Plant Passion

Carbon & Climate

Plant Passion is an award-winning, sustainable and ethical flower farm, based in the Surrey Hills. After years of embedding sustainability across their operations, the team wanted to qualify the emission impact of their flowers in comparison to the industry standard and impart flowers. 5D Sustainability provided the technical support needed to prove Plant Passion ‘s land use and flower production is significantly smaller, helping the team prove with data their impact.

Challenge and Opportunity

The flower industry is widely recognised as being unsustainable, with high carbon emissions from imports, intensive farming practices, and packaging waste. Our client, a sustainable flower farmer, was confident they were operating with a significantly lower carbon footprint than the mainstream industry but needed accurate data to quantify and communicate their impact. They sought a comprehensive carbon footprint assessment to measure their emissions and compare them with industry benchmarks.

Approach & Solution

5D Sustainability worked closely with the client to provide a clear, structured approach to measuring their carbon footprint. We conducted a full technical operational carbon footprint assessment, covering Scopes 1, 2, and 3, and assessed land use emissions using third-party software (AgriCalc). By applying a hybrid methodology, we calculated the carbon footprint per flower, allowing the client to compare their results with current market data. Throughout the process, we simplified complex calculations, provided clear guidance on the data required, and ensured ongoing support.

Results & Impact

The client received a detailed and transparent report, giving them the numbers they needed to confidently showcase their sustainability efforts. With clear insights into their emissions, they can now communicate their impact to customers and industry peers with accuracy. Our structured approach and ongoing support made the process straightforward, empowering them to use data-driven evidence to highlight the benefits of locally grown, sustainable flowers.

Logo with the words "Plant Passion" in red and pink text; the dot on the "i" is shaped like a heart. Below, grey text reads "ENGLISH CUT FLOWERS," reflecting a commitment to sustainability consulting and energy efficiency.

Working with 5D Sustainability has been incredibly helpful in understanding the carbon footprint of my business. Charlotte and Mike made what could have been a complex process simple and approachable. They provided clear guidance on the data required, were always available to answer questions, and delivered a well-structured report with background information and methodology. Their full Scope 3 assessment and land use calculations gave me a comprehensive picture of my impact. Thanks to their expertise, I now have the numbers to confidently communicate my sustainability efforts. Their support has been invaluable, and I highly recommend them to any business looking to measure and reduce their environmental impact.