SparksArticlesConsumers want businesses to be more sustainable
ARTICLE
Consumers want businesses to be more sustainable
Three-quarters of Brits feel sustainability and climate change are important – but over half think businesses are simply ‘greenwashing’ for marketing purposes
Using recyclable packaging, more renewable energy, and less plastic, are the top things that consumers want to see companies doing in a bid to act more sustainably, research has found.
More than three-quarters (76 per cent), of 2,000 adults polled, said that sustainability and climate change are important to them – with six in ten wanting businesses to show these things are important to them, too.
Over a third are calling for companies to use more sustainable products (38 per cent), more recycling bins (37 per cent), and refillable items (36 per cent).
“The collective responsibility which many of us feel is fantastic to see, and shows there’s a real appetite for sustainability.”
Great news! You’ve completed our efficient Workplace Energy Efficiency Checklist and are on your journey of reducing energy bills and cutting carbon emission. You’ve now reached that point where you are ready to get started on more substantial and long-term green investments.
Understanding your heating controls Heating controls are essential for achieving energy efficiency in buildings. By understanding how these controls work, you can avoid wasting energy in unoccupied spaces or having competing heating and cooling running at the same time. Manuals for heating controls can be found on a manufacturer’s website. Ensure staff know which of…
This support offer has come to end as of December 2022. As energy prices skyrocket for businesses, we’ve gained new funding to support organisations in Oxford City. If you have a building in Oxford City and want fully funded energy efficiency support, you should get in touch. Our experienced team can provide energy assessments and…
When it comes to getting quotes for electrical devices designed to cut down on your energy consumption, some of the terminology can be a bit confusing. Here we break down the key metrics you need to know.
You may at some point be considering decarbonising your energy usage. The simplest way this can be done is of course by switching to an energy supplier who specialises in low carbon energy.
Hybrid working really took off during the COVID pandemic – and looks as if it is here to stay. But while it’s become the go-to approach of blending remote and in-person work, the burning question is: Is remote home working genuinely more sustainable?
