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Our team works directly with the businesses making waves in the transition to net zero. In our series of blogs we consider the technical challenges, the market opportunities and look at the big issues effecting the journey to net zero and the uptake of low carbon technology.
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25 March 2026
The rising cost of climate risk — and why smart businesses are taking action now
Read time: 2 minutes
Climate risk isn’t a far off environmental issue anymore. It’s something affecting day to day business decisions, financial resilience, and long term growth. The encouraging part is that there are practical steps every organisation can take to stay ahead of the curve.
Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job
24 March 2026
How to pay for energy‑saving upgrades
Read time: 6 minutes
Improving your business’s energy efficiency doesn’t have to mean large upfront costs. Today, a mix of UK grants, low‑interest loans, incentives and cashflow‑positive finance options can make renewable energy more affordable than ever.
Posted By Green Economy
17 March 2026
Compliance and sustainability frameworks for manufacturing
Read time: 2 minutes
Sustainability frameworks and carbon accounting are quickly becoming part of everyday life for businesses across the manufacturing sector. We've broken down a number of the key standards here, and what they mean for your business.
Posted By Green Economy
12 March 2026
Public Procurement Act 2023: What It Means for UK Businesses & Suppliers
Read time: 4 minutes
A practical guide to the Public Procurement Act 2023 UK, what changed after February 2025, and how suppliers can prepare for a more transparent but more demanding public sector bidding environment.
Posted By Green Economy
11 March 2026
Ultimate Guide to Carbon Reduction Plans for UK Businesses
Read time: 4 minutes
A practical guide to carbon reduction plans for UK businesses, covering what a compliant plan should include, why organisations increasingly need one for procurement and supply chains, and how to build a credible and proportionate emissions reduction strategy.
Posted By Green Economy
04 March 2026
Why Your Business Should Publish a Carbon Reduction Plan
Read time: 4 minutes
A practical explanation of why publishing a carbon reduction plan matters for UK organisations, including how transparency strengthens credibility, supports procurement eligibility and demonstrates measurable environmental accountability.
Posted By Green Economy
02 March 2026
How Much Carbon Should Your Business Reduce?
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A practical guide to how much carbon a business should reduce, explaining how organisations can set realistic reduction targets, align with UK net zero goals and develop credible emissions strategies based on their operational footprint.
Posted By Green Economy
02 March 2026
How to Include Scope 3 Emissions in Your Carbon Reduction Plan
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A practical guide to including Scope 3 emissions in a carbon reduction plan, explaining why indirect emissions matter, how businesses can identify material categories and how to incorporate supply chain emissions into a proportionate reduction strategy.
Posted By Green Economy
18 February 2026
How Can Businesses Reduce Carbon Emissions?
Read time: 2 minutes
An overview of practical, high-impact actions businesses can take to reduce carbon emissions, focusing on energy, transport and supply chains within a structured approach.
Posted By Green Economy
17 February 2026
What Is a Carbon Footprint?
Read time: 3 minutes
A clear explanation of what a carbon footprint measures, how organisations calculate emissions, and why understanding emissions is the first step towards meaningful carbon reduction.
Posted By Green Economy
17 February 2026
Are There Grants for Net Zero Projects in the UK?
Read time: 3 minutes
An explanation of UK net zero grants and funding options, including eligibility considerations, regional differences and how funding fits into wider decarbonisation planning.
Posted By Green Economy
16 February 2026
What Does Net Zero Mean for SMEs in the UK?
Read time: 4 minutes
A practical guide explaining what net zero means for UK small and medium-sized businesses, why it matters through supply chains and procurement, and how SMEs can take proportionate, staged action.
Posted By Green Economy