Through its NetZero Programme, NEN Member, Northumberland Business Service Ltd (NBSL), provides knowledge, skills and a mindset that will help businesses on their low-carbon journey.
Through its NetZero Programme, NEN Member, Northumberland Business Service Ltd (NBSL), provides knowledge, skills and a mindset that will help businesses on their low-carbon journey.
A survey carried out on behalf of British Business Bank showed that 74% of small businesses don’t understand how environmental terms such as ‘net zero’, ‘carbon neutral’ and ‘carbon footprint’ apply to their businesses.
David Jackson, Skills Manager at NBSL said: “Research has shown that many small businesses are still in the dark when it comes to making changes which will reduce their carbon emissions and we know that many feel overwhelmed by terms like ‘net zero’ and ‘carbon footprint’.
“But we also know that businesses of all shapes and sizes have a vital role to play in our region’s transition to a new, low-carbon economy, and we want people to know that support is on offer to help them navigate the process of carbon reduction.”
Customers are now making decisions with their conscience as well as on a cost price. The NetZero programme helps people understand these terms and guides them through the process of measuring their carbon footprint to keep their businesses one step ahead of the competition. Ensuring everyone can learn to live a more sustainable way of life at home and at work.
The programme is a fully funded skills programme available to North of Tyne Combined Authority (Newcastle, North Tyneside, and Northumberland) residents over the age of 19 who are employed or running a business.
It consists of six online sessions led by experienced facilitators and trainers along with expert speakers covering the fundamentals of climate change, carbon footprinting, circular economy, ethical marketing and why the North East can and should be the greenest region in the UK.
Sessions include:
| What is Net Zero | To be able to recognise the basic themes of Netzero & commercial opportunities for SMEs. |
| Carbon Footprint | Understand and evaluate personal and business carbon footprints. Know the difference between carbon offsetting & carbon reduction. |
| Circular Economy | Understand potential cost savings and local supply chains and low carbon supply chains. |
| Low carbon operation | Examine opportunities available and barriers to access. |
| Low carbon & ethical marketing | Produce a low carbon marketing plan building your brand. |
| Prioritising & planning | Recap To NetZero main themes to develop an action plan. |
To obtain more information and register for the next course starting 15 March click here: NetZero
