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Earth Day takes place on 22nd April every year, but in 2025, it carries more urgency than ever. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet”, is a bold call to action. It’s about recognising the power we all hold to drive change and protect the planet, while holding governments, corporations, and institutions accountable to do the same.

At Priority Recruitment, we’ve always believed in the power of people. It’s what drives our work in recruitment, and it’s also how we approach sustainability. Earth Day 2025 is a moment to reflect on the role each of us plays, and the responsibility we must act.

What “Our Power, Our Planet” Means

This year’s Earth Day is focused on global climate justice. It’s not just about protecting the environment. It’s about accelerating a fair, inclusive transition to a green economy. That means moving away from fossil fuels, expanding clean energy solutions, and creating systems that prioritise people and the planet equally.

The message is clear: we need change, and we need it now. But change doesn’t only come from policy and legislation, it also comes from businesses, individuals, and communities using their power to make better choices every day.

What We’re Doing at Priority Recruitment

We know we’re not saving the world alone. But that’s no excuse to sit still. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken to reduce our environmental impact and to support a better, more sustainable future for our team, our clients, and our candidates.

• 88% of our team don’t drive to work. Most of us walk, cycle, take public transport or work remotely. 
• We offset our carbon footprint by investing in environmental projects that drive measurable change. For every placement we make, we plant a tree to contribute to reforestation efforts.
• We prioritise recycling in our office and actively encourage all employees to participate. We strive to minimise waste generation and reduce the strain on landfills.
• We invest in sustainability training programmes for our employees to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to make environmentally conscious decisions. 
• We actively take measures to ensure our office is energy efficient. By optimising our lighting systems and equipment, we aim to reduce our energy consumption and minimise our carbon footprint.

You can read more about our sustainability commitments here: www.priorityrecruitment.co.uk/sustainability

We’re always looking to improve. But these aren’t one-off efforts. They’re built into the way we run our business.

Why Sustainability Matters in Recruitment

Sustainability isn’t just an internal value for us, it’s increasingly important to the people we work with too. Candidates want to know that the companies they’re joining are serious about climate action. Clients want to build teams who care about more than just profit.

The businesses that are attracting top talent in 2025 are the ones talking openly about their environmental goals, offering remote or flexible working, and investing in long-term sustainable growth. Our role is to connect those businesses with people who share their values and help both sides thrive.

How You Can Use Your Power This Earth Day

The theme “Our Power, Our Planet” is more than a campaign—it’s a mindset. Here are some simple but meaningful ways to get involved this year:

• Share what your business is doing to support sustainability.
• Switch to walking, cycling, or public transport for your commute. Even once a week makes a difference.
• Review your workplace policies. Are there changes you can make to support lower emissions or less waste?
• Choose sustainable suppliers and partners where possible.
• Speak up. Whether it’s to your team, your network, or your local MP, your voice matters.

Every action counts and together, they add up to real impact.

It Starts With Us

At Priority Recruitment, people will always be our priority. But we also know that a thriving future for people depends on a thriving planet. That’s why sustainability isn’t a side project, it’s something we embed into how we work, how we commute, and how we grow.

This Earth Day, we’re reminding ourselves, and others, that the power to make a difference isn’t just held by policymakers or corporations. It belongs to all of us. And we’re choosing to use it.