Pathway to Net Zero Business Support

Free support for Plymouth businesses working towards Net Zero

The Pathway to Net Zero programme has been designed to provide free support for Plymouth-based businesses to adopt more environmentally conscious processes and move towards becoming net zero.

Funded by Plymouth City Council through the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund, the programme provides a combination of one-to-one sessions, workshops, and self-learning resources. We can help you with:

  • How to make your business practices more sustainable
  • Carbon measurement and free carbon audits
  • Developing a green workforce culture
  • Reducing your digital carbon footprint
  • Sustainability certification options
  • Creating an Environmental Management System.

The programme is fully funded, which means there is absolutely no cost to you. So, if you're keen to make your business more sustainable, and start proactively working towards Net Zero, we can help.

Find out more by having an initial chat with us. Simply use the form, and we'll get in touch. 

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    Eligibility

    This support is available completely free to anyone located within the Plymouth City Council City Boundary. If you're unsure, you can check by inputting your postcode into the Council Checker.

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    Unlock the benefits of going green

    More sustainable doesn't mean more expensive
    Quite the opposite. Reducing energy and water consumption and switching to greener operating methods could help lower your overheads. Plus, m    aking your business more sustainable doesn't necessarily mean a lot of upfront cost. Several of the major UK banks are now offering support to small businesses investing in green assets such as renewable energy, electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

    Leveraging growth
    Appeal to existing customers or clients and attract new ones by showing you care about the planet.     70% of consumers surveyed1 on purchases across multiple industries said they would pay an extra 5% for a greener product if it performed as well as a non-green alternative.  

    Appealing to existing B2B clients & attracting new ones
    Sustainability is now inescapable for every business, and ignoring it could cost you your clients. By making your business greener, you’ll be more attractive to existing & future clients who are undergoing their own green transformation. 

    Attracting investors
    In a study conducted by Oxford University2, 80% of mainstream investors now consider environmental credentials and criteria when choosing which businesses to invest in. So, by making your business more sustainable, you're far more attractive to potential future investors.

    Make changes under your own steam
    There will come a time when meeting the Government's Net Zero policies becomes mandatory, so put your business ahead of the game. If you begin by making gradual changes now at a pace that works for you and your business, you'll be in a far more comfortable position later on. 

    Get the edge on your competition
    Consumers and businesses are becoming increasingly eco-conscious. Two million (42%) SMEs in the UK have started on the road to making their business fit for Net Zero3. Don't get left behind. Getting ahead of the competition now will put you on a far stronger footing for growth and help future-proof your business. 

    Why choose us to help you?
    • Our support is fully funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund, which means there's no cost to you.
    • Receive dedicated one-to-one advice with a locally-based business advisor who understands the needs of Devon businesses.
    • Get a free carbon audit from professional carbon accountants and subsequent tailored advice on how to reduce the environmental impact of your business.

    Pathway to Net Zero is funded by the UK Government and is receiving up to £60,000 of Shared Prosperity Funding. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities is the Managing authority for these funds. The accountable body for this programme is Plymouth City Council.

    Pathway to Net Zero funding and delivery partners
    1  McKinsey Quarterly survey. 2 Forbes: Corporate Responsibility. 3 Aldermore's Green SME Index.