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Kate’s Kitchen takes next step on sustainability journey
The acclaimed Bristol-based catering firm Kate’s Kitchen has completed a ten-week Sustainability in Business Skills Bootcamp delivered by Future Leap and funded by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority.
The course is aimed at professionals across all departments, from HR to operations, equipping them with the tools and confidence to embed environmental and social responsibility into everyday business practices.
It comes at a time when many organisations are under increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals, but often lack the practical know-how to implement change.
Participants explore a wide range of topics, from the history of climate change to the social dimensions of sustainability, alongside hands-on strategies that can be applied directly within their organisations.
Kate Ploughman has completed a ten-week Sustainability in Business Skills Bootcamp with several other participants, delivered by Future Leap and funded by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority – photo: Future Leap/ WECA
For Kate’s Kitchen, the experience marks a huge leap towards embedding more sustainable practices across its catering operations.
Kate Ploughman, founder of Kate’ Kitchen, said the course had provided both knowledge and practical direction, adding that the business is now looking to apply what it has learned.
“I’ve learned so much – from the history of climate change to the social side of sustainability, as well as practical strategies businesses can implement. I’m really looking forward to applying this at Kate’s Kitchen Catering Ltd.
“A big thank you to Laura Millar and Lauren Gillis for their incredible knowledge and for running such a well-organised and engaging course.”
For Kate’s Kitchen, the experience marks a huge leap towards embedding more sustainable practices across its catering operations – photo: Kate Ploughman
The programme, backed by regional funding, is designed to make sustainability training more accessible, enabling businesses to upskill staff and integrate responsible practices without significant financial barriers.
Since its founding in 2007 by Kate ‘s Kitchen has earned a loyal following for its thoughtful, seasonal menus – each one a reflection of its close ties to the land and the local producers who help shape it.
Main photo: Evoke Pictures
Kate’s Kitchen is a member of the Bristol24/7 Better Business network, an initiative to help businesses thrive while creating a positive impact on Bristol and the people who live here. As part of their membership, businesses can publish member news stories like this. For more information, visit my.bristol247.com/better-business
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