At Tamworth Borough Council we believe that sustainable business practices are not just good for the planet, but also beneficial for our community and future generations. We've committed to becoming a net-zero organisation which requires significantly reducing our carbon emissions, alongside building resilience against climate change impacts. As part of this journey, we want to share resources and updates that can help your business operate more sustainably and engage your staff and customers to take climate action now.
Green Solutions – is a programme in affiliation with the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) that supports businesses in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The program offers: Energy Assessments, Low Carbon Grants, Carbon Literacy Training and Green Loans.
Flooding – as part of our ongoing efforts to improve resilience to climate impacts, we encourage businesses to sign up for EA flood alerts. This will help you stay informed and make proactive decisions in case of potential flooding. Sign up for flood warnings here.
Green Skills – offers support in growing our green economy and skills in Staffordshire on the path to Net Zero. Also, if you are a business in Staffordshire that installs or supplies low carbon technologies, or provides green solutions or products, you can request to be listed in the Green Suppliers directory.
Sustainable Simple Swaps – an article offering practical tips for businesses to become more sustainable. Simple changes can lead to significant environmental benefits and cost savings.
Helpful resources