On Wednesday the 8th of October Groundwork’s Sustainable Business Consultants will be hosting an engaging workshop at Theatre Porto in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire demystifying Decarbonisation and helping you create a Net Zero Action Plan. Understanding what to do with all your carbon emissions data is a daunting task but after this workshop you’ll feel more…Read More »
Background sixteen3 Ltd is a Warrington-based designer and manufacturer of commercial furniture, supplying modular seating, tables and accessories to UK businesses. Founded in 2009, the company has grown steadily and now operates from a modern manufacturing facility in Woolston. In 2023 sixteen3 produced their Sustainability Pledge, their commitment to creating a more sustainable future in…Read More »
As part of our Sustainability Shorts webinar series, we’ll be hosting a half hour session at 11am on the 9th July 2025 on Scope 3 emissions reporting. Scope 3 emissions often account for more than 80% of an organisation’s total carbon footprint, making them the most challenging to report and reduce. In this webinar, we’ll guide you…Read More »
On the 4th June 2025, as part of our Sustainability Shorts webinar series, we hosted a webinar on the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI). If you missed it, don’t worry, you can view the recording below and read more below about what was covered, including the role of the SBTi and how organisations can take…Read More »
Sustainability isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept for businesses. For some, it’s about drastically cutting carbon to boost operational efficiency. For others, it’s about robust governance and transparent reporting, and for others, its about supporting local people and developing a deeper social responsibility. Whatever sustainability means to you, keeping up to speed with the fast changing world…Read More »
If you’re truly committed to sustainability, vague statements and aspirational goals are no longer enough. Your investors, customers, and regulators are now demanding concrete evidence of environmental performance – proof, not promises – that’s where Sustainability Standards can help. To build real credibility and demonstrate a genuine commitment to reducing your environmental impact, you must…Read More »
As part of our Sustainability Shorts webinar series, we’ll be hosting a half hour session at 11am on the 4th June on the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI). We’ll cover who they are and how their approach supports businesses to set meaningful, science based targets which support effective carbon reduction. We’ll explain how you can…Read More »
Background Swinton Estate is one of the largest privately run estates in England, owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since 1880s’. The estate comprises 20,000 acres of North Yorkshire countryside, stretching from the River Ure to the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The estate is home to Swinton Park Hotel, various other accommodation facilities, restaurants,…Read More »
In 2024/25 Groundwork were commissioned by Cheshire West & Chester Council to support a number of businesses in the region on their journey towards Net Zero. The programme consisted of three core elements: The Low Carbon Mentorship programme, designed and delivered by Groundwork, consisted of: Earlier this month, participants from the Low Carbon Mentorship programme…Read More »
We’re pleased to announce the re-launch of our new and improved Sustainable Business membership scheme – available to businesses across the UK. Groundwork’s Sustainable Business membership scheme is a comprehensive program aimed at empowering organizations to embed sustainability into their operations and achieve measurable environmental and social impact. It helps businesses understand & enhance their…Read More »
