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Partnering with Groundwork to Support Sustainable Local Growth

Are you looking to support local businesses on the road to sustainability in 2026?  Join Groundwork for an interactive session exploring how we support businesses to achieve sustainable, resilient growth. This webinar will introduce Groundwork’s mission and approach for work delivered in partnership, outlining some of the current challenges faced by small and medium businesses,…Read More »

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The 2025 Budget & Effect on Creating Sustainable Businesses

As Rachel Reeves announced the UK budget yesterday, we were on tenterhooks to see if Net Zero support for businesses would feature. Sadly, it failed to reach the newspaper headlines, so we’ve taken a more detailed look to understand if and what support might be available to help businesses on their journey. In this blog…Read More »

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Demystifying Sustainability Standards

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 »

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Our Upcoming Sustainability Webinars

As part of our work with the UK Government, Groundwork’s Sustainable Business Consultants are hosting a series of sustainability webinars throughout January and February 2025, open to all organisations keen to expand their knowledge on Net Zero. See details below and follow the links to register. Sustainability Policies, Business Sustainability and the Circular Economy TUESDAY…Read More »

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5 easy ways for SME’s to become more sustainable

Reducing your environmental impact as a small business isn’t just about the planet; it’s also about creating efficiency, lowering costs, and aligning with the values of eco-conscious customers. Every business, no matter its size, can take steps to become more sustainable. If you’re an SME looking to make changes, here are five essential steps to…Read More »

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Sustainability Jargon Buster

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword – it’s a critical part of how we address environmental, social, and economic challenges today. But with so many technical terms and acronyms floating around, it’s easy to feel lost in the green chatter. From “carbon footprint” to “net zero,” these terms can be confusing, especially when they’re…Read More »

Why should businesses prioritise sustainability?

In today’s world, consumers and those in the supply chain are much more sustainability-focused. They expect the organisations that they purchase from to be operating sustainably and working towards a Net Zero target. Even in markets where there isn’t a customer need for sustainable practices, adopting a more sustainable stance can lead to lower operating…Read More »

Groundwork at the Directory of Social Change Going Green conference

The Directory of Social Change hosted their second Going Green conference on the 21st March 2024 driving forward their ambition to create a sustainable charity sector. The conference brought together charity leaders and senior decision-makers to discuss what can be done to become more sustainable, how to go about it and how the sector can…Read More »

Providing sustainability advice to businesses in Sefton

Thanks to funding from the UK Government and in partnership with InvestSefton, Groundwork’s sustainability consultants are pleased to launch the Sustainable Sefton programme supporting businesses primarily in the town centres of Southport, Bootle, Crosby and Maghull with their sustainability credentials. Sustainable Sefton will provide funded sustainability support to 60 businesses over the next 12 months,…Read More »

Sustainable Procurement: Establishing the Basis for a Responsible Business

In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, sustainable procurement has emerged as a fundamental pillar of responsible and ethical business practices. By integrating sustainability into the procurement process, businesses can make a profound impact on environmental conservation, social well-being, and long-term economic viability. In this article, we explore the importance of laying the groundwork for sustainable procurement…Read More »