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Articles

Practical tips for businesses interested in becoming more sustainable.

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  • Sustainability
  • Tips

Simple swaps your business can make to become more sustainable

Customers and staff are increasingly aware of business's impact on the environment. Here are some strategies that can make a significant difference across various business settings.

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  • Sustainability
  • Tips

Could your business reduce its digital carbon footprint?

Even seemingly insignificant digital activities, like sending emails, using AI and streaming videos, can significantly contribute to a business's carbon footprint.

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  • Sustainability
  • Tips

5 ways going green can improve your bottom line

Whatever your sector, sustainable practices can significantly reduce costs.
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  • Tips

Energy efficiency in manufacturing

Cut energy costs, boost efficiency, and reduce emissions with 5 practical steps.

Featured free programmes

Browse fully funded programmes related to decarbonisation and waste management.

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  • Decarbonisation

West Midlands

Net Zero Business Pledge

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

Access to expert advice and guidance for businesses who want to demonstrate their commitment to carbon reduction.

Government funded
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  • Decarbonisation
  • Supply chains

Birmingham, Solihull

SSCBAS

Provided by BGWM in Birmingham & Solihull

Sustainable supply chain programme helping Birmingham and Solihull businesses to decarbonise.

Government funded
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  • Decarbonisation

West Midlands

Biochar CleanTech Accelerator

Provided by Aston University

West Midlands companies are invited to join us to develop new low carbon products for growing markets

Government funded
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Further opportunities for green growth 

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Green Business Podcast

Each episode provides practical tips and inspiration for companies looking to become more sustainable. 

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Carbon Literacy Training

Free training developed to empower you to make a positive impact on climate change and help to influence others.

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Green Business Network

Connect with businesses and individuals passionate about energy efficiency, waste reduction and environmental initiatives.

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Case studies

Inspiration for businesses interested in becoming more sustainable.

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  • Case study
  • Sustainability

07 July 2025

Historic manufacturer eyes green growth with net zero funding

100-year-old Black Country firm cuts carbon by 300+ tonnes a year with £100k BEAS funding - saving £200k & driving green growth.

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  • Sustainability
  • Case study

18 June 2025

Solihull nursery is ready to tackle its energy costs through BEAS

Tender Years Day Nursery, based in Solihull, is ready to tackle its energy costs while reducing its carbon footprint after receiving a free assessment from the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS).
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  • Case study
  • Sustainability

20 November 2024

Fast-growing brewery among hundreds of businesses getting help to be more energy efficient

Attic Brew is reducing carbon emissions and saving £30K/year with WMCA-backed energy grants.

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