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Elizabeth Mellor, Head of ESG and Sustainable Procurement Published 19th Feb, 2025 Updated 15th Oct, 2026

LIFE BELOW EARTH

MINIMISING OUR IMPACT

We believe that every action makes an impact. That's why we a portion of profits from our Everyday Earth products will directly fund marine conservation project Delta Blue Carbon, Pakistan.

Your impact in numbers (so far):

204,105 eco-products have been sold since 2023.
323,263 plastic bottles have been repurposed, reducing our environmental impact.
Equivalent to 329 tonnes of CO2e.
This could power a lightbulb for 271 years.

Written by Elizabeth Mellor

Elizabeth Mellor is Head of ESG and Sustainable Procurement at SMI, responsible for driving the company's sustainability strategy and customer-focused ESG initiatives. She works closely with suppliers, customers, and industry partners to deliver practical solutions that support long-term environmental and social progress.

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