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Smaller businesses reveal their path to net zero
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Smaller businesses reveal their path to net zero Many businesses are embracing the UK's goal of being a Net Zero nation by 2050 by embarking on sustainability changes to lower emissions of greenhouse gases . The British Business Bank found that while smaller businesses account for around half of […]
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How to market your green activities as a smaller business
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How to market your green activities as a smaller business Becoming a sustainable smaller business can bring benefits – from reducing waste and lowering operating costs to complying with regulations and attracting investors. Marketing your green credentials can give your business a competitive […]
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Patrick Magee to stand down as Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Director of the British Business Bank in June 2022 after 10 years’ service
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Patrick Magee to stand down as Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Director of the British Business Bank in June 2022 after 10 years’ service Press release 10 February 2022 Patrick Magee has announced that he will be standing down from the role of Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Director […]
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What is ESG? A guide for businesses
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What is ESG? A guide for businesses ESG – short for Environmental, Social and Governance – is a set of standards measuring a business's impact on society, the environment, and how transparent and accountable it is. According to the CBI, two-thirds of investors take ESG factors into account when […]
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How to measure ESG
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How to measure ESG From environmental concerns such as climate change to tackling gender and diversity inequalities , many of today's businesses are looking beyond traditional financial performance measures to the bigger picture of how they impact society and the environment . The move to ensure […]
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How to become a more sustainable retailer
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How to become a more sustainable retailer The retail industry is crucial to the UK economy. It accounts for 5% of the economy, pays £17bn in business taxes, and consists of more than 300,000 businesses . It is also the UK’s largest private-sector employer with 3 million employees, equal to 8% of […]
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Green logistics – strategies for eco-friendly delivery
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Green logistics – strategies for eco-friendly delivery Making deliveries more sustainable is one step businesses can take to be more eco-friendly. This guide outlines what to consider when creating a green logistics strategy. Transportation has a major impact on the environment. It is the largest […]
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Eco-friendly packaging alternatives for your business
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Eco-friendly packaging alternatives for your business Changes in consumer behaviour and a shift in the national focus towards sustainability has seen a surge in packaging recycling . With 61% of UK consumers claiming to have limited their use of single-use plastic, some businesses are seeking […]
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Green networking organisations and groups for SMEs
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Green networking organisations and groups for SMEs Networking is a valuable activity for business leaders, allowing them to meet similar businesses, make connections, find new suppliers, and win new customers. Green networking brings the same benefits when it comes to making your business more […]
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How to be a sustainable food brand
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How to be a sustainable food brand Food and drink manufacturing is an important sector of the UK economy. When combining output, turnover, and sales it contributes more than all other manufacturing types. UK food and drink manufacturing businesses directly employ more than 468,000 people and […]