Reflecting on 2023: A year of sustainable triumphs
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Scone proudly welcomed 5,200 new users aboard the #PathToZero train. We go beyond addressing individual carbon footprints; we forge a vibrant community of like-minded people. Here, users can share their questions, celebrate successes, and inspire each other to realise their sustainable resolutions.
The community of Somers Town in Camden, London, is a beautiful example of a proactive and engaged community. The community’s climate ambassadors use the Scone platform to inform residents of the latest events within Sommer town . The initiative is based on the belief that we can contribute towards a sustainable future by working together on activities that benefit the environment, our finances, and our quality of life.
The partnership between Scone and Somers Town produced a lifestyle challenge that positively influenced community members to adopt sustainable habits. The challenge encouraged participants to embrace eco-friendly practices, such as reducing waste and making more sustainable food choices.
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Our “30 Dagen Minder Wagen” mobility challenge was a huge success. All 403 participants collectively covered an impressive 123,000 kilometres using eco-friendly modes of transportation, resulting in a 39% reduction in short car trips. This highlights the significant positive impact that sustainable transportation choices can have.
Teaming up with Ekomenu and Nicolas de Deken, we initiated a sustainable food challenge and a water-saving challenge, respectively. These challenges have raised awareness and inspired meaningful actions towards more sustainable lifestyles.
During the , we achieved victory through the efforts of our partnerships pro, . Ivor delivered a compelling pitch, showcasing how Scone helps users reduce carbon emissions and energy costs by strategically influencing behaviour change on their #PathtoZero.
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It was an honour to have our CEO, , give two guest lectures at the renowned - a business school consistently ranked in the top 3 MBA programs worldwide! During the lectures, he showcased how we’re accelerating the climate transition through a new platform business model, behavioural science techniques and AI.
We launched the SME CO₂ calculator within the consortium in collaboration with PowerPulse and Carbon+Alt+Delete. This groundbreaking initiative aims to empower small and medium-sized enterprises with the tools to measure and reduce their carbon footprint.
Scone creates a digital twin of a user’s home or business and suggests ways to become more sustainable through renovations or upgrading the car fleet to EVs, for example. It can provide an estimated cost of the upgrades and display the expected yearly savings. Furthermore, Scone can integrate with existing services and be a highly targeted lead-generation tool.
Collaborating with Carbon+Alt+Delete, . Thanks to the support of AMRO Private Banking and VLAIO, with expertise from Vlerick Business School, companies can now cut climate costs by an impressive 20%.
As we enter 2024, let’s continue our progress and work together to build a more sustainable and resilient future. Our collective action and innovation prove that positive change is possible and achievable. Here’s to another year of making a significant impact.
