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March 2021

Monthly sustainability challenge

Earth Day Challenge: 7 simple steps to take climate action from your home

Treepoints takes you through your new ultimate green daily routine to protect our planet all day every day.  Over a year of pandemic, it’s no secret that we’re all bored of working from home. Whether you’re juggling home-schooling your kids, difficult flatmates, or just missing the free coffee, it can Read more…

By Georgia Crump, 2 years1 year ago
Climate Resources

Why Bitcoin Mining is so unpopular with environmentalists

A recent study by Cambridge University has found that bitcoin mining requires more energy annually than Argentina. This has provoked criticism of the cryptocurrency from environmentalists who question the value of such high energy usage. But is bitcoin really as bad for the environment as people are saying? Let’s take Read more…

By Georgia Crump, 2 years1 year ago
Sustainability

Climate Action made simple: How businesses can plant trees for every transaction

With Treepoints, it’s easy to get your business taking positive climate action with every product you sell.  It’s no secret that sustainable initiatives are good for business and good for the planet. A recent survey found that two-thirds of people consider sustainability when making a purchase and are willing to Read more…

By Georgia Crump, 2 years1 year ago
Climate Resources

International Women’s Day Special 2021: Women and Climate Change

Women and climate change on International Women’s Day This Monday the 8th of March is International Women’s Day, when countries all around the world celebrate the achievements of women and rally together for gender equality. Thanks to the pandemic it will be a bit different to other years. But the Read more…

By Georgia Crump, 2 years1 year ago
Treepoints

The month in Treepoints: February

This month has been a busy one at Treepoints HQ. We became a social enterprise, partnered with a podcast to offset CO2 emissions for every listen, and started tree planting with Eden Reforestation Projects.  And of course, our Treepoints community offset loads of carbon emissions, helping fight climate change.  Here’s Read more…

By Jacob Wedderburn-Day, 2 years1 year ago
Carbon Offsetting

Carbon Offsetting in China: Guyuan Wind Power Project

Generating clean electricity for Northern China Background China relies on burning coal for a large proportion of its energy, resulting in thousands of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere every year. The Hebei Guyuan County Dongxinying 119.5 MW Wind Power Project (to give it its full name) Read more…

By Georgia Crump, 2 years1 year ago
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