Lighthouse Learning Launches #DontSkipTheFirstPage for Sustainability

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Lighthouse Learning, an Early Childhood and K-12 Education Group, has launched a new campaign as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative dedicated to environmental sustainability. The campaign, titled ‘#DontSkipTheFirstPage’, challenges the long-standing tradition of leaving the first page of notebooks blank, advocating for a small change with the potential to yield significant positive impacts on our planet.

This tradition of skipping the first page of notebooks has persisted for generations, driven by beliefs ranging from superstition to aesthetics. However, the environmental cost of this seemingly harmless practice is substantial. Research indicates that more than 3.12 billion first pages are skipped annually, impacting approximately 312,000 trees and resulting in 1,600 tonnes of carbon emissions. The production of a single page of paper generates about 5 grams of carbon emissions, contributing to the pressing environmental issues we face today.

With a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship, Lighthouse Learning is urging students, educators, and employees across their network of schools to utilize the first page of their notebooks, aiming to catalyze a shift towards sustainability. Through this campaign, Lighthouse Learning hopes to spark a ripple effect, inspiring individuals and institutions nationwide to reassess their consumption patterns and adopt more eco-conscious behaviors.

Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder and Group CEO of Lighthouse Learning, commented on the launch of the campaign, saying, “The #DontSkipTheFirstPage campaign, launched this World Environment Day, is a call to recognize the profound impact that small, collective actions can have on our planet. It transcends the simple act of using that first page; it is an invitation to evaluate our habits and adopt a more mindful approach to consumption. We urge everyone to join us in this movement by using all the pages in their notebooks, thereby contributing to the reduction of paper wastage. By collectively embracing this simple change, we can significantly cut carbon emissions and ensure the preservation of our environment for future generations. Let's together lead the way to create a more sustainable world.”