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

LIFE ON EARTH

Every £1,000 order, we plant a tree!

We believe that small actions lead to big change.

That’s why we plant a tree for every £1,000 spent with us, turning your orders into a force for environmental good.

Your impact in numbers (so far):

  • 23,057 trees planted in total, restoring forests and ecosystems.
  • 1,959 hours of community work generated since 2023, providing jobs and skills for local people.
  • Equivalent to 2,423 homes offset, delivering clean air and reducing environmental impact.
  • 2.31 tonnes of CO2e absorbed within the first 20 years of these trees' lives.
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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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