Sumillion, a forward-thinking business, places sustainability at the core of its operations. Founded by an entrepreneur with a background in the reseller industry, the business emerged from a period of personal reflection on environmental issues and the legacy they wished to leave behind. Sumillion began as a response to there not being any other businesses in their market that focused on sustainability, this vision led to a revolutionary approach that combined holistic circular reselling with consultancy support.
The founder was determined to reduce the company’s environmental impact and work towards carbon neutrality, particularly in addressing significant downstream emissions. They also aimed to empower their customers by providing ways to offset emissions at the point of purchase, making sustainability more accessible and actionable.
Now in its third year of collaboration with Positive Planet, Sumillion has adopted a comprehensive range of services to achieve their sustainability objectives. These include carbon footprint measurement and certified reduction plans.
One of the most significant milestones was becoming Positive Planet’s first gold-accredited client through Positive Planet Certified. This achievement reflects Sumillion’ commitment to credible and meaningful certification, aligning with standards like ISO. The Positive Planet Certification has added legitimacy to their sustainability efforts, enhancing their reputation as a responsible and progressive business.
“Working with Positive Planet was an undeniably positive experience, they helped Sumillion accurately calculate our carbon footprint, sorting through the often-complex data and making sense of it.”
John Rose, Head of Alliances, Sumillion
Looking ahead, Sumillion is preparing to move offices to address limitations in the current building’s heating and gas systems. An assessment with Positive Planet is scheduled for the coming year, and Sumillion is determined to build on its achievements, ensuring that future audits deliver even greater progress. By continuing to work with Positive Planet, the company aims to maintain its position as a leader in sustainability while inspiring others to follow suit.
Working with Positive Planet has delivered tangible benefits for Sumillion, both internally and externally. The certification process provided a clear framework for continuous improvement, which has strengthened the company’s commitment to sustainability. Internally, employee morale has seen a significant boost, as staff take pride in contributing to a business recognised for its sustainable practices.