri Lanka at the Moratuwa, Kalkudah and Weligama Centers empowering 1400+ women with vocational skills to pursue their goals. Additionally, it partners with support groups to provide awareness on personal and social issues, including hygiene, gender-based violence, and financial literacy. The initiative also includes the Good Heart Cafe which provides nutritious food that creates further livelihood opportunities. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) 633 women in Sri Lanka’s Western, Eastern and Southern coasts empowered with life skills and entrepreneurship support through the Women’s Development Program.
Empower IT Lab
The Dilmah Empower IT Lab was inaugurated in 2024 within our factory premises at the Head Office. This stateof-the-art facility is exclusively dedicated to providing our factory associates with the resources and opportunities to pursue professional IT courses in alignment with National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) guidelines.
MJF Kids Programme
The MJF Kids Programme provides underprivileged children from low income families in 8 locations across Sri Lanka, with education, life skills/vocational training required to overcome the challenges faced by them due to extreme poverty and ensuing social issues. To date, 3500 children from low - income plantation and rural communities are strengthened with educational support. in FY 23/24, 1369 young boys and girls from less privileged, plantation and rural communities are supported with scholarship programs and educational support. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of beneficiaries - 852 beneficiaries
Vocational Training Programme
Vocational training provided for nearly 7,000 youth in carpentry, dress making, IT and graphic design with nationally accredited courses offered as well. In their efforts to inspire female youth entrepreneurs, the MJF Center, Kalkudah in the East of Sri Lanka offers women in rural regions training in beauty culture and embroidery helping them launch their own businesses following their graduation. The course has graduated 25+ young women who are makeup artists and salon owners.
The Curtiss Institute of Design Technology
The Curtiss Institute of Design Technology is a programme administered by the MJF Charitable Foundation in the West, South, and East of Sri Lanka. It is an IT skills training program that fulfils all national competency standards of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC). Over 6000 youth, adults, and youth with disabilities have benefited from the courses offered in IT and graphic design. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of beneficiaries - 180
Empowering Plantation Community
Meeting the needs & demands of a resident population of 155,000 in the plantation community through updated infrastructure and facilities. 131 young beneficiaries supported through Scholarships; 88 university undergraduates, 32 of our beneficiaries are university graduates. Gifting of a passbook savings account to over 40 newborns of plantation employees. Contributed towards public health care in the region through the construction of a High Dependency Unit for the District General Hospital in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka which benefits 500,000 people in the community. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of beneficiaries - 47, 688 beneficiaries 2) Number of scholarships - 43 scholarships
Find Your Inspiration at Dilmah
Find Your Inspiration at Dilmah (FYID) is a special initiative that has been designed to encourage our staff to engage in sustainable lifestyles. Highlights in FY 24//25 - Seasonal Sustainability - As part of this, two online quizzes were conducted to encourage staff engagement, each drawing participation from around 60 team members. The main event featured a group activity, "Waste to Craft" where approximately 30 staff members came together to create festive decorations using waste materials.
AIDEX (Aid to the Ex-Abled)
This annual sports festival is organized by Colombo Friends in Need Society (the oldest charity in Sri Lanka) and has been supported by Dilmah and the Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation for over 20 years. Since its inception, AIDEX has provided a platform for persons with disabilities from around Sri Lanka to realise their potential and encourage them to challenge themselves to live independent lives with dignity while building a sense of community. In addition to supporting the sports festival, the Foundation also supports members of the AIDEX community with scholarships for children and youth and entrepreneurial support for micro entrepreneurs with disabilities.
Pre- school education
The MJF Foundation pre school education programmes take place in the West, South and Eastern provinces providing holistic, accredited education in an inclusive environment that also caters to the needs of young children with developmental disabilities. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of beneficiaries - 232
Empower Culinary and Hospitality School
Sri Lanka’s only Worldchefs certified culinary training facility, the Empower Culinary & Hospitality School provides youth from low-income communities with professional training in culinary arts and hospitality, combining practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and personal development. It also offers English language and IT skills courses for the culinary students. This industry-focused initiative enables sustainable employment, helping students break the cycle of poverty and lead dignified, empowered lives. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of beneficiaries - 77
Environmental Education
Dilmah Conservation frequently organises knowledge sharing events about environmental and wildlife conservation for different audiences ranging from school kids to working professionals to nature lovers because we believe that education is important to make people see why we ought to protect them not for the planet but also for our wellbeing. In fact one of the pillars of Dilmah Conservation is to drive education and awareness, raising up biodiversity conscious citizens and the next generation of conservationists. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1) Number of workshops/ field visits to our One Earth Centres- 100+ 2) Number of participants/beneficiaries - 3360+
Climate Forward
A youth-focused initiative by Dilmah Conservation and Genesis, launched alongside the Code Red Sri Lanka Climate Summit to transform high-level climate discussions into action. With over 80 applicants, the program empowered undergraduates and postgraduates to develop innovative, climate-smart business ideas in key sectors such as smart agriculture, energy, mobility, water conservation, and green infrastructure. The primary objective of "Climate Forward" was to empower the next generation of Sri Lankan leaders by inviting undergraduates and postgraduates from across the nation to conceptualize and develop climate-smart solutions and viable business ideas. The program specifically sought to address the prevailing climate challenges facing Sri Lanka, recognizing that young minds possess immense potential for innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. The program saw significant interest, receiving over 80 applications. A selection process was undertaken by an expert panel comprising professors and industry specialists, ultimately narrowing down the field to 10 finalists. These selected participants were then provided with valuable expert advice and specialized training to further develop their climate-focused business concepts.
i=Change Partnership
In 2022, Enbacci partnered with i=Change. An organisation that helps e-commerce businesses support a range of local or global projects. A minimum of $1 from every online purchase is donated towards one of three projects of the brands choice. The three projects we support are Empower with Literacy, Protect a Woman and Clean the Seas. Through just these three projects, we are supporting a number of the UN sustainability development goals.
Empower with Literacy
Through our partnership with i=Change, Enbacci supports the Empower with Literacy project. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children continue to fall through the cracks of our education system, trapping them in a cycle of vulnerability and illiteracy. This devastating gap is particularly evident in remote Indigenous communities, where the writing abilities of year 9 students are at year 1 level. If not addressed in the early years, this issue continues into adulthood. In remote areas, up to 70% of Aboriginal adults are ‘functionally illiterate’. This is a national tragedy. We believe literacy is freedom; to take control of your life, be informed, have a voice, stand up for your rights, resist exploitation, be self-confident and self-reliant. Literacy unlocks the door to learning and a world of endless possibilities. The Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation is transforming lives through community-driven, ground-breaking and best practice literacy programs. Working in English and Indigenous First Languages, ALNF is committed to creating sustainable, long-term change. $12 pays for a day of specialised literacy support in an Indigenous community.
B Corp Certified
B Corp Certification confirmed that our community and the environment are stakeholders in our impact-driven business model and our commitment to balancing social and planetary good in everything we do against the highest standards of transparency and accountability. We are now part of a global network of businesses shifting our global economy from a system that profits few to one that benefits all.
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One-for-one Underwear Donation
We believe that access to clean, new underwear is a fundamental human right, essential for maintaining dignity. Sadly, underwear poverty exists in Australia, and we are committed to addressing this through our one-for-one program—donating a pair of underwear for every item sold. We are incredibly proud of the impact our one-for-one campaign has made. And it became even more powerful on day when we discovered surplus elastic destined for landfill at one of our factories. Now, we utilise deadstock materials like leftover elastic and fabric from other orders to produce the underwear we donate, each pair unique. Our relationship with the factory producing our donation underwear spans over a decade, built on mutual trust and a commitment to sustainability. They consistently use organic cotton and non-toxic Oeko-Tex certified dyes to ensure the fabrics are safe. We give to Aboriginal Health Centres, women's shelters, and homelessness charities.
Together we've raised over $18 million Aussie dollars to date
We donate 50% of our profits to ensure that everyone has access to clean water and a toilet within our lifetime. We partner with amazing organizations that work hand-in-hand with local communities to create sustainable and scalable solutions for the billions of people who still don’t have access. With our help, our impact partners reached over 575,000 people in 2023. We’re so grateful for our community, the hundreds of thousands of people who put their bums on the line, for making this happen.
Meet our impact partners
We are proud to support incredible organisations that share our mission to ensure everyone has access to clean water and safe toilets. Below is a list of our current impact partners: Fresh Life (Kenya) Fresh Life implements an end-to-end sanitation model for informal settlements in Kenya, delivering dignified, desirable sanitation products and services that meet the needs of low-income residents, and safely removes human waste from these communities.The whole system facilitates safe sanitation, cleaner environment, and sustainable sources of income. Water for People (Guatemala, Honduras, Peru, Bolivia, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, and India) Water for People has pioneered the “Everyone Forever” approach. That means their goal is to ensure every household, school, and health clinic has access to WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) AND the local government has the capacity to maintain these services for generations to come. WaterAid Australia (Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Cambodia) WaterAid’s mission is to transform the lives of the poorest and most marginalised people by improving access to WASH.
Accelerating Ambition from the Inside Out
In 2025, Koh team members are participating in the UN Global Compact Ambition Accelerator, a global training and leadership program designed to help companies set robust, science-based climate targets. By joining this cohort, our team is engaging with sustainability leaders across industries to deepen our understanding of net-zero pathways, Scope 1–3 emissions, and the critical role of business in delivering on the Paris Agreement. This action marks an important step in Koh’s internal capability building, equipping our team with the tools, knowledge, and frameworks to drive meaningful climate action. The learnings from this program directly inform our future commitments, including setting a science-based carbon reduction target and scaling low-emission practices across our supply chain. We’re proud to be part of a global community pushing for business to be a force for climate ambition, not just compliance.
The Family Bond by Volvo Cars - Equal global parental leave for all
The Family Bond by Volvo Cars is our all-gender global paid parental leave policy – with this, we give all Volvo Cars employees with at least one year's service 24 weeks of parental leave at 80 per cent of their base pay by default. This global policy applies to either parent and is suited for a diverse variety of family types, as it includes adoptive, foster care and surrogate parents, as well as non-birth parents in same-sex couples. Learn more about The Family Bond at https://www.volvocars.com/au/about/family-bond/
Net Zero from 2025 for Scope 1 & 2
We have met our 2025 target for Net Zero for our Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This has been achieved through applying energy efficiency strategies, using 100% accredited GreenPower, transitioning to an electric vehicle which is charged off 100% accredited GreenPower. We are currently working through reducing our scope 3 emissions noting that we are a small business and our influence on large companies is minimal. Actions undertaken to date are listed sepately below. We continue to seek ways to reduce scope 3 emissions through sustainable supply chain options. We are in the process of getting our Net Zero status independently and externally validated.
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Actions to achieve Net Zero and reduce emissions
Green Moves has been working on reducing emissions since 2009, to date we have: > Upgraded all equipment to highly efficient type (eg LED lighting, laptop computers, high energy star rated screens, small efficient printer). > Upgraded our heating / cooling to high efficiency reverse cycle unit. > We turn everything off when not in use. > We do not print anything unless we have to and minimise paper use. Now using less than 1 ream of certified carbon-neutral paper per year. > All our team work from home offices, so no staff commute. > Any required business travel is done as sustainably as possible (ie using company EV or public transport) > If and when we need air travel, flights are carbon offset through reputable certified carbon-neutral products and services. > We've minimised our waste by reducing waste in the office, using reusable cups and utensils, and recycling everything we can. We currently have 6 waste streams that are properly recycled. > Although we're a small business we are asking our key suppliers for their sustainability credentials. > Our main subcontractors' emissions are measured and now included in our Carbon Inventory and certification. All use 100% accredited green power, and three of four drive EVs when working for Green Moves.
Certified B Corporation since 2015
Green Moves was one of the founding B Corp members in Australia and has maintained certification since 2015. We are pleased to have recertified in December 2024. You can see details of our certification here https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/green-moves-australia/
Community Pro Bono work
We regularly volunteer our services and eduction sessions through varous community groups including RePower Mornington, Village Zero Sandringham, Bayside Climate Crisis Action Group and Electrify Boroondara to name a few. Over the past 2 years we have participated on 3 panels, presented 9 webinars, held 4 face to face sessions and provided free advice and guidance. On average we deliver over 10 free sessions a year to the public.
Industry-based Pro Bono work
Since our inception Green Moves has volunteered significant time to industry and government panels and committees providing experienced advice and guidance on residential, commercial and industry education for the sectors. Past involvement includes participating in the national training skills panel to update assessor industry education qualifications and input into government residential efficiency rating tool development and trials. We are currently working with the Residential Energy Efficiency Disclosure Initiative (REEDI), a Commonwealth government committee operating since 2022, focused on bringing suitable policies and tools to the market to facilitate disclosure of residential property energy efficiency and providing feedback into the NatHERs Existing Home tool development, accreditation training and skill set requirements.
Educating businesses on energy efficiency
Green Moves has provided several business community energy efficiency education sessions to help small and medium businesses to identify simple ways to reduce energy consumption, waste and save on energy costs. Most recently we presented for Bayside City Council Business Networking Breakfast in May 2025 on simple ways to reduce energy costs in businesses. In the past we have also presented tailored events for businesses in Melbourne's western suburbs which was hosted by Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action (WAGA) and other local councils. We contributed to the information on the Business Energy Tips website - a free online resource for businesses looking to reduce energy use and costs. It can be found here https://energytips.org.au/business/ We also work with our clients such as AP Group, and created a Sustainable Pharmacy Guide which is available free on their website, and provided to all customers. Further sharing specific industry knowledge. The guide can be found here https://sustainablepharmacyguide.apgroup.com.au/
Community Energy Hero Training
Green Moves provided training and education to a team of over 20 local community members to become local Energy Heros in Mornington Peninsula. Energy Heros are local people who, with this training, can help point other community members in the right direction when it comes to sustainable practices, energy efficiency and renovations in their homes.
Supporting Electrify Boroondara
Green Moves attended and participated in a discussion panel at this hugely successful expo in 2023. The expo, held at the Hawthorn Arts Centre, reached over 1200 attendees interested in electrification and energy efficiency within the Boroondara community. Attendees learned about electrifying their homes, could test an eBike and discovered more about electric vehicles. Green Moves spent the day providing free advice and guidance to attendees. This was followed up with a presentation where we presented on 'Easy and affordable ways to reduce your energy bills'. We will continue to support Electrify Boroondara into the future.
Carried out fully-funded energy assessments for local SMEs in Bayside
We recently partnered with Village Zero and Bayside City Council offering five grant funded energy assessments to local businesses in the area. The assessments identified tailored and simple energy saving opportunities to assist them to reducing their business' energy costs in practical ways. We helped these businesses reduce energy bills by an overall average of 38% with some very simple, and often no cost, changes. A case study from a Pilates Studio from this work can be found here https://www.greenmoves.com.au/how-unity-pilates-found-hidden-energy-savings-without-upgrading-a-thing/
Collaborated with Moonee Valley City Council to provide funded solar site assessments for local businesses
Local businesses and commercial landlords in Moonee Valley had the opportunity to get independent advice on the benefits of solar, including a solar site assessment with solar quotes organised by Green Moves. This was in partnership with the Moonee Valley City Council during the 2024 financial year.
Presented 'A Home For All Seasons' at Red Hill in collaboration with Repower Mornington Peninsula
In July and November 2024, Green Moves was invited to present to the local community at Red Hill. Our presentation focussed on how to make your home more energy efficient and comfortable for all seasons. This was in collaboration with Repower Mornington Peninsula, who organised the event and was the latest of several free events we have delivered for this community group over the past 2 years.
Partner with Village Zero to maximise our collaborative impact on sustainability
We volunteer and have partnered with Village Zero, an association of a passionate group of locals in Sandringham working together to address climate change. Our collaborative efforts mean we can maximise our impact in reaching and engaging householders and businesses in the local community. We regularly provide education, advice, and services for government grant funded services. We presented at the Village Zeros launch event aiming to help local Sandringham businesses and households learn how to reduce emissions. This event had approximately 50 attendees.
'Introduction to solar and batteries' workshop
We ran this 2-hour workshop to a full house of attendees in August 2024 at the Eco Living Display Centre on the Mornington Peninsula. The workshop covered the basics of selecting a solar and/or battery system that works for you. Green Moves shared our knowledge and expertise in the workshop with the local community.
'How to create a healthy home' webinar
In August 2023, Green Moves was invited by the Mornington City Council to present 1.5-hour webinar on how to create a healthy home. The webinar aimed to educate, engage and inspire members of the community to create healthier, more energy-efficient and comfortable homes.
Co-authored 'The Smart Living Handbook'
Green Moves Founder, Danielle King, co-authored The Smart Living Handbook: Creating a healthy home in an increasingly toxic world. You’ll discover how to create a beautiful home for your family that’s functional, energy-efficient and supports good health. Great if you’re renovating or building, a parent or expecting a baby, suffering from asthma, allergies or poor health, and wanting to create a healthy lifestyle. The book is available on Amazon.
Contributing to news, podcasts, media articles over the years
Since 2009, Green Moves has been and continues to contribute to green building and energy efficiency articles for The Age, ReNew and Sanctuary magazines, Street News, and other local and national publications including the news, as requested. We contribute to the media so that we can continue to raise awareness and share our knowledge with our communities through various channels.
Member of Design Matters National
As a member, Green Moves participates in industry representation panels with state and federal bodies. We share our expertise in sustainable, environmental and energy-efficient design and assessments in the residential sector. We have been working with Design Matters National and NatHERS teams, providing them with feedback for the upcoming NatHERS 'Whole of Home' and 'Exisiting Home' energy rating scheme changes. Design Matter National is the peak body for the building design profession and is the Assessor Accrediting Organisation for NatHERS assessors.
Industry memberships
CitySwitch - CitySwitch is Australia's flagship decarbonisation program for office based businesses. Green Moves is an active member of CitySwitch since 2019, participating in events and supporting other members on their journey to reduce carbon emissions. Renew - Renew is a non-profit organisation workign to transform Australian homes for climate ane energy resilience. Green Moves is a long standing member and has contributed several articles to both Renew and Sanctuary magazines. Once of our most popular articles was 'Costing Comfort' outlining the issues around valuing green homes and some of the efforts to address them. ISSP - International Society of Sustainability Professionals - is the worlds leading network of sustainabilty professionals aiming to create change.
Providing environmental education & free advice at Eco Expos
Green Moves regularly participates in community expos both as a participant and speaker. Our most recent events include the Sandy Eco Expo (May 2025) and the Glen Eira Eco Expo (November 2024). We host information stands to provide free, independent sustainability advice to the local community. These events reached over 300 attendees each, where we were able to give practical, accessible guidance on reducing emissions, saving energy, and adopting sustainable practices. In March 2023, Green Moves was invited to the Bayside Home Energy Efficiency Expo as a keynote presenter and to participate in sessions at the expo. We shared information with over 500 residents in the Bayside community. Attendees wanted to learn about sustainability topics, including climate action, reducing energy bills, getting off gas, solar and batteries, and electric vehicles.
Ongoing Professional Development
Green Moves is committed to continous learning and upholding the highest standards in sustainability leadership. Each year our team undertakes at least four upskilling sessions to ensure we keep informed on new technologies and industry requirements. In 2024, we completed Climate Governance and Mandatory Climate Disclosure training with the Australian Institute of Company Directors. We continue to monitor developments in the mandatory reporting arena. This professional development strengthens our advisory capabilities and ensures we remain at the forefront of climate-related risk and governance standards.
Pilot Program - Home Energy & Bushfire Reslience Assessments
Between April to June 2025, Green Moves partnered with the South East Councils Climate Change Alliance (SECCCA) to deliver pilot home energy and bushfire resilience assessments. Our role involved conducting tailored assessments to help residents improve energy efficiency while enhancing bushfire preparedness. This collaboration reflects our dedication to community-focused, practical climate action that supports both emissions reduction and local climate adaptation efforts.
CDC We Care Fund
The CDC We Care Fund was established in 2020 with an initial investment of $250,000 to assist employees and members of our local communities affected by the bushfires. The Fund aims to support families with immediate housing and living needs, disaster relief efforts, as well as providing transport services to emergency service volunteers. The Fund was transitioned to funding long-term assistance and recovery in vulnerable communities, education efforts, as well as preventative measures in challenging situations from bushfires, pandemic or any disaster faced by our broader communities that we serve. It has since been used to assist employees and communities affected by severe storms, floods and other disasters.
Supporting Local Communities
Community engagement is a pillar that CDC invests in to benefit the local communities with the long-term goal of restoring respect for bus drivers. In line with this initiative, we have launched a school education program that aims to teach children about the importance of mutual respect and behaviour on public transport. By helping kids understand the importance of mutual respect, over time we hope to reduce the incidence of anti-social behaviour towards our drivers and commuters, creating safer public transport.
Assisting More Sustainable, Healthy & Ethical Purchasing
Global GreenTag operates on several levels towards environmental actions: 1. We facilitate professionals' action within the procurement and design sectors towards purchasing and specifying ecologically, health and ethical supply chain preferred products; 2. We help Consumers cut through the marketing hype, eliminating 'greenwash' and provide purchasing decision-assisting certification TAGs that appear on-shelf product labels in stores like Bunnings; 3. We partner and collaborate with other website and product portals like Sustainability Tracker & Sustainable Choice, Archify, Loud Library, Evitat Australia, Green Building Council of Australia, Products Aware and others to maximise the ease and efficiency of finding certified products by distributing certification and reporting information freely to portals where people are already searching.
Local Store Donation Program
In 2018, we pioneered the Local Store Donation Program to connect the unsold brand new goods of retail stores with local Not for Profits and schools. Working with our partner Big W we connected with 183 stores with more than 300 not- for-profits and disadvantaged schools who received over 3M brand new items including toys, clothing, household and electrical goods. This program continues to grow and we have partnered with other big retail brands including Best & Less and Jeans West, connecting goods to local charities and schools where the retail staff work and live.
National after sales support
We recognise that providing reliable aftersales support is not only about product maintenance but also aligns with our sustainability objectives. Our nationwide JOST aftersales training sessions are dedicated to equipping repairers and fleets with the knowledge and skills to ensure the longevity and eco-friendly operation of their JOST products. In addition to our training programs, we offer a comprehensive range of sustainable service tools and gauges, meticulously designed to reduce environmental impact and promote component durability. From energy-efficient fifth wheel lifting aids to eco-friendly lock test tools and recyclable tow eyes gauges, JOST's sustainable tools not only simplify maintenance tasks but also minimise the carbon footprint, making operations both environmentally responsible and cost-effective.
Employee well-being
Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond environmental concerns; it encompasses the well-being and safety of our employees and stakeholders. We are focused on fostering a working environment where employees feel comfortable and can perform at their best through employee-centric sustainability practices. ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety): This achievement reflects our dedication to upholding the highest standards of occupational health and safety. ISO 45001 not only ensures a safe and healthy workplace but also contributes to a positive social impact and fosters a culture of respect and consideration for all. By prioritising the well-being of our workforce, we aim to reduce accidents and enhance employee satisfaction. Workplace safety: Continuously reducing the number of workplace accidents. In 2022, we reduced the number of occupational accidents per 200,000 production hours by 8.8 % to 3.39 compared to 3.72 in 2021. Employee turnover reduction: Reducing the employee turnover ratio. In 2022, we also reduced our employee turnover ratio by 3.4 percentage points year-on-year to 15.4 %. Human Rights Policy: Adopting a Human Rights Policy that enshrines a corporate culture of respect and consideration for all people in the company and business relationships. Access to education: To ensure that each employee has access to equal opportunities, we offer worldwide options that include apprenticeship and young talent management programs.
Quickguide to Carbon Market Integrity
This guide by South Pole breaks down the evolving landscape of the carbon market, highlighting the importance of integrity, transparency and quality in carbon credit projects. It explains how carbon credits work, what defines a high-quality credit, and the lifecycle of a carbon project. It also explores risks, pricing and how to evaluate credits responsibly. Designed to simplify a complex system, the guide empowers organisations to engage with carbon markets confidently and make informed climate investments.
Climate Zero Learn
We developed our Climate Literacy Training to support those embarking on their journey towards achieving net zero emissions. Created with a team of Australian climate leaders, each of the six modules help to gain an understanding of climate change, net zero, science-based targets, offsets, greenwashing and scopes 1, 2 and 3. The course is a comprehensive, self-paced online program designed to educate and empower businesses and employees working towards minimising their carbon footprint.
Climate Zero partners with Carbon Neutral
We have partnered with Carbon Neutral, a leading project developer and offset provider, driving impactful action against climate change and biodiversity loss through high-integrity, nature-based and socially beneficial solutions. This partnership means that businesses using Climate Zero’s software to measure, reduce and report on emissions can now also offset from directly within the platform, making it easier for businesses of all sizes to progress sustainability goals with confidence. This initiative has become more important as Mandatory Climate Reporting is introduced in several countries, including Australia. This partnership reflects Climate Zero’s mission to remove barriers between businesses and net zero, and progress their sustainability goals.
Communicate the data that matters
We have built our carbon accounting software from 15+ years of sustainability experience, providing our clients with easy to use tools to meet Mandatory Report requirements, and accuracy you can depend on. Our software features: - Simple and intuitive design to be used by any role in your business - Clear data visualisations and dashboard to track emissions and reduction hotspots at a glance - Real time reporting compiled in a few clicks to share with your team, leadership or customers
Impact | Strategic engagements to help investors & businesses unlock value creation opportunities
Once the foundations have been set, we help you surf the green wave strategically focused specifically on key impact areas for your business: ○ Strategy Workshops ○ Competitor Benchmarking ○ Impact Assessment ○ Strategic Deep-dive Assessments ○ Net Zero Roadmaps
OpenSC Partnership - Opening doors to transparency
Since 2019, we have collaborated with OpenSC to implement its blockchain-powered traceability technology within our toothfish and prawn operations. This next level technology provides transparency within our supply chain. To interact with OpenSC, consumers simply use their phone to scan a QR code on the product, which reveals details of the supply chain of the product. This creates an opportunity for producers to connect all the way to the consumer through education and transparency regarding the entire supply chain process in the seafood industry.
Xero small business sustainability hub
Part of managing our sustainability at Xero is supporting small businesses to become more sustainable and helping them operate in socially and environmentally responsible ways. Of the small businesses surveyed by Xero, 68% told us they wanted to become more sustainable but needed help achieving this. Xero’s small business sustainability hub includes helpful information and resources from across the globe to help our small business customers and partners to achieve their sustainability goals.
World Coffee Research
World Coffee Research, or WCR, is a non-profit, collaborative research and development program of the global coffee industry. Its aim is to grow, protect, and enhance supplies of quality coffee while improving the livelihood of the families who produce it. By donating financially to this worthy cause, we are helping to ensure the long-term supply and availability of high quality coffee.
Together Legal
Together legal is a legal program to take you from legal confusion to clarity. Law Team is committed to giving back to the community and that's why we have recently launched together legal where we hold free information sessions to our community. There’s an art to dreaming big. And we want to help you master it. Whether you’re a start-up or scale-up, home buyer or investor, Together Legal will give you the understanding and practical legal skills you need to protect your vision in bite-sized courses. Because law is the foundation that helps ideas grow. And when you know what you’re building is safe, you can dream bigger!
Proud partner of Bowel Cancer Lunch
Law Team is so excited to partner with Time is Precious and Bowel Cancer Australia to spread awareness and educate the community about bowel cancer in women. Did you know that around 47% of people diagnosed with bowel cancer are female? 1 in 15 Aussie women will develop bowel cancer in their life time. As a fully female business, Law Team is committed to providing support to other females in any way, shape or form that we can.
Health & Safety of the Users
Adhesives and sealants are the least visible part of the construction process, yet it can make a huge difference to our health and safety. The majority of polyurethane adhesives and sealants in the market contain Isocyanate – a toxic curing agent, which can negatively affect our health. Adhesives and sealants, containing Isocyanates, continuously diffuse toxic gas even years after the products have been used in the building process. As a result, they can dramatically worsen the indoor air quality and cause various health conditions, such as asthma, skin irritations and respiratory health disorders.
'Shop for your Grandkids' Campaign
In 2021, Urban Ethos launched a campaign to encourage all Aussies to do their bit before the world ‘turns into a junkyard’. The company’s mission is to ‘Change Consumer Habits’ by providing various products that enhance the choices we make to waste less and be more environmentally conscious. With this in mind, Urban Ethos has encouraged us to ‘Shop for your Grandkids’. The organisation collaborated with volunteer students from Ripponlea Primary School to create a video that aimed to educate the primary grocery buyer on how their shopping habits impact the younger generation, and beyond. You can check out the video on the profile.
Sustainability
The AFA supports sustainable business practices encouraging its members to become more sustainable and move towards a more circular approach to product development. The AFA supports third-party certification and product stewardship with all AFA listed members certified under a recognised ecolabel and / or product stewardship scheme.
What happens to the paint and packaging at Paintback?
1. DIY and trade painters can drop off their unwanted paint and packaging at any of the 169 Paintback locations across Australia. Paintback accepts up to 100 litres per visit stowed in containers of up to 20 litres. 2. The unwanted paint and packaging are stored at the collection point ready for Paintback to pick up. 3. Paintback transports it from the collection point for treatment. The packaging and liquid are separated. 4. The containers are recycled, subject to contamination. The solvent paint is used as an alternative energy source. Water is separated from acrylic paint, with the by-product used in a variety of industrial applications significantly reducing landfill. 5. Our R&D program aims to improve resource recovery to 90% diversion from landfills and movement up the waste hierarchy.
Proud partners of The Hunger Project Australia.
We have a Grant Agreement with The Hunger Project whereby a portion of our commission from the sale of each property is donated to The Hunger Project. The Hunger Project’s goal is to end world hunger. We understand first-hand the powerful impact the work of The Hunger Project has to end world hunger on a global scale and are passionate advocates for their incredible work. The Hunger Project believes in empowering people to become owners of their own development. Not based on handouts, but built on female empowerment through education, generating knowledge, capacity and capability that has a long-term sustainable impact. Women in rural disadvantaged arrears are trained to be elected to represent their communities over a 5 year term to become effective, respected leaders in their communities. As a result, they bring water, electricity, sanitation, education and more, to their villages.
We are active members In Community Environment Groups
Jodie Schickerling, Director and Officer In Effective Control is a member and active volunteer of Moonee Valley Sustainability (MVS). She was elected to the committee on 29/08/2023. MVS is a collective of local volunteers, supporters, and community groups in Moonee Valley who promote, support, enable and advocate for sustainable living in the local community. MVS grow community capacity to prevent further climate impacts and build climate resilience through education, campaigns, events, innovative projects, research and enabling community connection. MVS constructively engages in and encourages evidence-based action on climate change and sustainable living, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and resource use. Successful sustainable living is about growing food and making products the community needs, to nurture a local, sharing, and circular economy in Moonee Valley.
Climate Adaptation Requires Youth Action
CARYA was launched in 2020, bringing together a courageous, cross-cultural group of young adults to learn about, discuss and take action on some of the key social and environmental issues impacting (and being impacted by) climate change. Our CARYA participants complete a 8 week training program, meeting expert speakers and discussing topics such as food security, climate justice, biodiversity, climate as a health issue, and waste. Training is intended to set up participants with essential sustainability knowledge, networks and communication skills. Training is flexible, and includes several field trips for CARYA participants to enhance their learning experience, with past trips including a local bush tucker walk guided by first peoples, visits to the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, e-bike rides to the Eco Justice Hub in Brunswick and a tour of the thriving urban backyard ‘The Plummery’ to meet permaculture expert Kat Lavers.
Common Bean Cafe
The Common Bean Cafe is our social enterprise established to provide a space for young people to gain work experience and develop their skills and confidence required in finding work. Youth unemployment levels in Broadmeadows are currently at 27.2% (ABS, 2016). By providing young people with a supportive transitional training and employment program we are helping to combat youth unemployment in our community! Every six months, the Common Bean Cafe provides a transitional employment opportunity and on the job training to a new group of young people form our community. During their placement with the Common Bean, the young participants gain accredited training in areas relevant to hospitality, general employability skills, six months of paid work experience and an increased sense of confidence which will allow them to obtain employment independently in the future.
First and Only Gold Standard Climate Project in Australia
On a 200km wide corridor north of Perth, Carbon Neutral has been turning things around diligently replanting land that was drastically cleared for farming throughout the 20th century and revitalising the biosphere. And its efforts have been so successful, it has become the first and only organisation in Australia to be awarded Gold Standard certification for climate interventions.
