Our story
2006 - Started as Ethical Nation
Recognising the necessity for a distinct certification process to accurately measure and define levels of carbon management and reporting, Ethical Nation spearheaded the development of the NCZ programme.
2010/11 - World's first carbon neutral service programme
Working with a series of early adopters, Ethical Nation created the first Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) based carbon management programme in the FM sector to ensure contracted services could be delivered as carbon neutral, and all on-site service-related emissions are reported on a client-by-client basis.
2022 – After years of development, NCZ emerged
Committed to aiding businesses understand their carbon footprint, through measurement, management, and reduction, by leveraging innovative technology solutions, NCZ officially launched to offer a streamlined and accessible approach for companies in all sectors and geographical regions to embark on their journey to net zero.
2023 – NCZ invested in innovative technology and launched into the UAE
Investing in the NCZ portal, enabled carbon footprint assessment and reporting processes to be streamlined. Meaning all organisational, operational and supply-chain emissions can be efficiently managed through each phase of the certification programme.
With the growing number of global clients, NCZ launched successfully into the United Arab Emirates and hosted its first Fringe Event alongside COP28.
2024 – The growing team support SMEs through to large global corporations, spanning industries and sectors globally
The certification programme, plus carbon managed events and services, provides businesses with a competitive edge, commercially, socially, and environmentally.
January saw the world’s first carbon conscious soccer awards event, that NCZ benchmarked and offset in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council and Globe Soccer Awards.
Take your first step to understanding the carbon footprint of your business
We’re passionate about…
Integrating sustainability into every business and creating a community for like-minded businesses to support each other’s decarbonisation journeys.
Collaboration
01We always engage collaboratively, leveraging our experience and expertise to devise innovative solutions.
Innovation
02At the heart of our processes, we are motivated to inspire others and face challenges creatively with an optimistic outlook.
Sustainability
03Central to our approach is a commitment to sustainable practices that meet the needs of the present, without harming those of the future.
People
04NCZ is a diverse and inclusive business, committed to investing in, working with, and developing the very best talent.
Trust
05Our foundation is built on trust, fostered through transparency, honesty, and accountability in all our interactions.
Our team
Our growing team are passionate about helping businesses thrive responsibly.
“Feel the fear and do it anyway.”
I have been a sustainability entrepreneur for the past 18 years. In 2006 I founded a carbon management consultancy and have been lucky enough to work with many early adopters and industry leaders across a wide range of industries.
- Creating the world’s first carbon neutral cleaning system in 2010.
- Further developing the system to enable carbon neutral services across multiple sectors and countries with the NCZ team.
- Tripling NCZ revenue in year 2 (team effort).
Family life, horse riding, e-karting.
My horse Mylo is an Irish Sports Horse. He is now retired from competing (so am I) but in his day he was a very successful eventer. We lost our beloved border collie two years ago; he was my wing man and is very missed.
“Work to live don’t live to work.”
Senior Procurement Professional with over 20 years’ experience across multiple sectors and various Board Director roles.
- Leaving the Corporate World to start my own business.
- Being a low, single figure handicap golfer for the last 20 years.
- Leading the UK Procurement team for one of the largest FM providers in the World.
My children, golf, Man Utd/ Redditch Utd Football Clubs and socialising with my friends.
I had a black cat called Sooty from birth to the age of 14 who was my companion.
“If you haven’t clearly thought through and defined where you want to go and why, you probably won’t get there. But probably even worse, you will get there and realise it’s not where you wanted to get to after all…”
I have extensive experience in operations management, business improvement, and business growth.
- Joining the military when most people around me didn’t think I had the staying power.
- Getting on a plane with a single 25kg case of luggage and setting up a life in Dubai.
- Doing a 31 hour ultra triathlon having been told I am diabetic and would need to be very reserved with sports and not take any risks.
Endurance sports – Ironman, Ultra Marathons, cycling, anything where ones first thought is “ooooh that will take some mental stamina” or “ooooh that will hurt.”
We have Abi dog as our family pet, a desert mongrel. Plus, 2 rats (Rosie and Riley) and a crested Geko (Garry).
“You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”
Experienced in the finance sector, nutrition, and personal training. Since starting with NCZ I’m also loving learning about how to integrate sustainability into business.
- Passing my ISO 14064:2018-1 Lead Verifier Course.
- Becoming a triathlete at 40, before which I had no interest in sport (only became a PT a year ago).
- Now I have competed in numerous marathons, half marathons, eight half Ironman races and have also qualified for IM World Champs.
Swimming, Cycling, Running = Triathlon! My new goal is to complete a full distance triathlon in 2024.
I have a one-year-old Cavoodle (Cavapoo), who’s called JJ, named after a mountain (Jebal Jais) in the town he was born in.
Family first, always.
I have worked in both a sustainability consultancy as well as in an in-house sustainability position.
Completing my MSc in Geographical Information Systems.
My dogs, reading and listening to music.
I have 3 Giant Schnauzers (Max, Petra and Yana) and a Miniature Schnauzer called Yva. There is never a quiet moment in my house!
Life moves pretty fast, if you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.
I have worked within a sustainable consultancy, guiding businesses through the full spectrum of their sustainability journey, from onboarding, all the way to carbon reduction analysis and reporting.
Achieving my Masters in Climate Change.
Solo travelling Asia.
All things sport, whether it be Golf or Middlesbrough FC. I love my travelling and exploration and finally clothing upcycling.
Harry the 16 and a half year old chocolate lab who is a bit of a local celebrity amongst his public footpath routes.
“She believed she could, so she did” – R.S. Grey
1.5 years in customer support, 3.5 years as an admin assistant, 2 years as a virtual assistant.
Once a shy girl, I stepped out of my comfort zone, travelling for work and meeting people from different backgrounds. Now, I have a diverse professional experience, collaborating with clients from various industries and cultures across the world.
Travelling to new places, relaxing at the beach, and binge-watching Netflix movies/series.
4 dogs (Bailey, Ken, Cedy, Royce) – fun fact: Their names are inspired by drinks and cars.
Bailey – from Baileys Irish cream
Ken – short for Heineken
Cedy – short for Mercedes (Mercedes Benz)
Royce – from Rolls-Royce
Life’s greatest joys are found in the little moments.”
Experienced in graphic design, video editing, marketing, and customer service.
- Passed my CSE.
- Became independent at 18.
- Treated my parents to two trips last year.
- Built my own coffee corner with my little machine and learned to make latte art by myself.
Travelling, random hiking, documentaries, dancing, family time, thrift shopping, food exploration, cooking and making my own coffee.
Bubbles the Black Pug, along with Chin, Pom, Pam and Saag —the beloved aspins at my parents’ home.