SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
LittlePod
SunGod
The team at LittlePod say: “April 21, 2023 was a red letter day for LittlePod as we became one of the first winners of the King’s Award for Enterprise (Sustainable Development). “We’re looking forward to two more momentous occasions as we prepare to return to Buckingham Palace, before welcoming
SunGod is a British eyewear brand and certified B Corp, that creates ultra-durable, carbon-neutral sunglasses and ski goggles. Driven by a mission to ‘See Better’, the team at SunGod see a better future: through their lenses, through their actions and through doing business better. From carbon-neutral products and operations, to Infinite™ recycled frames and lenses, to an unrivalled Lifetime Guarantee programme, SunGod has been built on sustainable business practices since day one. Winning the King’s Award for Sustainable Development has
the Lord Lieutenant of Devon back to Farringdon on June 30, when he will present us with the King’s Awards vase and warrant. Beautifully crafted from crystal glass in Cumbria, it will take pride of place alongside the Queen’s Awards vase that we won in 2018. “It will be a tribute to all who have helped us reach this point, to LittlePod teams past and present, and to all who have supported and contributed to our Campaign for Real Vanilla. “Here at LittlePod we will raise a toast to the vanilla farming communities in the Equatorial regions, to our wider family of LittlePodders, and to all who have worked so hard to help us achieve this treasured accolade.”
been an incredible way to acknowledge this commitment. Zoe Watkiss, co- founder and CEO, reflects on the award: “We’re so proud that our mission to put sustainability at the heart of our business has been recognised – it’s an incredible feeling. Winning the King’s Award is a testament to the hard work, enthusiasm and commitment of the whole SunGod community; such recognition will help us fuel further change across the eyewear industry.”
LITTLEPOD Whyte House, Farringdon, Exeter, Devon EX5 2HY Tel: 01395 232022 • sales@littlepod.co.uk • www.littlepod.co.uk @little_pod @LittlePodtheVanillaCompany
SUNGOD hello@sungod.co • www.sungod.co
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TDP Ltd
Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd
TDP Ltd is a family business which designs and manufactures outdoor furniture from recycled plastic waste. Established in 1991, the Derbyshire SME is committed to supporting the circular economy by keeping resources in the value chain. The business uses recycled plastics sourced from UK household collections to manufacture a wide range of products, including benches, picnic tables, dining sets, chairs and planters. Engraving and plaques form part of the memorial and commemorative bench offering.
Rob, Anne, Kym and Luke Barlow in TDP’s showroom
Thomas Kneale manufactures business sector compliant, high performance bedroom and bathroom linens and fire retardant textiles for all types of residential accommodation. For example university halls, councils, MOJ, MOD, fire and rescue, police, hospitality, healthcare, nursing homes, marine, sleeper trains and so much more. An ISO 9001 & 14001 company, Ecovadis Gold Medal holder, Living Wage Foundation and Living Hours accredited company, the Sustainable Development award underscores its fair trade and ethical credentials, which minimise environmental impact. THOMAS KNEALE & CO LTD Arbry House, Unit 6, Piccadilly Trading Estate, Manchester M1 2NP Tel: 0161 274 4464 • info@thomaskneale.co.uk • www.thomaskneale.co.uk @tknealeco Thomas Kneale & Co Limited
TDP’s website provides customers with the environmental credentials for each individual product, including emission savings and the quantity of plastic recycled. The products require minimal maintenance, no staining, and will last a lifetime. So far, TDP’s award winning sustainable production strategy has saved more than 4,200 tonnes of plastic waste from going into landfill and polluting our rivers and oceans. The leadership team is passionate about sharing best practice and inspiring other businesses to have a positive impact on the world around them.
TDP LTD Derby Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4BG Tel: 01629 820011 • info@tdp.co.uk • www.tdp.co.uk TDPRecycledproducts tdp_furniture TdpUk
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