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It's time to create a sustainable business

We’ve been helping put business sustainability into action for many years, by offering affordable and sustainable energy solutions that support your sustainable business strategy. 

What is sustainability in businesses?

The definition of sustainability in business is when businesses operate in a way that reduces their environmental and social impact, as well as supporting the business' economic growth. Business sustainability prioritises long-term growth through sustainable methods, as opposed to short-term financial gains. With the UK's emission reduction and net zero ambitions in place, businesses are facing greater pressures to become more eco-friendly and help in the fight against climate change, emphasising the importance of sustainability in business.

Why is sustainability important in business?

The ongoing climate crisis, dwindling natural resources and the evolving economic and regulatory landscape for businesses and consumers, makes sustainability for business too risky to overlook. More and more people are aware of their impact on society, health and the planet and are choosing to work with, or buy from, businesses that prioritise sustainability, environmentally conscious practices, and green initiatives. The benefits of sustainability in business far outweigh the consequences of delaying in taking action for climate

What are the benefits of a sustainable business model?

Boosts profits

A sustainable business model reduces operational costs and energy consumption by implementing green solutions - increasing your profits sustainably. 

Business resilience

Adopting a sustainable business model, practices and solutions lowers risk and helps your business remain flexible in the evolving energy transition.

Trusted brand

Your greener, sustainable business will be perfectly poised for growth, securing customer loyalty and competitive advantage. 

Environmental impact

Going greener means you care about more than just making money. Embracing sustainability in your business has a positive impact on the environment, your people and the wider community.

Attract and retain talent

More people want to work for socially responsible, sustainable businesses. With a sustainable business model, you'll attract the right employees for your company, fostering a positive culture.

Attract investment

Responsible investors understand the benefits of a sustainable business model. Green business is good business with lower potential risk, as well as better for our planet.  

How can you create a sustainable business strategy?

Businesses of any size can work towards a sustainable business model by following specific practices and adopting a sustainable business strategy, which is a set of actionable steps that a company takes to positively improve their impact on people, the planet and profit. Each business sustainability goal is unique to your company and its operations. Here's some practical recommendations to help you on your way to creating a sustainable business strategy.

Identify your challenges with sustainability in business

Whatever your business challenges are when it comes to business sustainability, the long term benefits of implementing a sustainable business model far outweigh risk of being left behind when it comes to the energy transition. Whether it’s timing, cost, or perhaps you're unsure of where to start, we’ll help highlight your opportunities for improvement, enabling you to create a more sustainable future.

Establish your long term vision for sustainability in business

Agree a clear vision that outlines your commitment to sustainability in business. Then, create a sustainable business plan that aligns to your strategy, including specific actions, budgets and timelines.

Implement and track your sustainable business strategy

Track and measure the value of your sustainability initiatives, aiming for tangible results so that you can see your ongoing progress towards a more sustainable business. 

Your sustainable business strategy, our solution

So, if your business sustainability strategy includes saving money, reducing energy consumption, trying to attract more customers through sustainable business growth, or you just want to be kinder to the planet, we can support you every step of the way with our with our affordable and sustainable business solutions.

From helping to define sustainability in business, supporting your sustainable business strategy, to implementing sustainable business solutions, contact us to arrange a callback and one of our business sustainability specialists will be in touch to discuss your sustainability journey. 

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How we're doing it, and how you can too

How can businesses be more sustainable? We’re working with businesses across the UK to enable them to become greener and more sustainable by helping them lower their energy use, save money and take action for climate. But don't just take our word for it, read more about how we're practicing what we preach and transforming businesses like yours. 

How we can help your business take action

Sustainable business solutions

We’ve installed green solutions like solar panels, battery storage, combined heat and power engines and heat pumps for our customers.

100% renewables-backed electricity

We’re providing 100% renewables-backed electricity* to all of the 380,000 SME customer sites we supply. 

Helping businesses reach their targets

We carried out energy audits at 160 sites for SME customers in 2022 to help them meet their carbon reduction targets.

Decarbonising driving

We’ve installed around 450 EV chargers with Network Rail at railway stations up and down the country. Learn how we can help charge your business sustainably. 

Success stories

Sustainable business case studies

We've been working with companies of all sizes for many years, helping to implement a sustainable business strategy to save energy and go greener. From monitoring, tracking and reducing energy consumption to integrating eco-friendly and sustainable energy solutions and improving energy efficiency, we let our success stories do the talking.