New analysis from CBI Economics and ECIU reveals a £105 billion sector generating high-wage jobs across every UK nation and region. The transition to net zero is often framed as a cost or a constraint on the economy. But a growing body of evidence, including this new suite of reports from ECIU and CBI Economics, […]
Net Zero. Folly, or economic opportunity?
Are you Carbon Curious?
Carbon Curious? How we measure your carbon emissions and plan how to reduce them. Here’s our step-by-step guide to carbon reduction planning. Set the Baseline Year. This is the year against which all other years are measured. Usually financial year or calendar year. This measurement period does not usually change. Set the […]
Overseas manufacturing – an environmental and social disaster?
One could be forgiven for perceiving that environmental standards, social responsibilities and engagement in climate change would be less developed amongst manufacturing businesses in the Far East or Global South. Recent sight of an Annual Sustainability Plan (all 60 odd pages of it) from a Bangladeshi clothing manufacturer certainly changed that perception for us. It’s […]
What drives sustainability in business?
There are a number of factors and issues that drive businesses to contact us for support. Here’s a quick analysis. Desire and ambition A common theme is businesses who want to be more environmentally responsible and sustainable, but aren’t sure where to start. Some may have implemented some actions around waste and recycling, and maybe […]
Greenest Business in Wales?
The P&A Group is a family-owned business based in Mold, North Wales. It was formed in 1985 and began by manufacturing wooden pallets and packing cases for local industry. It has subsequently expanded into supplying wooden garden furniture and structures through their ‘Zest Outdoor Living’ brand, and into operating Woodworks Garden Centre and Café on […]
HVO fuel – How sustainable is it really?
HVO, or Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, is an advanced form of Bio-diesel. That is, a renewable low carbon liquid fuel that is a direct replacement for mineral diesel in vehicle and static engines. HVO can be made using waste cooking oil, animal fats, or virgin vegetable oil. The benefit of using HVO is significantly reduced CO2 […]
Myth of the Day
Myth of the Day – ‘We can’t afford Sustainability’ This came in from a business manager this week: “We are very conscious that in order to reduce our carbon footprint we would have to implement some serious investment. This is something that during these difficult economic times is not viable.” I’d never blame or criticise […]
Carbon Literacy Training
Our Adrian Cooper has been delivering Carbon Literacy Training raining for historic Shrewsbury company Morris and Company. Carbon Literacy is the next logical step on from Carbon Reduction planning. The aim is to embed the principles of sustainability within the senior management team such that they have the tools and knowledge to both implement change […]