Sustainability at Alpha Crew

At Alpha Crew, we are committed to sustainability and minimising the environmental impact of our operations. As proud members of Isla, the leading organisation for sustainable practices in the events industry, we benefit from their expertise and resources to enhance our environmental initiatives. Isla plays a key role in supporting companies like ours by providing practical tools, industry insights, and a network of like-minded businesses dedicated to improving sustainability in the events sector.

Our Sustainability Commitment

We understand that sustainability is an ongoing journey, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every step we take contributes to a greener future. Our sustainability policy is designed to:

- Ensure compliance with environmental legislation.

- Integrate sustainability into decision-making across all levels of the business.

- Engage and empower our staff and partners to adopt sustainable practices.

- Leverage the support and expertise of Isla to continuously improve our sustainability efforts.

How Isla Supports Us

As a member of Isla, we benefit from access to a wealth of resources, insights, and support designed to help us improve our sustainability practices. Isla’s role in the events industry is invaluable in providing companies like Alpha Crew with the tools to reduce environmental impact while promoting responsible business practices. Their expertise helps us understand the latest sustainability trends, develop new strategies, and connect with other companies who share our commitment to making the events sector greener.

By being part of Isla’s network, we are able to stay informed about industry developments, share knowledge with peers, and continue to make gradual improvements to our operations. Although we are still on our sustainability journey, Isla provides a foundation that helps us shape and refine our approach.

How Isla Supports Us:

- Knowledge Sharing and Best Practices: Isla’s network allows us to exchange ideas with other companies focused on sustainability. Through this collaboration, we are continuously learning and adapting sustainable practices that align with our goals.

- Tools and Resources: Isla provides access to essential tools that help streamline our efforts in reducing waste, improving energy efficiency, and managing our environmental footprint. These resources are invaluable as we evolve our sustainability strategy.

- Training and Guidance: Isla offers training and industry insights that support our team in understanding how to implement more sustainable practices, whether that’s in terms of waste management, energy use, or supply chain decisions.

Key Sustainability Practices

1. Waste Reduction and Recycling

We actively reduce paper usage by implementing double-sided printing and shredding documents for recycling. Additionally, we have moved all crew information, timesheets, and applications online to minimise paper waste.
Uniforms, hard hats, and high-vis vests are made from durable materials, prioritising longevity over cheaper alternatives, thus reducing the need for frequent replacements.
At events, we maintain a rigorous housekeeping process, which includes soldier lines for waste collection and processing. This ensures that materials are properly sorted and disposed of responsibly.

2. Sustainable Travel Practices

To minimise our carbon footprint, we encourage walking, cycling, and the use of public transport for our crew. We also prefer online meetings to reduce the need for travel.
Where travel is necessary, we optimise transport by using larger vehicles, such as a 9-seater van, to ensure that we reduce the number of vehicles required for crew transportation.

3. Minimising Packaging Waste

We actively encourage crew members to bring their own lunches or we provide sustainable catering options that reduce packaging waste. This helps to minimise single-use plastic and other disposable packaging materials.

4. Uniform Recycling and Reuse

To further reduce waste, we work with suppliers to recycle old uniforms, ensuring that they do not end up in landfills but are returned for reuse or repurposing.

5. Training for Sustainable Practices

Our comprehensive crew training programmes include sustainability-focused modules. Crew members are trained to perform tasks efficiently, which typically require two people, reducing resource consumption and travel.
We also educate our team on best practices in sustainability, ensuring that each individual is aware of their role in contributing to our environmental goals.

Continuous Improvement

At Alpha Crew, sustainability is not a one-off initiative but a core part of our ethos. We are continuously exploring new ways to improve our practices, seeking innovative solutions to reduce our environmental footprint. From the development of new training programmes to the adoption of cutting-edge technology, we are committed to staying at the forefront of sustainable practices in the events industry.

Looking Ahead: Our Goals for the Future

We know that sustainability is an ever-evolving journey, and we are committed to making continuous improvements. Moving forward, we aim to:

- Reduce carbon emissions further by exploring green transport alternatives.

- Increase the use of renewable energy sources in our operations and at events.

- Expand our recycling efforts to include more materials and increase our recycling rate.

- Work closely with our clients and suppliers to promote sustainability in every stage of the event process.

By embedding sustainability into our operations, we not only help protect the environment but also set an example for the events industry. We are proud of the steps we have taken and look forward to the future as we continue to evolve and enhance our sustainability practices.