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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05 April 2023

Key findings from the latest IPCC Assessment Report

Read time: 4 minutes

The latest IPCC Assessment Report (AR6) summarises the current state of knowledge surrounding climate change impacts, mitigation and risks. We’ve analysed the report and outlined the key findings.

Posted By Green Economy

03 April 2023

The green opportunities in the Spring Budget

Read time: 2 minutes

The Spring Budget provided scant support on energy efficiency, another freeze on fuel duty and very little on the subject of net zero, but there were a few positives hidden away in the red briefcase.

Posted By Green Economy

03 April 2023

An introduction to environmental standards

Read time: 4 minutes

Carl Hirst explains why adopting an environmental standard can be a good move for your business, and what to consider when exploring your options.

Posted By Carl Hirst MBA

30 March 2023

Green Economy's response to the Powering Up Britain report

Read time: Around 1 minute

Amy House, Director of Green Economy responds to the UK Government's Powering Up Britain report, released 30 March 2023.

Posted By Amy House

21 March 2023

How to save energy: working with your landlord

Read time: 6 minutes

Recommendations and examples for how to go about negotiating with your landlord to make energy efficiency improvements to your building.

Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job

07 March 2023

How to save energy: equipment

Read time: 2 minutes

Effective tips and recommendations to improve the energy efficiency of equipment in your building.

Posted By Green Economy

01 March 2023

How to save energy: lighting

Read time: 2 minutes

Effective tips and recommendations to improve the energy efficiency of lighting in your building.

Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job

28 February 2023

How to be a green supplier

Read time: 4 minutes

Supply chain sustainability is a vital part of any net zero strategy. Here we look at how SMEs can cement their place as a supplier of choice for increasingly climate-conscious customers.

Posted By Carl Hirst MBA

21 February 2023

How to save energy: heating

Read time: 2 minutes

Effective tips and recommendations to improve the energy efficiency of heating in your building.

Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job

15 February 2023

Switching to renewable electricity

Read time: 5 minutes

Carl Hirst breaks down the nitty gritty of renewable electricity tariffs, including what to look out for, the right questions to ask your supplier and how to report it in your carbon footprint.

Posted By Carl Hirst MBA

07 February 2023

Understanding the new Green Claims Code

Read time: 2 minutes

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has outlined six key points to check environmental claims as part of a new Green Claims Code.

Posted By Vicky Wilding

01 February 2023

How to save energy: preparation

Read time: 4 minutes

Three fundamental steps every business should take to put the groundwork in place for successful energy saving initiatives in the workplace.

Posted By Alasdair Dalzel-Job