Sustainability resources for your business
Looking for guidance, support, and tools to help in your bid to become a more sustainable smaller business?
As small businesses make sustainable changes or are launched as part of the green economy, guidance and support from business networks could be beneficial.
Whether you need tips on reducing your carbon footprint, improving your waste management systems, or where to get financial support for your green activities there are organisations that may be able to help.
Resources detailing green networking opportunities, updates on the latest sustainability news, and practical tips on actionable steps for your business could be a massive help.
While many organisations offer free support and guidance, some services may involve a fee.
It’s also worth keeping in mind that different organisations may specialise in different environmental areas, such as carbon reduction.
Green networking
Networking is a valuable activity for business leaders, allowing them to meet similar businesses, make connections, find new suppliers, and win new customers.
Below are several examples of networking organisations that focus on green and sustainable businesses.
- Bright Green Business – offers networking opportunities in Scotland, as well as monthly e-newsletters
- Business in the Community – frequent free events offering opportunities to connect and hear from valuable speakers
Sustainability news sites
From new technologies to changing regulations and legislation, it can be helpful for smaller firms to stay on top of green developments and news that could affect their customers, industry, and supply chains.
- Green Business Journal – updates on all sorts of green topics, from AI to net zero prospects
- Sustainability Magazine - offers current news and articles, as well as events and webinars
- BusinessGreen – sustainability news from climate change to policy updates
- SME Business News - current sustainability affairs, as well as case studies and general SME news.
Environmental organisations for SMEs
There is a wealth of green and sustainability organisations that can help your business improve its environmental impact.
- SME Climate Hub - aims to mainstream climate action for small and medium-sized enterprises
- Federation of Smaller Businesses - offering webinars, events, news and member benefits relating to sustainability
- British Chambers of Commerce - relevant news, events, and business support accessible via joining a chamber
- The Carbon Trust - on a mission is to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future through insights
- Business Climate Hub - provides net zero advice for small and medium enterprises
- Energy Saving Trust - an independent organisation working to address the climate emergency.
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