Our international team has implemented a range of sustainability practices and initiatives regarding their approach to travel and within the projects we are a part of worldwide.

Staff travel considerations 

When planning any trips we consider the impact of our carbon footprint and ways in which we can minimise it. We have five regional coordinators who live in the regions where our international projects are situated, this helps to reduce the amount of travel our UK-based staff need to undertake.  If our team from head office plan an international trip, they try to visit up to 4 projects in the region, minimising the number of flights needed to attend each project and the total distance travelled.  

We also embrace technology, utilising online meeting platforms to maintain communication with the regional coordinators and those involved in the projects. We also use an online learning platform for staff training where possible.  

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Environmental sustainability initiatives from some of our international projects 

Working horses around the world are often used in place of fuel powered vehicles, creating a greener energy alternative with notable environmental benefits.  Due to the significant role that these horses play in helping to support their owners’ livelihoods as well as promoting environmental sustainability, it is important to ensure that their health and welfare is considered and prioritised.  Working in collaboration with our regional teams and partners, our international projects not only help to ensure horse welfare remains an important consideration, but that environmental sustainability is promoted where possible.

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