Sustainability for Businesses
Net-Zero Business Toolkit
Every business, regardless of size or sector, can help the UK with the move to net-zero – and beyond being sustainable, it can offer real opportunities to grow your business.
The Net-Zero Business Toolkit aims to make sustainability simple, so you can get started with net-zero, saving money and future-proofing your operations. This toolkit is suitable for businesses of any sector or size, and contains a range of information and tools to help you move towards net-zero, whether you’re starting out, checking your progress, or looking to make fundamental changes to the way you work.
Having a sustainable business model makes economic sense. Employees, shareholders and customers want businesses to be actively tackling environmental issues which can positively affect your bottom line.
York & North Yorkshire’s ambition is to be the UK’s first carbon–negative region – carbon neutral by 2034 and carbon negative by 2040
There are some simple steps that your business can take to be more sustainable including rethinking waste, looking at energy use, reviewing your supply chain and finding inventive ways to keep materials in use for longer.
Our ‘Circular-Economy: 6 benefits to business’ guides give immediate, cost-effective actions that you can take now. In addition, they provide details about how you can access further support to help you achieve your longer term goals.
Download our guides to see how your business could benefit.
- How to reduce waste costs
Read our guide to learn about waste disposal regulations, including how to earn revenue if you regularly dispose of food waste.
- How to increase efficiency and productivity
Using resources more efficiently is a cornerstone of the circular economy. Learn how Cleveland Steel built a new facility using reclaimed materials.
- How to be a standout brand
Consumers are increasingly looking for brands which have sustainability at their core. Stand out from the crowd with our free guide.
- How to create products with purpose
Design your products and processes around sustainability whilst maintaining quality and serving customer demand.
- How to build business resilience
Operate and build towards a greener recovery while tackling the difficulties that the COVID-19 pandemic and EU exit may bring.
Download all of the Circular economy: 6 benefits to business guides here, or use the links below to download the individual guides.
Find out more about sustainability for businesses
Visit the Circular Yorkshire website for case studies and how you can get involved.
Want free support and mentorship from the Growth Hub? Get in touch.
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Net-Zero Business Toolkit
The Net-Zero Business Toolkit aims to make sustainability simple and is suitable for businesses of any sector or size. Download the toolkit today to get started or continue with your net-zero journey.
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