Every business has a role to play in restoring nature and helping build a stable future for our planet.
Together, we can combat climate change, protect our water resources, conserve our natural heritage and build a sustainable and prosperous future. Now thats a win win for us all.
WATCH THE STORY EVERY BUSINESS NEEDS TO KNOW!
OUR PLANET: OUR BUSINESS.
This film, inspired by Netflix our planet series, highlights the economic value of nature to our society and shows how business can effect change at scale. Its aim is to help everyone understand whats at stake if we continue with “business as usual”.
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“Let us together make the Impossible…Possible”
MISSION & STORY
The story of Harper Luxe Serviced Apartments began thousands of miles away, as Oliver and his wife Daniella travelled through the Mangrove forests of the UAE.
Having experience working within the Hospitality & Construction sectors, I knew there was a lack of climate initiatives for Serviced Apartment operators, even though the sector is a contributor to carbon emissions.
Since 2022 my wife and I, together with family and friends. have been planting Mangrove trees in the UAE.
After attending Cop28 in Dubai 2023 we came up with the idea for Harper Luxe Serviced Apartments offering a personal service that made it easier for guests and companies to compensate for their carbon footprint.
We now plant a Mangrove tree for every person who stays with us!
Here are the top ten links detailing the benefits of protecting our mangrove forests:
- An inside look at the beauty and benefits of mangroves - UNEP
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/inside-look-beauty-and-benefits-mangroves
Highlights the role of mangroves in carbon sequestration, protection against extreme weather, and habitat for threatened species. - 5 reasons to protect mangrove forests for the future - World Economic Forum
https://www.earthday.org/the-importance-of-mangrove-forests/
Discusses mangroves as natural coastal defenses, carbon sinks, and vital habitats for biodiversity. - 6 Reasons for Restoring and Protecting Mangroves - The Pew Charitable Trusts
https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/articles/2022/07/26/6-reasons-for-restoring-and-protecting-mangroves
Covers how mangroves support wildlife, protect people, and contribute to climate change mitigation. - Why are mangroves important to the environment? - World Economic Forum
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/
Explores the protective role of mangroves for coastlines and their importance in maintaining water quality and supporting marine habitats. - 5 facts about mangroves and why we must protect them - UNEP-WCMC
https://www.unep-wcmc.org/en/news/5-facts-about-mangroves-and-why-we-must-protect-them
Details the role of mangroves in climate change mitigation, biodiversity hotspots, and support for local communities. - The Importance of Mangrove Forests - Earth Day
https://www.earthday.org/the-importance-of-mangrove-forests/#:~:text=Mangrove forests act as a risk of sea-level rise
Focuses on mangroves as carbon sinks, biodiversity hotspots, and their role in improving water quality. - Mangroves: Key to Climate and Coastal Protection - IUCN
https://portals.iucn.org/library/efiles/documents/2006-041.pdf
Highlights the role of mangroves in climate protection and coastal defense, and their economic benefits. - Mangroves: A Valuable Resource - Smithsonian Ocean
https://ocean.si.edu/ocean-life/plants-algae/mangroves
Discusses the ecological and economic importance of mangroves, including their role in fisheries and coastal protection. - The Value of Mangroves - WWF
https://www.worldwildlife.org/initiatives/mangroves-for-community-and-climate
Covers the multiple benefits of mangroves, including carbon sequestration, biodiversity support, and coastal protection. - Mangroves: Nurseries of the Sea - Conservation International
https://www.conservation.org/priorities/mangroves
Focuses on the critical role of mangroves as nurseries for marine life and their importance in sustaining fisheries. These resources provide comprehensive insights into why mangrove forests are crucial for environmental health, climate resilience, and community support.
