I've been aware of One percent for the Planet through Yvon Chouinards company 'Patagonia' and the singer Jack Johnson for a number of years but am really pleased to be in the position now to join. There are now over 700 members worldwide and the organisation is growing at the rate of one new member a day.

I am constantly grateful that my career has given me an incredible lifestyle (and continues to do so) but equally that every action has consequence. Northern Mountain Sport's activities are intrisically linked to the natural environment and I feel that this is a small step forward in making change.

1% For The Planet® is an alliance of businesses that understand the necessity of protecting the natural environment. They understand that profit and loss are directly linked to the health of our environment. In addition, these businesses are concerned with the social and environmental impacts of industry.

If you're a business owner (or have any influence over your boss) please consider becoming a member of this socially and environmentally progressive group. By contributing 1% of turnover (NOT profit) to grassroots enviro groups, members of 1% For The Planet affect real change. And members receive other benefits: The satisfaction of paving the way for more corporate responsibility in the business community and the recognition, support and patronage of conscientious consumers who value serious commitment to the environment.

To learn more about 1% For The Planet, check out 1 Percent for the Planet

Northern Mountain Sport is a member.

Since January of this year Northern Mountain Sport has been a member of 1 Percent for the Planet

Companies donate one percent of their turnover (not profit) to environmental groups and charities. We've just sent out our first donation to the John Muir Trust, a leading UK charity dedicated to the protection of wild land for both nature and people.

It's not much, but it's something.