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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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26 June 2026
SECR explained: Streamlined Energy & Carbon Reporting framework for UK business
Read time: 4 minutes
SECR requires eligible UK businesses to report their energy use and carbon emissions annually, helping improve transparency, efficiency and sustainability.
Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job
26 June 2026
What is sustainable procurement in the UK?
Read time: 7 minutes
Sustainable procurement means choosing suppliers, products and services in a way that reduces environmental impact, manages risk and supports long-term business value.
Posted By Green Economy
26 June 2026
What skills are needed to support the net zero transition?
Read time: 4 minutes
The net zero transition is not only about technology and policy. It is also about people. Businesses need the right skills to understand emissions, make decisions, deliver projects and respond to changing expectations.
Posted By Green Economy
26 June 2026
How much does net zero cost a business?
Read time: 4 minutes
Net zero means reducing greenhouse gas emissions to as close to zero as possible and balancing any remaining emissions through removals. The cost of getting there varies by business depending on size, sector, current emissions profile and pace of action.
Posted By Green Economy
26 June 2026
How to Evaluate Green Technology Suppliers
Read time: 8 minutes
Evaluating green technology suppliers means looking beyond product claims to assess credibility, suitability, performance, and long-term value.
Posted By Priya Sirpal
26 June 2026
ESG vs sustainability: What’s the difference?
Read time: 4 minutes
Businesses are increasingly being asked questions about sustainability, carbon reduction and responsible business practices. Alongside this, terms such as ESG are becoming more common in conversations with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
Posted By Green Economy
28 April 2026
How to Choose Sustainable Suppliers
Read time: 7 minutes
Choosing sustainable suppliers means looking beyond price to assess environmental performance, resilience, credibility, and long-term fit.
Posted By Green Economy
23 April 2026
Understanding the UK Government’s mandatory net zero targets
Read time: 8 minutes
The UK’s mandatory net zero targets are a legal national commitment, but their impact on businesses is increasingly commercial because they are shaping regulation, procurement, and supply chain expectations now, not just in the future.
Posted By Green Economy
22 April 2026
How to Build a Corporate Sustainability Strategy
Read time: 8 minutes
A strong corporate sustainability strategy turns environmental ambition into practical business action.
Posted By Green Economy
22 April 2026
What Data Do You Need for a Business Carbon Footprint?
Read time: 9 minutes
A business carbon footprint depends on good activity data, clear boundaries, and a practical understanding of where emissions come from.
Posted By Green Economy
21 April 2026
What Is a Sustainable Supply Chain?
Read time: 6 minutes
A sustainable supply chain helps businesses reduce environmental impact, improve resilience, and make better decisions about how goods and services are sourced, managed, and delivered.
Posted By Green Economy
21 April 2026
Net Zero vs Carbon Neutral: What’s the Difference?
Read time: 7 minutes
Net zero is usually broader and more robust than carbon neutral because it focuses on reducing emissions across the value chain, not just balancing them out.
Posted By Green Economy