Company
Date Published
Author
Katy Wigdahl
Word count
634
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

This is Earth Day, a day to reflect on the climate crisis and what we can do as individuals and as a collective to mitigate its effects. As a fast-growth voice technology business, Speechmatics acknowledges its own environmental footprint and the impact of its technology on greenhouse gas emissions and electronic waste production. The company has taken steps to reduce its waste, including recycling 50% of its collected waste and offsetting some of its travel impacts through carbon offsetting initiatives. However, it recognizes that more can be done and is committed to making a positive impact on the planet. By embracing sustainability and investing in environmentally-friendly technologies, businesses like Speechmatics can help drive prosperity while protecting the future of our planet.