Attributed to Andy Leah, General Manager of Duraproducts

This Earth Day, under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” we are reminded that meaningful environmental change begins with a collective responsibility to shape a more sustainable future.

At Duraproducts, we see this power in action every day: in the decisions to build more responsibly, to innovate with purpose, and to treat waste as a resource. Our work centres around transforming recycled polymer solutions into sustainable products for the construction industry, helping to reduce the industry’s footprint and diverting plastic waste from landfills, and into essential building materials like kerbing and drainage products.

Earth Day is a global moment to reflect on how choices impact the health of our planet. It challenges us to confront long-standing environmental issues like pollution and overconsumption, and to recognise the role the built environment plays in both the problem and the solution.

“Our Power, Our Planet” reminds us that change isn’t only possible, it’s already underway, driven by communities, businesses, and individuals willing to rethink how we design, build, and live.

This Earth Day let’s celebrate the industry’s progress so far and recommit to that momentum. By taking responsibility for our impact and harnessing the power of sustainable innovation, we can continue to help restore and protect the planet.

At Duraproducts, Earth Day is more than an annual reminder, it’s a daily commitment to innovation, sustainability, and protecting our planet’s future. By embracing recycled materials, we not only reduce waste but also promote a broader shift toward sustainability.

Learn more about how Duraproducts is reshaping civil infrastructure sustainably: https://www.duraproducts.co.uk