The experts on our team regularly bring you a selection of recommendations and insights related to environmental and social responsibility. Whether it's an enticing book, an intriguing article, a project supporting a great cause or a helpful tool, we'll share our thoughts on why this particular piece spoke to us and why we think this particular topic is important.
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It’s often said about my generation that we have a constant drive to work on ourselves, to improve, and to rarely feel satisfied with the result. This year, the temptation for self-development was especially strong – and I’m glad I gave in to it. Alongside the Klima Ready course, which my colleague Eliška writes about in her post, Vojtěch Vosecký launched the second edition of the unique The Circular Economist program. As the name suggests, the course focuses on circular economy in practice, introducing specific innovation approaches, proven business models and strategic frameworks that can be applied in real business settings. Thanks to that, I won’t just gain “another certificate for my CV”, but will deepen my understanding of value-creating processes in sustainability while learning how to build resilient businesses and manage natural resources responsibly and efficiently.
I now buy clothes almost exclusively at thrift stores or swap meets. It's sometimes more complicated with household items, garden tools, and home furnishings. Of course, there's always Ikea, and sometimes there's no other choice, but I prefer unique items with soul, antiques, and original pieces, even if they need to be renovated. So I try to acquire new things in the spirit of "one man's trash is another man's treasure." I recently discovered the AntikPORT website (https://www.antikport.cz/), which lists not only shops focused on antiques and collectibles, but also flea markets, museums, and galleries. When I get bored with Marketplace, Bazoš, and Vinted, but feel like going out "into the field," AntikPORT is my best helper—I find out where the flea markets are and go looking for treasures.
Klima Ready is an outstanding-quality video course packed with tons of helpful information. What I loved the most was the perfect blend of theory and best practice, shared directly by companies based in the Czech Republic. Everything that was said was illustrated with practical examples and explained within the Czech context, which was such a refreshing change! Most of the webinars or e-learning courses I’ve done in the past were very global or generic, but this one felt truly relevant and local. Moreover, upon successful completion (and after answering some rather entertaining questions - wink wink to anyone who remembers the one about cows possibly enjoying watermelons😀), you receive a certificate of completion.
And the best part? This high-quality, engaging, and locally focused course is completely free of charge - which is truly incredible given how much knowledge and inspiration it offers.
When you hear words like ecology or circular economy, it sounds complicated. But the reality is quite ordinary, and many people are already living it. Examples are everywhere: children’s clothes circulate between families, furniture is bought second-hand, broken zips are repaired, phones are refurbished, and neighbours borrow tools from each other. The motivation varies – it may be about saving money or time, practicality, or simply wanting a tidier home. But the result is the same: less waste and less pressure on new resources. You don’t need to be an environmentalist to act considerately. It is enough to realise that a large part of a sustainable lifestyle has long been part of our everyday lives.
The weeks before Christmas tend to get hectic – full of big conferences, packed agendas, and back-to-back meetings. That’s exactly why it’s worth taking a break from the formal hustle and finding smaller, more relaxed gatherings that leave you feeling recharged rather than drained.
Our November tip? Join an informal meet-up where you can chat about business, impact, and life in general – surrounded by people who genuinely want to make the world a little better.
We’re heading to one ourselves on Thursday, November 27 – together with our friends at Matchstick, we’re hosting People, Planet, Pint – Prague Edition. Come for a pint, a good conversation about sustainability, and the chance to meet other people who believe business can be a force for good – and maybe take a bit of that positive energy back to work with you.
Autumn is always associated with the start of the school year for me, and it also means travelling to school. With my kids, we usually walk and I notice how few children we meet on the way and how many parents drive their children to school. I understand that for many families it is a necessity, they need to drive to work, their school is far away, there are many practical reasons... But it is also true that they often choose to travel by car even when they don't have to, and it would be nice to change that at least sometimes – for health, the environment and safety around the school. This is exactly what the iniciative Pěšky do školy (https://peskymestem.cz/projekt/pesky-do-skoly) draws attention too, and schools and individual classes can easily participate. And what do I like about walking to school myself? It is a great opportunity to be active, to chat (conversations while walking are often the best ones!) and I also like the good feeling of doing something good for myself and for nature.
I like visiting Toulcův dvůr, which is an environmental education centre and organic farm located in the Prague district of Hostivař. It serves as a peaceful green oasis within the city, offering visitors the chance to explore nature, learn about sustainable farming, and connect with animals. Throughout the year, the centre organises various workshops and craft courses — including popular seasonal sessions such as Christmas wreath-making, where participants can create their own natural decorations from locally sourced materials. https://toulcuvdvur.cz/
