We all rely on clean air, fresh water, fertile soils and a stable climate – all services provided for free by healthy ecosystems. And yet, for too long we have neglected the living systems upon which we all depend.
Loch Abar Mòr’s land partners steward over 100,000 acres, creating a unique opportunity for local businesses to help restore habitats and return wildlife at a landscape scale.
Loch Abar Mòr welcomes business partners who wish to set their business apart, by showing their staff and customers a commitment to addressing the climate and nature emergencies, and to a Scotland where communities thrive.
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Changemaker partnerships
For investments of higher value, opportunities exist to put your name to a bespoke project that meets your ESG goals, creates a lasting, landscape-scale impact and leaves a meaningful legacy for your business.
Your team will have the opportunity to visit key sites and projects, providing first-hand insight into the work we’re doing and the impact of your support.
What do Business Partners receive?
- Badges and logos to promote your partnership
- Partnership certificate for display in your premises
- Welcome post on social media and web site listing
- Invitation to key events, such as site visits or film screenings
- Compelling stories and visual imagery from Loch Abar Mor’s work to share with your audience
- The option to offer a nature restoration ‘lunch & learn’ session for your team
Frequently asked questions
How does my support help address climate change?
The restoration of natural habitats, such as native woodlands, peatlands, wetlands and saltmarshes, creates a carbon sink. Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is effectively trapped within the plants and soil in a process known as carbon sequestration.
How does my support help wildlife?
Many of Scotland’s natural habitats are diminished and fragmented. By revitalising and reconnecting existing habitats, as well as creating new ones, opportunities emerge for a greater abundance and diversity of wildlife.
How does my support help people?
Native woodlands clean our air and water. Healthy peatlands store carbon. Re-naturalised rivers slow the flow of water, reducing the impact of flooding. All of these invaluable ‘services’ and many more, are provided when ecosystems are healthy and intact. What’s more, restoring nature creates economic, social and health benefits for communities.
All contributions go directly to a ring-fenced fund. 85% of all funding goes directly to practical nature restoration actions within Loch Abar Mòr. 15% goes on managing and sustaining the Loch Abar Mòr partnership.
Is this a carbon offsetting offer?
We consider our Business Partners as catalysts for nature recovery and therefore, distinct from simply compensating for carbon emissions created elsewhere. All of the actions supported by the fund help to lock away carbon and mitigate the impact of climate breakdown, as well as having wider benefits to biodiversity and people.
How do I know my investment is making a difference?
We monitor and measure change using a variety of metrics and report annually on the impact your support has had. In many cases, our business partners are encouraged to visit Loch Abar Mòr sites to witness change and impact for themselves.
How can I tell the story of the change that my support has made?
We believe passionately in the power of storytelling and our talented team of writers, photographers and filmmakers, can bring to life the successes that your investment brings about.
Are there other ways for my business to support Loch Abar Mòr?
If a partnership isn’t for you, there are many other ways to support the recovery of nature across Lochaber.
- Tell your staff, suppliers and customers about Loch Abar Mòr and the work we do.
- Get your colleagues together and join one of our Learning Days or Study Tours in Lochaber.
- Sponsor one of our inspiring events or create your own business fundraiser.
