Hannah Forbes
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Every year on 5 June, World Environment Day encourages us all to consider how our choices affect the environment.
For organisations operating in hospitality, care, education and essential services, sustainability is an everyday responsibility. Whether you're managing a hotel, care home, boarding school, veterinary practice, equestrian facility, marina or other customer-facing environment, there are practical steps that can help reduce environmental impact without compromising service quality.
At Forbes Professional, sustainability is built into the way we operate.
As a company whose core business is rental, regeneration and reuse are at the heart of what we do. By extending the life of commercial appliances and televisions through professional maintenance, refurbishment and responsible recycling, we help customers reduce waste and make better use of valuable resources.
Supporting a More Circular Approach
Replacing equipment before it reaches the end of its useful life creates unnecessary waste and environmental impact.
Our rental model supports a more circular economy by keeping products in service for longer. Rather than disposing of equipment and purchasing replacements, customers benefit from professionally maintained solutions that deliver reliable performance while helping to reduce waste.
This approach is particularly valuable for sectors where equipment is relied upon every day - from guest laundries and housekeeping operations to resident care environments and educational facilities.
Reducing Energy Consumption
Energy efficiency remains one of the most effective ways to lower both operating costs and environmental impact.
As a National Partner to Miele Professional, Forbes Professional supplies exceptionally energy and water-efficient commercial laundry equipment designed to help organisations operate more sustainably.
Miele heat pump dryers, for example, can reduce energy consumption by up to 65% compared with conventional dryer technology. For organisations running multiple laundry cycles every day, these savings can make a significant difference over time.
Reducing E-Waste
Electronic waste continues to be one of the world's fastest-growing waste streams.
By renting commercial appliances and televisions, organisations can avoid contributing to unnecessary e-waste while still benefiting from high-quality, reliable equipment. Throughout the product lifecycle, Forbes Professional focuses on maintenance, regeneration and responsible end-of-life management to maximise value and minimise environmental impact.
Sustainability That Works in the Real World
We understand that for hotels, care homes, schools, veterinary practices, marinas and other essential service providers, operational performance always comes first.
That's why sustainable choices must also be practical, reliable and cost-effective.
Our award-winning approach to sustainability demonstrates that environmental responsibility and excellent service can go hand in hand.
Making Better Choices Together
This World Environment Day, it's worth considering how everyday equipment decisions can contribute to a more sustainable future.
From energy-efficient Miele laundry solutions to rental models that support regeneration, reuse and reduced waste, Forbes Professional is helping organisations make choices that are better for both their operations and the environment.
Small changes today can create a lasting impact tomorrow.