Net Zero Accelerator Diagnostic

Costs can be reduced through measures such as introducing new “greener tariff” energy suppliers, energy-efficient lighting/heating systems, re-designing products/packaging and switching to local suppliers to decrease shipping distances, switching to recycled materials, and reusing waste products. To what extent is cutting costs an important driver for your business’s net zero strategy?

SMEs need to engage in this process to avoid missing out on future contracts and growth opportunities, as the wider supply chain increasingly demand low carbon products and services. Being able to respond to this demand will give your company a competitive advantage. To what extent are the expectations of larger companies an important driver for your business’s net zero strategy?

Customers expect companies to make ethical decisions on their behalf, and “going green” can attract new customers, business partners and talent. To what extent is customer expectation an important driver for your business’s net zero strategy?

Offering innovative “green” products, services or business models may open low carbon business opportunities. To what extent is opening new markets an important driver for your business’s Net Zero strategy?

Cutting carbon emissions and helping to combat climate change demonstrates a degree of corporate social responsibility to stakeholders. This may also help attract new employees to your business. To what extent is enhancing reputation an important driver for your business’s Net Zero strategy?