In an effort to assist small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the UK in cutting their carbon emissions by half by 2030, BT and the UK Business Climate Hub (UKBCH) have launched a cooperation. According to the two organizations, this action would prevent 280 million tonnes of CO2 from entering the environment.
Together, the 5.5 million SMBs in the UK account for nearly half of all non-household emissions, yet they represent more than 99 per cent of all enterprises in the country. Therefore, according to BT and UKBCH, their contribution to solving the climate catastrophe is essential to the country’s prospects of reaching net zero by 2050.
However, nine out of ten smaller businesses would like to address climate change at their company but find it difficult to get started and identify the necessary instruments to lessen their environmental consequences, according to research cited by the new partners.
Consequently, UKBCH, an industry-government collaborative effort, has officially welcomed BT as a major industry partner and member of its advisory board. The two companies will collaborate to jointly design a set of actions aimed at enabling small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to meet short-term climate targets.
“We’re delighted to partner with BT and are energised about the impact we will make together,” said Chris Taylor, net zero programme director at the Broadway Initiative, which manages the UKBCH.
“The UKBCH works closely with the government and our industry partners to produce essential guides for SMBs across multiple sectors, with practical advice on how to reduce carbon emissions and save on energy bills.
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Seven Steps to Sustainability is a new guide that the partners have created. It provides helpful advice on how SMBs in all sectors can reduce emissions legally, as well as best practices for motivating employees to create energy-saving and carbon-reduction projects.
In addition, businesses are invited to establish a “SME Climate Commitment” to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, cut emissions in half by 2030, and submit an annual report detailing their progress.
Therefore, in addition to implementing new technology and energy-saving strategies, UKBCH and BT are urging smaller firms to measure their present emissions from fuel use, electricity use, and business activities that contribute to overall carbon emissions.
Companies in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland are also urged to find projects or programs that can assist in funding their transition to sustainability, as well as chances to lessen their effect throughout the whole value chain.
To access a vast collection of free information, tools, and guidance to assist in completing these stages, SMBs are invited to visit the UKBCH website.
The company was well aware that many of its small business clients struggle to find the time, the funds, or the assistance to help them prioritize sustainability, according to Chris Sims, managing director of small and medium business at BT.
“BT set its first carbon reduction target more than 30 years ago, and we’ve had a strong track record of hitting our sustainability goals ever since,” he added. “But we have size on our side.
“With the UK Business Climate Hub, we are beginning our journey to reach more businesses with free tools and practical support to help them set the foundations for a greener future, and ultimately, reach net zero.”
