Practical sustainability support for your organisation
GreenerFuture Leicestershire began as a regional initiative to help organisations understand their environmental impact, strengthen their sustainability strategy and take confident, evidence-based action. Although the funded advisory service has now concluded, the tools created through the programme remain available for any organisation that wants clear, credible guidance.
The site was originally designed with Leicestershire's predominantly small and medium-sized enterprises in mind. However, the challenges we address are shared across the UK and are freely available.
Over 300 organisations used the service while it was active. Their questions, barriers and priorities directly shaped the tools that now remain for wider use. Everything on this site has been developed with input from academic experts, business practitioners and real-world data. The aim is simple; to give you practical support that saves time, reduces uncertainty and helps you make meaningful progress.
Many of our most popular tools and resources remain freely available so that you can continue progressing on your sustainability journey.
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What support is available?
- Sustainability diagnostic tool — receive a personalised, prioritised action list tailored to your organisation.
- Resource library — practical guides, templates and step-by-step toolkits covering common sustainability challenges.
- Webinar recordings and training videos — catch up on expert-led sessions at any time.
- Research findings — stay up to date with insights generated through consultations, surveys and sector analyses during the project.
- Climate Leadership & Action Programme – a six-week CPD course for leaders who want to build confidence in sustainability decision-making.
- Case studies and impact stories — learn how local organisations have implemented sustainability in practice.
- Business toolkits — structured support for the areas organisations ask about most, from carbon measurement to action planning.
- Occasional events — Ad-hoc workshops and themed sessions announced through the (newsletter?)
- Expert helpline — available for short, specific sustainability queries.
- Free sustainability audits for Leicestershire organisations — students at the University of Leicester write sustainability reports for organisations
- Links to University of Leicester business support — a direct route to wider expertise and programmes offered by the University's College of Business.
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
A huge thank you to Alice and the GreenerFuture team for conducting our recent Sustainability Audit at Roberts Travel. Your insight, knowledge and warm approach have given us the confidence to move forward with an easy to understand, but effective and impactful plan our entire business can get on board with . We're proud to be working with 'GreenerFuture Leicestershire' and The University of Leicester, a real great support and resource in our journey towards a greener future.
How will this benefit me and my organisation?
Expectations from customers, procurement partners, and regulators continue to rise. Sustainability is no longer optional—it is becoming a core requirement that shapes competitiveness and long-term resilience.
The support on this website is built on the extensive experience of our experts in supporting businesses and is grounded in robust research data. The service addresses businesses' requests for a comprehensive, one-stop solution that covers every aspect of the sustainability journey.
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 by meeting emerging sustainability and supply-chain standards
- Future-proof operations by preparing for evolving regulations
- Strengthen your brand and reputation with transparent sustainability action
- Improve efficiency through cost-saving and resource-saving measures
- Communicate commitments clearly using structured templates and guidance
Whether you're beginning your sustainability journey or refining established practices, the platform still offers practical, easy-to-use support.
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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