For businesses

For businesses

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Our advisory service provides guidance for whatever stage of the sustainability journey you are at to help you achieve your goals. Make use of everything now as you only have until 31st November 2025 to access this support for free!

What matters most to your business?

We understand your concerns about attracting customers, finding reliable suppliers, staying competitive, and maximising profits. Empower your business to turn these challenges into opportunities with sustainable practices that drive growth and efficiency.

Our advisory service offers guidance at any stage of your sustainability journey, helping you achieve your goals. It is built on the extensive experience of our experts in supporting businesses and is grounded in robust research data, developed through consultations with companies of various sizes, industries, and levels of sustainability expertise. The service addresses businesses' requests for a comprehensive, one-stop solution that covers every aspect of the sustainability journey—from diagnostic tools and training materials to workshops and one-on-one consultancy.

Fully funded support and resources available to Leicestershire businesses:

  • Focus on what's relevant for you: Use our tailored self-diagnostic tool to identify three practical actions that will make the biggest difference to your business.
  • Learn from trusted resources: Access curated, credible materials designed to help you save time and make informed decisions.
  • Join expert-led workshops: Get hands-on support and connect with others on the same journey—at no cost to you.
  • Get advice: Join our advisory service journey but signing up and receive fully funded 1-1 consultancy, or just access our experts helpline for specific queries.

Ready to unlock growth and efficiency? Let's get started!

Point 1

Attend introductory workshops.

Point 2

Complete a self-directed sustainability audit.

Point 3

Communicate your findings.

Point 4

Attend business challenge workshops.

Point 5

Get Carbon Literacy accredited.

Point 6

Receive a sustainability audit site visit.

Point 7

Discuss bespoke plan with an advisor.

Point 8

Discuss advanced sustainability needs with an advisor

Point 9

Access specialist support and partnerships to advance sustainability projects.

Point 10

How will this benefit me and my organisation?

In today's rapidly changing market, customers, clients, and procurement partners are demanding more from the businesses they work with. Public perceptions have shifted, and environmental considerations now play a key role in decision-making. The question isn't if your business needs to adapt—it's when.

Acting now will help your business:

  • Stay Competitive: Sustainability criteria are increasingly shaping tender processes and procurement frameworks. Without meeting these standards, you risk losing opportunities or becoming ineligible for key contracts.
  • Future-Proof Operations: Regulations are tightening, with sustainability measures already mandatory in many industries. Future-proofing your operations today avoids costly, last-minute compliance tomorrow.
  • Boost Brand Reputation: Consumers are choosing businesses that align with their values. Demonstrating your commitment to sustainability builds trust, loyalty, and a competitive edge.

A business' sustainability journey is likely to be ongoing without a specific end date but we know how important it is to be able to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability, the tool, resources and 1-1 support available through this service will set you in the right direction.

It was in 2023 that we implemented our first carbon reduction plan and fully looked into it. This has helped us as a company identify small areas where we can make quick and efficient changes. We've also been able to implement processes to ensure that every change we make keeps sustainability at the forefront.

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