Time For Change

Thanks to the Climate Change Act 2008, the United Kingdom is now committed to reducing its carbon dioxide emissions by at least 80% by 2050 (based on 1990 levels). The low-carbon economy is most definitely on its way and for every business in the UK - regardless of size or that sector that it operates within - there are significant benefits (link to why CSR) to be seized by those who adopt a proactive approach now.

‘Tackling climate change could create opportunities for a company to increase its value by up to 80% if it is well positioned and proactive. Conversely, it could threaten up to 65% of its value if the company is poorly positioned or a laggard’

The Carbon Trust, ‘Climate Change – A Business Revolution’ (September 2008).

Combine this transition to a low-carbon economy with the increasing importance of environmental issues on the political, business and consumer agendas and you’ll realise that there has never been a better time for you to ‘green’ your business and become more environmentally sustainable.