We have engaged with 13 towns for DSPOC, including:
Our campaign has gained significant media attention, resulting in the publication of over 30 articles and blogs. These pieces have collectively reached a readership of more than 100,000 people. Through these articles and blogs, we have been able to raise awareness about the importance of sustainable palm oil, educate the public on the environmental impacts of unsustainable practices, and promote the efforts of the Dorset Sustainable Palm Oil Community. Our media presence has played a crucial role in amplifying our message and engaging a broader audience.
We have a growing mailing list with over 740 subscribers who receive our monthly updates. These newsletters keep our community informed about the latest developments, success stories, and opportunities to get involved in promoting sustainable palm oil practices. You can view our monthly newsletter updates here.
We are proud to have been finalists at the Big Sustainability Awards in both 2022 and 2023. This highlights our commitment to promoting sustainable practices and the significant impact of our work in the Dorset community. Being finalists two years in a row underlines the importance of our mission and the dedication of our team, partners, and supporters. These awards celebrate businesses and organisations that have made outstanding contributions to sustainability, and our inclusion affirms our role as leaders in the movement towards sustainable palm oil.
We have checked to ensure that where palm oil is present in our food (biscuits for the office), it is from sustainable sources.
By doing so, we know that we are fighting climate change and also helping to protect wildlife around the world from the impact of unsustainable agricultural practices.
Champions are businesses, organisations, schools, and universities in Dorset that have committed to sustainable palm oil practices.
To achieve “Champion” status, they have completed the organisation pledge, made one change, made a long-term commitment to only have sustainable palm oil (SPO) in all their food products, and lastly, they have put a policy statement on their website and social media detailing their commitment. They then have a certain amount of time to change ALL their food products to only having sustainable palm oil.
Our pledged champions have all committed to the campaign and are in the process of checking their supply chains and ensuring they only use sustainable palm oil. This involves a thorough review of their suppliers and ingredients to verify compliance with sustainable palm oil standards. They are working diligently to replace any non-sustainable palm oil products with those that are certified sustainable. This transition is crucial for reducing the environmental impact of palm oil production and supporting the conservation of wildlife habitats. By committing to this process, our champions demonstrate their dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
Our Ambassadors play a pivotal role in advocating for sustainable palm oil practices and spreading awareness within their respective communities. They are individuals who have volunteered their time and expertise to actively promote the campaign’s objectives. Ambassadors engage in outreach activities such as community events, educational workshops, and online advocacy to educate the public about sustainable palm oil and encourage businesses and consumers to make informed choices.
These dedicated individuals embody our mission of promoting sustainable palm oil practices in Dorset. They work closely with our team to coordinate outreach efforts, share success stories, and inspire others to join our cause. Through their passion and commitment, our Ambassadors are instrumental in driving positive change and fostering a more sustainable future for palm oil production.
