Better Futures
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Get your business Net Zero ready
Join the hundreds of London businesses committing to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and cutting energy bills.
We provide FREE net zero support for busy SME leaders, that educates, inspires and provides the tools needed to beat the energy crisis and prepare your business for the future.
Why go net zero?
Net zero presents a key strategy for growth. Going green will benefit your company’s bottom-line and help it stay competitive.
Values & Reputation
Align your business purpose with a worthwhile goal that your employees and customers care about.
Save Money
Carbon equals costs and taking steps to reduce your energy consumption will save you money.
Futureproof your business
Don’t miss out on winning contracts, prepare for regulatory changes and the possibility of mandatory emissions reporting.
Innovate
Take this opportunity to rethink how you conduct business to solve problems and win new customers.
Protect the planet
Do your bit to reduce global warming and keep Earth’s temperature on a 1.5°c pathway.
Vision
For every SME to understand what net zero is and how they can get there, so they can be more resilient and grow responsibly.
Mission
To offer practical and accessible support so that every London SME can survive the energy crisis, take advantage of new opportunities and make a positive difference.
How do we help you get to net zero?
Learn
Our 8-part webinar series and workshops, facilitated by industry and environmental specialists, will teach you how your business can get to net zero. Connect with like-minded businesses and a support network to discuss common challenges.
Measure
You can’t manage what you don’t know. Measure your business footprint for free with Climate Essential’s carbon management platform and make a tailored reduction plan, to start cutting your energy bills. You can also book in for an on-site energy audit with an energy expert, or have a chat with a carbon specialist.
Commit
Make a pledge on the SME Climate Hub to be part of the growing community of SMEs committing to net zero.
Reward
By completing the programme, you’ll receive a digital badge free to use on all your communications and digital channels.
Net Zero hero case studies
Meet London's businesses that have made a commitment to reach net zero by 2030
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Programme Partners
Experts
We have selected a pool of environmental and industry specialists who provide the latest intel, facilitate workshops and give bespoke advice to businesses.
Boroughs
We work with Local Authorities, Business Improvement Districts and Chambers of Commerce to collaborate on events and spread the word.
Businesses
We invite London businesses to provide live case studies and share their experiences.
Funded by the Mayor of London's Green New Deal to support London's journey to net zero
This support is eligible to London-based businesses that:
Employ at least 2 and up to a maximum of 249 full time equivalent employees (FTE)
Generate revenue from £100k up to maximum £43million
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