Give it all you’ve got

Christmas is a time for giving. Yes, but we don’t think we need to buy and spend excessively on gifts to demonstrate the spirit of Christmas. Let’s consider giving in the way Nelson Mandela has. A lifetime given for others. For peace, for harmony, for freedom and for a future. Some of us might feel we have given quite a lot already. Time and effort. Words and actions. Deeds and commitments. But there is always more to be done. So this last abc carbon express for the year, gives us the opportunity to draw attention to some strong stories – particularly in energy efficiency, clean energy and the business of sustainability – which reinforce the purpose of this publication. But it is also a time to celebrate the end of a fruitful year and to reflect on achievements, milestones and where we could have done more or done it better. But there’s always next year, which is full of promise and purpose, with new and renewed collaborations at home and around the world (see the Last Word for more) and to say thanks to all those we have enjoyed working with to help advance climate change awareness and action, sustainability in all its forms and functions, and a commitment to come clean for a low carbon future. As I have said more than a few times before: Warm Wishes for a Cool Change! – Ken Hickson