Dublin, July 2024:
Leave No Trace Ireland are delighted to embark on a new partnership with Deloitte Ireland as Leave No Trace Corporate Gold Members.
Leave No Trace Ireland offers membership at different levels, providing various benefits to help organisations support the Leave No Trace programme and actively contribute to the protection of Ireland’s shared outdoor spaces.
Through the Leave No Trace membership programme organisations are engaged to give back to the natural environment, their staff, and their communities, through the development of understanding of positive outdoor behaviours and enjoying connection with nature responsibly.
By joining Leave No Trace as Corporate Gold Members, Deloitte Ireland underscores its dedication to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices. This collaboration aligns with the organization’s values and represents a shared commitment to preserving Ireland’s natural heritage for future generations.
Commenting on the partnership, CEO of Leave No Trace Ireland, Maura Kiely, stated: “Deloitte Ireland’s decision to join Leave No Trace as Corporate Gold Members reflects a shared vision for promoting ethical and responsible outdoor use. We are excited to collaborate with Deloitte Ireland in advancing our mission of environmental stewardship and raising awareness for sustainable recreational practices across the island.”
Deloitte Ireland, with a longstanding commitment to sustainability, has held ISO14001 certification – the internationally agreed standard that sets out the requirements for an environmental management system) -since 2011.
Over the past decade, Deloitte Ireland has spearheaded numerous initiatives tackling critical environmental issues, including climate change, water conservation, waste management, resource efficiency, and biodiversity preservation.
Deloitte launched its global sustainability strategy, WorldClimate, in 2020, and through it the organization seeks to inspire positive climate actions among its workforce and beyond.
In line with this, Deloitte Ireland has made substantial commitments to drive responsible climate action both internally and externally.
Furthermore, Deloitte Ireland, with a team of over 3,000 in Ireland, is empowering its employees to make informed climate-conscious choices both at home and in the workplace through education and engagement initiatives.
Deloitte’s 2030 goals have been validated in accordance with the SBTi Net-Zero Standard, demonstrating its dedication to contributing to a net-zero future.
Deloitte Ireland is now actively participating in the Leave No Trace Hot Spot Programme, demonstrating its commitment to ethical and responsible outdoor recreation.
The purpose of the Hot Spot Programme is to teach people how to make responsible decisions when participating in outdoor activities, to promote a sense of stewardship for the natural world and an understanding of how to reduce their carbon footprint.
Under the programme, a chosen location receives a unique, site-specific blend of training, expert consulting, education programmes, service projects, monitoring programmes and more. With site-specific Leave No Trace measures in place, the area is equipped to bounce back from impacts and recover its natural qualities.