Sustainability
Business travel is an essential part of many companies’ operations, but it comes with a significant environmental cost. Air travel, in particular, is a major source of carbon emissions, contributing to climate change and its devastating effects. At Global Travel Management, we’re committed to helping our clients reduce their environmental impact. That’s why we’ve launched the GTM Carbon Offset Programme, an initiative that allows businesses to neutralise the carbon cost of their trips by planting trees. Through this programme, we’re not just reducing emissions; we’re actively contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.
The GTM Carbon Offset Programme is designed to be simple yet effective. Here’s how it works:
Calculate Emissions: For every business trip booked through Global Travel Management, we calculate the carbon emissions generated by that trip using industry-standard methodologies.
Plant Trees: We then determine the number of trees needed to offset those emissions, based on the average amount of carbon dioxide a tree can absorb over its lifetime.
Partner with Experts: To ensure the trees are planted effectively, we’ve partnered with Trees4Travel, an established organisation that manages tree planting projects worldwide. Trees4Travel selects locations where trees can thrive and make the greatest impact, overseeing the process from sourcing saplings to monitoring growth.
How the Programme Works
Since its launch, the Global Travel Management Carbon Offset Programme has made remarkable progress in reducing carbon emissions. To date, we’ve planted 23,486 trees, which will collectively remove 3,854,053 kg of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Beyond carbon sequestration, the trees we’ve planted offer additional benefits:
They provide vital habitat for wildlife, supporting biodiversity.
They help prevent soil erosion and improve water quality.
They create jobs and promote sustainable land use practices in local communities.
The Impact So Far
“Participating in Global Travel Management’s Carbon Offset Programme has been a game-changer for our company. Not only are we reducing our environmental impact, but we’re also showing our employees and customers that we care about the planet. It’s a win-win.”
- J.D., Managing Partner, Solicitors
Our Future Goals
We’re proud of our achievements, but we’re not stopping here. We’re also exploring ways to expand our programme, such as supporting renewable energy projects and promoting sustainable travel practices.
Join Us in Making a Difference
We believe every business has a role to play in creating a more sustainable future. By participating in the GTM Carbon Offset Programme, you can:
Reduce your company’s carbon footprint.
Demonstrate your commitment to environmental responsibility.
Support global reforestation efforts.
To learn more about how your business can get involved, get in touch today.