UK Business Climate Hub

Education is essential and sustainability professionals have a role to play: Organisations with a dedicated sustainability professional were 17% more likely to have set a net zero target, and to have realistic timelines for achieving these goals. #NetZero

So far, we’ve invested £2 million in energy efficiency, renewable energy and smart technologies. This outlay may sound significant, but most of our investments are actually cashflow neutral or cashflow positive. We use our energy savings to cover loan repayments.” Crystal Doors has since achieved a host of green business awards, including the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development in 2021. Their net zero journey started in 2015, when their plan to install a biomass burner to heat their factory and offices was refused planning permission. Both of these factors helped convince Richard Hagan that it was the best time to invest in sustainability strategies that could save Crystal Doors money and secure the business’s future. #NetZero

Procuring clean, renewable energy is often one of the most effective early steps that organisations of all sizes can take to reduce their carbon emissions. #NetZero

The data on net zero targets demonstrates that organisations are acknowledging the urgency of climate action, with 66% of organisations having set some form of net zero target. The majority of these are within the next decade, with 24% of companies aiming for 2025-2029 and 20% for 2030-2034. #NetZero

Is NetZero a challenge for your #SME? Discover how other businesses are tackling key challenges in decarbonisation with our new report. The findings are drawn from a collaboration between the UK Business Climate Hub, Planet Mark, and over 50 of the most prominent business groups, financial institutions, and corporations. This report delves into the current goals, strategies, obstacles, opportunities, and initiatives organisations are adopting as they work towards achieving NetZero. Based on a survey of 2000+ UK businesses, offering valuable insights and practical advice.

"73% of organisations are prioritising net zero, but over half face barriers" These are the findings of a recent census completed by the UK Business Climate Hub, in the largest ever UK industry study. According to the study of over 2,000 businesses across various sectors, 15% class the transition to Net Zero as an 'extremely high priority'. A further 28% recorded the transition as a 'high priority', plus 30% as a 'medium-level focus'. From the report, businesses surveyed named their top motivations for cutting emissions: 1. Contributing to tackling climate change 2. Organisational reputation / public opinion 3. Demonstrating industry leadership This is a positive reminder for why Net Zero North West's mission is so important. At the heart of our organisation is the belief that collaboration is key to achieving our net zero ambitions and creating a safer, more sustainable future for our region. That’s why we want to work with like-minded businesses, academia, and the wider industry to deliver on our long anticipated North West Cluster Plan. Read the full findings from the report here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eY6axh63

The UK Business Climate Hub exists to help businesses understand #NetZero. The Net Zero Census of 2000+ businesses, including #SMEs, in the UK, undertaken with Planet Mark, has helped us analyse where #ukbusiness is on the journey to decarbonisation. You can read the report for yourself and sign up to a FREE webinar where we will be unpacking the results and actionable insights, link in the comments.

Over 2000 businesses and organisations responded to our 2024 Net Zero Census, in partnership with Planet Mark. You can find out what they had to say about their experiences, challenges and opportunities by heading to the Hub to download your copy of the report. The link is in the comments below. The report comes from UK Business Climate Hub in partnership with Planet Mark and over 50 of the largest business associations, banks and corporates. The results explore the current priorities, plans, barriers, opportunities and actions to #decarbonise being used by organisations on their journey to #netzero. UK Net Zero Census provides key insights, challenges, and recommendations for decarbonising the #UKeconomy: • Survey reveals cost, finance, and expertise are seen as major hurdles, especially by #SMEs • 65% of respondents are targeting net zero by 2050, with 48% setting targets within the next decade • 46% of organisations had been asked by customers for carbon data, including 37% of SMEs Head to the link in the comments to download your copy and register for the webinar where we will be unpacking the lessons learned from this pivotal survey.

🌍 Exciting events to look out for this Autumn! Details and registrations can be found at https://lnkd.in/e7Xp9a_M September 12 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Net Zero – A green future for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Day 2 The University of Exeter is hosting a two-day Net Zero conference at our Penryn Campus. Aimed at both businesses and academics, come along and explore a local, place-based approach to achieving Net Zero. Led by Prof. Steffen Boehm and Prof. Kevin J Gaston, with a mix of impactful Keynote speakers, academics sharing cutting-edge approaches to Net Zero, and interactive workshops, attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of what they can do locally to reduce their environmental impact. September 26 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Net Zero for Small Businesses and Start-Ups 🌱 Delve into how you can achieve a greener and leaner business by measuring and managing your carbon emissions effectively. Location: Fernlea Terrace, 6-7 Fernlea Terrace, St Ives, TR26 2BH October 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch and Learn: How the circular economy can revolutionise your business ♻️ In celebration of the 7th annual Circular Economy week, we’re excited to bring you a Lunch and Learn with ReLondon and the City of London Corporation where you’ll be introduced to the transformative world of the circular economy, and the advantages such a transition can have on your business. October 22 @ All Day 5th Annual Net Zero Festival 🎉 A brilliant all-day event: the 5th annual Net Zero festival will provide an invaluable opportunity to celebrate and showcase the best of the UK’s vibrant net zero economy in what is set to be a pivotal year for the country’s decarbonisation efforts.

The deadline for the UK Net Zero Business Census has been extended to July 7! The Census is the largest national research initiative of its kind, delivered by UK Business Climate Hub in partnership with Planet Mark and a coalition of business associations, large corporates, and media outlets. It will establish a definitive benchmark for the private sector's progress on net zero, helping to inspire action, inform policy-making and tackle climate change. Take the Census now: https://bit.ly/3RQBxOk.