Why environmental action is needed

Our planet needs us. Our businesses can lead the way.

Change is needed

Our planet is facing serious challenges—rising temperatures, plastic pollution and declining wildlife. These issues affect us all and need our attention.

Some key facts:

  • Over 1 million plant and animal species risk extinction in the coming decades
  • Carbon emissions keep rising, impacting communities worldwide

It’s clear that we need to act, and quickly. But change is possible. Every step toward better practices helps protect our planet and future. Together, we can make a real difference.

George Bevan, wearing gloves is gardening with a rake near a black metal fence, with two brick houses and a parked car in the background.
An adult orangutan hangs from a tree branch in a forest, holding her baby close—an inspiring reminder of what environmental consultancy strives to protect.
A large smokestack emits a thick plume of smoke into the sky, while clouds and blue sky form the backdrop—a scene often assessed by environmental consultancy experts.
Rows of cut tree trunks and scattered branches lie on a barren, deforested landscape under a cloudy sky—highlighting the urgent need for environmental consultancy to restore balance.
Two sanitation workers in high-visibility clothing, assisted by an environmental consultancy’s guidelines, empty a green trash bin into a garbage truck filled with bottles and waste on a city street.

But there’s hope...

Our Pale Blue Dot is our only home. Every action matters, no matter how small. When businesses change how they think and operate, they become part of creating a better future for our planet.

We’ve seen what this looks like in practice. Through 1% for the Planet, over $784 million has gone to grassroots environmental groups, with $110 million given in 2024 alone. And switching a 20-vehicle fleet from combustion engines to electric vehicles can save around 25 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year.

Whether it’s eliminating single-use plastics or rethinking energy use, positive change comes from developing environmental thinking that motivates your team and guides your business decisions.

At Natural Distinction, we help businesses discover how they can reduce their environmental impact and start contributing towards a more sustainable future.

A turquoise lake bordered by a sandy shore and dense evergreen forest, with steep rocky cliffs rising in the background—an ideal setting for environmental consultancy focused on preserving natural landscapes.
Three people work together removing plants and clearing brush in a wooded area on a sunny day, demonstrating teamwork often seen in environmental consultancy projects.

The business opportunity

On top of helping to protect our planet, reducing your environmental impact also brings commercial opportunities in today’s environmentally aware marketplace. Thanks to conservationists like Sir David Attenborough and campaigns like Sky Ocean Rescue, environmental issues are being brought to the forefront of public thought. As a result, consumers are thinking more environmentally and ethically.

The numbers speak for themselves:

  • 72% of the population surveyed are concerned about climate change
  • 78% of consumers consider sustainability considerations as somewhat or very important when choosing to buy a product or shop at a retailer

These concerned consumers are your team, suppliers and customers.

Why businesses must act now

There’s never been a more important time for businesses to acknowledge their responsibility. Consumers increasingly consider company culture when making purchases, creating both environmental and financial demand for businesses to do more.

This is about avoiding greenwash marketing and tick-box initiatives. Our goal is to embed an environmental culture that drives significant positive changes to your everyday activities.

Fundamentally, we believe in making real changes that protect our planet, and we know this matters to your staff and customers too. That’s why our environmental consultancy services are designed to help businesses become aware of their environmental impact and take big steps in reducing it.

A black bear stands on a rocky shoreline near the water, with green foliage in the background—a peaceful scene that highlights the importance of environmental consultancy in preserving natural habitats.
A snorkeler in a wetsuit swims at the surface above a large whale in clear blue ocean water, capturing a scene that inspires marine environmental consultancy and ocean conservation efforts.
A chipmunk sits on a large fallen tree trunk in a grassy area, partially hidden by the wood and grass—an ideal snapshot for an environmental consultancy highlighting local wildlife habitats.
A black bear stands on a rocky shoreline near the water, with green foliage in the background—a peaceful scene that highlights the importance of environmental consultancy in preserving natural habitats.
Four monkeys are sitting and walking on the edge of a white rooftop, surrounded by green bushes—an ideal scene for an environmental consultancy to observe urban wildlife interactions.
Aerial view of a turquoise lake with branching river inlets meeting the shore, surrounded by forest at the bottom edge—a stunning scene often studied by environmental consultancy experts for ecosystem preservation.
A large ocean wave curls, forming a barrel with white spray, with trees visible in the background under a blue sky.
Four monkeys are sitting and walking on the edge of a white rooftop, surrounded by green bushes—an ideal scene for an environmental consultancy to observe urban wildlife interactions.

Start empowering environmental action today

Your business can be part of the solution. Contact us today to discover how environmental action can protect our planet while giving you a natural distinction.

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We have been working with Natural Distinction for two years now. From the initial assessment of what our company’s environmental policy should look like to its ongoing implementation, George has been incredibly knowledgeable and very hands on. He joins our volunteering days, keeps us focused and very much feels like part of the Friend team

Robert Williams, Founder - Friend Studio