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UK’s green economy is four times larger than the manufacturing sector
According to newly released report ‘Where we were, where we are, and where we’re going’ published by kMatrix the UK’s low carbon economy is worth more than £200bn, four times the size of the manufacturing sector (worth £55.6bn), with growth expected to accelerate in the coming years.
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Struggling to find energy efficiency funding?
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.
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Energy Efficiency Quick Tips for GP Practices
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…
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Support for businesses and organisations in Oxford City – Build Back Better (Ended December 2022)
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…
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Why small businesses need to address their environmental impact too
Businesses are responsible for 18% of total carbon emissions in the UK, so they’re a crucial part of the puzzle to respond to climate change. And that includes smaller businesses too.
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Government warned about spiking internet energy demands
University of Sussex Business School calls for more efficient datacentres to limit the unsustainable and unchecked growth in internet and online services which represents a very real threat to energy security.
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Should your business switch to electric cars or vans?
If your business uses cars or vans, one way to reduce your environmental impact could be to swap to electric vehicles. As well as the reduced carbon emissions, your business may also be able to access grant funding to do this. Simply Business have published an article covering everything you need to know about moving…
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One in three SMEs investing in EV infrastructure in the next year, says NatWest
Around 15% of those surveyed by the banking giant said that they had already invested in EV infrastructure, including electric car fleets or charging points. This number is expected to more than double in the next year, with a further 20% of SMEs planning to invest in this area by 2023. “Energy prices and global…