Why we’re backing a quiet climate hero: seagrass
At ITGUYS, we care about more than just keeping systems secure and running smoothly. We care about the kind of world we’re helping to build. That’s why we’re proud to support the Ocean Conservation Trust and their pioneering Blue Meadows project, which focuses on protecting and restoring one of the UK’s most overlooked carbon-storing ecosystems: seagrass.
Why Blue Meadows matters
The climate crisis isn’t just about cutting emissions. It’s also about protecting the natural systems that absorb carbon in the first place. And one of the most powerful tools we have? Seagrass.
Seagrass meadows capture carbon up to 35 times faster than tropical rainforests, storing it safely in the seabed for centuries. They also support marine biodiversity, clean coastal waters, and help protect coastlines from erosion.
But we’ve already lost over 90% of the UK’s seagrass due to pollution, development, and damage from boats. The Blue Meadows project is working to reverse that — planting and protecting seagrass meadows along the coast, and giving these underwater habitats a chance to recover.
How ITGUYS is getting involved
We’re supporting the Ocean Conservation Trust in three simple but impactful ways:
- Making regular donations
We contribute financially to the Blue Meadows project to help fund their restoration and protection work. - Involving our clients
When we quote for new hardware, we offer clients the chance to add a small, optional donation to Blue Meadows — a simple way to do good together. - Raising awareness
We use our platforms to spread the word about why seagrass matters — and how this quiet, powerful ecosystem plays a vital role in fighting climate change.
Why does this matter to us?
As a Certified B Corp, sustainability isn’t a side project. It’s part of how we do business. We believe in using tech responsibly, reducing waste through initiatives like free e-waste recycling, and partnering with organisations that are working to protect the planet.
Supporting Blue Meadows is one way we can make our environmental impact go further. We invite our clients and community to get involved too.
