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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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17 February 2026
Are There Grants for Net Zero Projects in the UK?
Read time: 3 minutes
An explanation of UK net zero grants and funding options, including eligibility considerations, regional differences and how funding fits into wider decarbonisation planning.
Posted By Green Economy
16 February 2026
What Does Net Zero Mean for SMEs in the UK?
Read time: 4 minutes
A practical guide explaining what net zero means for UK small and medium-sized businesses, why it matters through supply chains and procurement, and how SMEs can take proportionate, staged action.
Posted By Green Economy
16 February 2026
What Is Energy Efficiency and Why Does It Matter?
Read time: 3 minutes
A clear guide to what energy efficiency means for organisations, how it reduces costs and emissions, and why it remains central to long-term sustainability planning.
Posted By Green Economy
12 December 2025
Making the most of green technology networking events
Read time: 2 minutes
The green technology sector is one of the fastest-growing and most collaborative industries in the world. Our very own Liam Wolstenholme gives his top tips for making the most of green tech networking events.
Posted By Liam Wolstenholme
04 November 2025
Green Careers Week – the green skills gap and net zero
Read time: 3 minutes
The UK Government published the nation’s first plan to train and recruit works to support its net zero ambitions in October. Vicky Wilding, Green Technologies & Services Lead of Green Economy, has broken down what the plan means for the UK and its net zero ambitions.
Posted By Vicky Wilding
19 September 2025
A business guide to carbon footprinting
Read time: 4 minutes
Learn how to measure your business’s carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Discover practical steps to reduce greenhouse gases and move toward net zero.
Posted By Green Economy
13 August 2025
How extreme heat affects workplaces—and what employers can do to adapt
Read time: 2 minutes
As climate change accelerates, extreme heat is no longer a rare inconvenience - it's a growing workplace hazard. In insight we explore the issue, and the steps businesses can take to keep their employees safe.
Posted By Green Economy
16 July 2025
UK Government releases 2025 Solar Roadmap
Read time: 2 minutes
The UK Government released its new Solar Roadmap in June, outlining its strategy for scaling solar energy in the United Kingdom. We’ve picked out the key takeaways for businesses - take a look!
Posted By Vicky Wilding
17 June 2025
Retrofitting - the green tech sector must grow to improve the UK's leaky homes
Read time: 3 minutes
Vicky Wilding, Head of Green Technology and Services, explores the value of the retrofit market and the opportunities for installers and tradespeople.
Posted By Vicky Wilding
10 June 2025
Green tech innovation takes centre stage at Ruhr Summit as Europe’s sustainability drive accelerates
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Industry leaders, green tech pioneers, and start-up professionals gathered at the Ruhr Summit in Germany to explore cutting-edge innovations, strengthen international partnerships, and fuel Europe’s net-zero ambitions.
Posted By Green Economy
03 June 2025
A business guide to ‘Scope 3’ emissions
Read time: 7 minutes
What is meant by ‘Scope 3’ greenhouse gas emissions, why they are important and how can businesses begin to measure them as part of their carbon footprint?
Posted By Green Economy
19 May 2025
Affordable wins – green tech solutions to save your business energy today
Read time: 4 minutes
The cost of doing business means that any opportunity to retain cashflow is a priority this winter. Vicky Wilding, senior business advisor, explores some affordable green tech solutions you can implement today.
Posted By Vicky Wilding