Building a sustainable business
What do you want to learn?
- I want to understand what being a sustainable business means
- I want to find out practical tips for becoming more sustainable
- I am interested in how I prepare my business for net zero
Being a sustainable business is more than just a buzzword, it is a way of developing and growing your company in line with the wider society-wide move towards building a sustainable future. In this section, we look at how you can plan to run a more sustainable business, what you can do in practice, and how your business can be prepared for the move towards ‘net zero’.
Got questions?
Jack Colding is the Growth Hub’s new specialist for Environment and Sustainability. Jack will work closely with businesses in North Yorkshire to reduce costs and stay ahead of new rules on net zero. Jack’s background has given him insights into decarbonisation processes, and he is eager to help businesses reduce their energy and waste.
As part of £22.3m of Shared Prosperity Funding, North Yorkshire Council have made grants and support available to address gaps preventing businesses taking action on net zero. Jack Colding can assist businesses in accessing this funding, opening the door to opportunities for sustainability and growth.
How to make your business sustainable
Becoming a sustainable business
What does it mean to be a sustainable business? How can you built in sustainable practice from the start?
This series of guides on sustainable practice, recycling, re-use and reducing waste can help all sizes of businesses.
Moving to Net Zero is the biggest challenge of our time. Find out how you can make the change in your business.
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Knowing what to say: the Green Claims Code and ‘sustainable’ business
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Talking Net Zero: Why does the accuracy of words matter to your business?
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Why Business Continuity is Important
Preparing for the challenges a business might come up against when times get tough can seem like a mammoth task. You want to protect your business and guarantee that it can survive the adversity. It can be helpful to think about why you’re making a plan to ensure business continuity. Once you have in mind
Call for local SMEs to benefit from ‘green’ business support
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How to create products with purpose
Consumer demand for quality products that last is at an all time high and purpose is becoming an important part of many businesses.
How to be a standout brand
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How to increase efficiency and productivity
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How to reduce waste costs
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How to reduce energy costs and cut emissions
One of the quickest and easiest ways to take a step towards a circular economy model is to reduce the energy you use.
Too Good To Go offer
If you run a shop, restaurant, hotel or any other type of business that regularly find itself with food waste, you can turn this into a revenue stream through Too Good to Go.