Say no to business as usual
Businesses of every size can reap the benefits of doing more, with less harmful energy.
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Transporting goods
We have the tools to help you get more out of your fleet, with lower costs and emissions.
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Moving people
Encourage occasional working from home, and active or public transport for staff where possible.
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Office operations
Understand your site's energy use and find smart ways to run a more profitable, climate-friendly business.
Say no to business as usual
Businesses had to find new ways of working during the pandemic, but our research shows instead of going back to the “old normal”, many of them are sticking with the changes they made.
We're giving businesses the tools they need to take the adaptability and innovation they’ve shown in the face of a huge health challenge, and do exactly the same for our greatest environmental challenge.
Applications open for round two of the industrial decarbonisation fund
Round one of the Government Investment in Decarbonising Industry (GIDI) Fund attracted high-quality applicants, and fourteen projects were approved and announced in April.
Applications for round two of co-funding are now open, and close Monday, May 17.
The tool smaller businesses need to tackle their carbon footprint
The new Climate Action Toolbox is a free, easy-to-use online tool that shows you how to reduce your business emissions.
The toolbox is a simple self-assessment tool to help reduce the carbon footprint of any business. It focuses on five key areas – transport (moving people and goods), office operations, site operations and equipment, and the design and making of products.
Co-funding & support
Find out if our funding, loans or expert advice can help your energy or emissions project.
Modern businesses are low carbon
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Ins and outs of a carbon zero journey
More people in business now realise a low carbon footprint gives a competitive edge. But how do you set about achieving it in a meaningful way – and how much hassle is it?
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The benefits of working from home
Not everyone can work remotely but for those that can, the shift towards remote work looks like it’s here to stay with benefits for employees, employers and the environment.
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Optimise your fleet
Only spend money on the vehicles your business really needs. Record and analyse usage data to make informed decisions about how to manage your vehicles.
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Say no to endless work flights
Why fly when you don’t even need to leave your desk? More meetings and conferences are offering low-stress online options. You can carve a chunk off your carbon footprint by only flying when you absolutely need to.
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Efficient workplace lighting
Clever design and technology could shrink your business's lighting costs.
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Choosing business vehicles
Fuel consumption differs hugely between different vehicles, even ones of a similar size. Choose the most fuel efficient model that meets your needs and has a 5 star safety rating. It can save you money – and shows your business cares.