Sacred Groves is a platform that enables environmentally sensitive individuals and companies to take meaningful actions in protecting our planet’s biodiverse habitats. A Sacred Groves Cluster is a digital/ virtual unit of a natural habitat being protected and conserved by Sacred Groves.

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion like a Birthday or Anniversary, or simply want to thank someone, in a matter of minutes you can sign up as a Guardian and send a gift that doesn’t cost the earth. The Sacred Groves Clusters cost as much as a nice bouquet of flowers and are valid for ten years. Our planet is the greatest gift of all – with the gift of a Sacred Groves Cluster, you can get your loved ones started on a journey of conservation!!

Sacred Groves Clusters (SGCs) make a cool digital eco-friendly gift for environmentally sensitive people who are keen on the protection and conservation of natural habitats all over the world. After all our planet is the greatest gift!

By signing up to become a Guardian and accepting this gift, your recipient will have access to a whole lot of information about the natural habitat being protected (such as real time weather, green cover, description of the area, gallery of images, Surveyor’s Report, etc.) along with details of their SGCs (area protected, carbon sequestered and pollution removal over ten years, biodiversity coverage, exact location (latitude longitude) with a pin drop on Google Earth, altitude, etc.). All the SGCs are placed on the blockchain for transparency, traceability and trust.

Through our web and mobile applications you can support and gift upto 10,000 Sacred Groves Clusters (SGCs) in a twelve month period. For supporting or gifting more than 10,000 SGCs, please contact us at [email protected].

A Sacred Groves Cluster can be supported via a choice of three currencies (GBP, USD, EUR) for a nominal sum of £40 / $50 / €45, for a period of ten years. Our easy to use calculator shows the positive impact of supporting an SGC in terms of the area protected, biodiversity coverage, carbon sequestered and pollution removal over ten years.

Sacred Groves Clusters make a thoughtful Corporate Gift. The Sacred Groves Clusters can be easily personalised, can be sent anywhere in the world in a matter of minutes and are great for the planet too! With a growing awareness of the need for rapid climate action, SGCs have a wide appeal across different stakeholder groups such as staff, customers, investors, suppliers, etc.

The process of Gifting a Sacred Groves Cluster is very simple and takes only a few minutes.

Step 1 – Sign Up as a Guardian OR Login to your account if you are already a Guardian.
(a) On the web application Sign Up (https://application.sacredgroves.earth/signup) as a Guardian OR Login (https://application.sacredgroves.earth/login).
(b) On the mobile application, download the Sacred Groves app from the Apple App Store or Android Google Play.

Step 2 – Click on the Gifting tab/ icon on our web or mobile application.

Step 3 – Follow the steps on the Gifting page.
(a) Choose an occasion and gift card.
(b) Enter the recipient details – name, email address OR phone number.
(c) Input your message.
(d) Preview your selection to make sure everything looks ok.
(e) Either purchase your SGC for gifting OR gift from your own SGC portfolio.

Please remember your Gift Recipient has 30 days to accept your gift, so do let them know about the cool digital eco friendly gift you’ve sent!

The process of accepting the Gift of Sacred Groves Clusters is very simple and takes only a few minutes.

Step 1 – Get notified!
You will receive a notification (email/ in-app) with the details of your Gift eg. the sender, the gift card, number of SGCs, etc. Click on the link and Sign up/ Login with the same email address. Please remember the Gift has an acceptance validity of 30 days so please sign up before that!

Step 2 – Sign Up as a Guardian OR Login to your account
(a) On the web application Sign Up (https://application.sacredgroves.earth/signup) as a Guardian OR Login (https://application.sacredgroves.earth/login)
(b) On the mobile application, download the Sacred Groves app from the Apple App Store or Android Google Play.

Step 3 – Enjoy the Sacred Groves experience!
Your Gift reflects on your dashboard almost instantly when you sign up (if you are a new Guardian) or the moment it is sent to you, if you are an existing Guardian. On the dashboard, you can see your impact – area protected, biodiversity coverage, carbon sequestered and pollution removed over a ten year period. You will also have access to habitat level indicators like real time weather conditions, images of the habitat, Surveyor’s Report, etc.

We all make mistakes like the occasional typo or not realising that someone has changed their contact information. There are two ways to resolve the issue:

1. You could send another Sacred Groves Cluster (SGC) to the person you want to gift, with the correct email address or phone number. The SGC sent to the incorrect email address or mobile number will automatically revert to your account at the end of the 30 day gift acceptance period.
OR
2. You could email us at [email protected] for assistance with cancelling the transaction.

Your gift recipient most likely, did not accept your gift as they are not aware of Sacred Groves. Here’s what you can do –

(A) Talk to your gift recipient about:
1. The concept of Sacred Groves.
2. Sacred Groves Clusters and how they protect natural habitats.
3. Re-send the gift.

OR

(B) Send the gift of Sacred Groves Clusters to someone else who cares about the environment.

Since the recipient of the gift was not able to accept it within the 30 days acceptance period, the Sacred Groves Clusters (SGCs) have reverted to your account.

Here’s what you can do next:
1. Inform the recipient about Sacred Groves and make them aware they need to sign up as a Guardian to accept the gift. You can re-send the gift if you wish.
2. Gift Sacred Groves Clusters to those who are passionate about the environment. Your gift will get them started on a journey of conservation. This is a great way to multiply your personal impact.
3. Invite your friends and family to join. Gift them SGCs to encourage them to get started.

In order to successfully access and accept your gift of Sacred Groves Clusters (SGCs), you will need to sign up with the same email address or phone number used by the person sending the gift. In case you’ve signed up with a different email address or phone number and are unable to access your gift, you could:

1. Request the person who sent you the gift to send you another SGC using the email address or phone number that you used to sign up.
OR
2. You could email us at [email protected] for assistance.

In order to successfully access and accept your gift of Sacred Groves Clusters (SGCs), you will need to sign up with the same email address or phone number used by the person sending the gift. In case you’ve signed up with a different email address or phone number and are unable to access your gift, you could:

1. Request the person who sent you the gift to send you another SGC using the email address or phone number that you used to sign up. The gift sent earlier will revert to the Gift Sender at the end of the 30 day gift acceptance period.
OR
2. You could email us at [email protected] for assistance.

The gift of Sacred Groves Clusters has an acceptance period of 30 days (30 days validity), after which it reverts to the sender. Please get in touch with the person who gifted you the SGCs and request them to re-send the gift.

Sustainable gifting is a trend that’s growing in popularity, and for good reason. By giving eco-friendly gifts, you’re not only doing your part to help the environment, you’re also making someone’s birthday or holiday season that much more special. Not to mention, eco-friendly gifts are often more affordable than traditional gifts – which means you can give them to everyone on your list with ease! Here are a few tips to help you get started with sustainable gifting: 

First, think about the recipient’s interests and values. What do they care about? What are their interests? Once you have a good idea of what they’re interested in, look for products or services that match those interests. For example, a cyclist might appreciate bike accessories, while someone who loves nature might appreciate eco-friendly birthday gift baskets. Next, think about the materials that the eco conscious gift is made of. Are the materials natural and sustainable? Are they recyclable? If the gift is something that needs to be kept fresh (like flowers), is it possible to store it in a sustainable way? 

Another option for you to consider a donation to an ecological volunteering organisation. 

Getting gifts that are unwanted can be such a bother! Not only does one struggle to figure out what to do with them but also their negative environment footprint (from wrapping, delivery, etc) can be very frustrating for the environmentally conscious. Also unwanted gifts find themselves in the trash and eventually clog up the landfills. But this can change if we become a lot more conscious and change our gifting habits.

Here are a few ideas for green gifting to your friends and family:

1. A reusable gift bag. 
   Many people don’t realize that they’re actually throwing away a lot of plastic when they buy traditional, disposable gift bags. A reusable gift bag is a simple and affordable way to reduce your environmental impact.
   
2. A home-made gift. 
   Homemade gifts are always unique, and they’re even more special when they’re environmentally friendly. This includes things like gift baskets made from eco-friendly ingredients, or gifts made from recycled materials.
   
3. A gift card from a sustainable store. 
   Shopping from a local sustainable store is a great way to support the environment and get some great eco-friendly gifts at the same time. 
   
4. A Sacred Groves Cluster
   If you are worried about declining biodiversity, then consider buying a Sacred Groves Cluster as your eco conscious gift. Each time you gift a Sacred Groves Cluster, a natural habitat gets protected forever. 

While the attraction for eco-friendly products varies from person to person, it’s not hard to see the benefits of going eco-friendly – from preventing air quality deterioration to halting declining biodiversity. So it’s no surprise that more and more people are developing a preference for eco-friendly gifts. 

The fact is that eco-friendly birthday gifts or eco-friendly anniversary gifts along with a personalised handwritten note have a good chance of being not only appreciated but also create a lasting memory.

Buying a gift that someone really appreciates is never easy. It becomes particularly challenging for the discerning and those who have very specific interests and passions. For those who care about the environment here are a few suggestions:

1. Books are a source of inspiration and knowledge; they can make for a great sustainable gift for someone who cares about the environment. There are many different types of books on environmental issues. You can find books about environmental protection, fixing environmental damage, or even books about how to live more sustainably.

2. Another eco conscious gift that is good for an environmentally conscious person is a plant. A plant can add beauty and health to any room in the home. There are a whole range of indoor and outdoor plants to chose from any local nursery. However plants need attention and not everyone may have the time for their constant care.

3. If you do not know what type of plant would be good for someone who cares about the environment, you could gift them a Sacred Groves Cluster and introduce them to a whole new world of conservation. It’s an easy, engaging and meaningful way to get someone interested in the environment and advance their interests. They will enjoy their very own digital twin of a natural habitat and would be protecting it for generations to come – a very cool way to drive climate action!