Take MAR at 1% for the Planet
Take MAR recently flew to New York to attend the Global Summit by 1% for the Planet. The conference was amazing, and Take MAR now has further knowledge on how to be a better steward for our environment. Our co-founder and Director of Business Development, Tara Hubbard, represented the team as an environmental partner.
1% for the Planet organizes an annual Global Summit that brings together members and partners from their network to discuss environmental sustainability and collaboration. The Global Summit serves as a platform for sharing insights, perspectives, and inspiration on how to make measurable change. The summit aims to engage participants in discussions with scientists, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are passionate about addressing environmental challenges.
The most recent Global Summit held by 1% for the Planet took place in Brooklyn over three days. Nearly 300 members and partners attended the summit, participating in various sessions and workshops. The event provided an opportunity for networking and exchanging ideas on how to amplify the impact of the 1% for the Planet network.
1% for the Planet is an organization that encourages businesses and individuals to contribute 1% of their annual sales to environmental causes. This model allows businesses to fulfill their responsibility to give back for their use of the planet's resources. 1% for the Planet helps facilitate this giving by connecting businesses and individuals with approved environmental organizations. Take MAR is an official environmental partner of 1% for the Planet. They have a network of over 6,300 partners in 112 countries.
The organization categorizes their environmental partners into four impact areas: rights to nature, renewable energy, land and water rights, community conservation, and nature access. By supporting these partners, 1% for the Planet aims to make a positive impact on the planet and promote sustainable practices.
To join the movement, businesses and individuals can fill out a membership form and pay annual membership dues. This provides access to member benefits and allows them to certify their environmental giving. 1% for the Planet emphasizes that their model is accessible for businesses, credible for consumers, and impactful for both people and the planet.
For those interested in supporting 1% for the Planet, they offer various donation options, including legacy giving, donating stock, and text-to-give. They also mention the availability of employee-matching gift programs.
To learn more about 1% for the Planet and their initiatives, you can visit their official website at https://www.onepercentfortheplanet.org/.
For more information about the Global Summit by 1% for the Planet, you can visit their official website. They often share updates and details about the summit on their events page.
