Financing a sustainable future

We’re helping businesses reduce their overall costs and energy usage with new Clean Growth Financing opportunities as we move towards a carbon neutral economy. By transitioning to low-carbon sustainable business models we can make a real difference to tackling climate change. 

So, wherever you are on your transition to Net Zero, we’re here to support your business in making a difference to the environment and reducing costs at the same time.

Products & services to support your sustainable transition

From discounted lending for green purposes and investing in clean growth to improving the energy efficiency of buildings and vehicles; we offer a range of tools and products & services to help your business achieve its green and Net Zero ambitions.

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Where are you in your sustainability journey?

1. Getting started

We have gathered essential information to help businesses like yours get started on their journey to Net Zero. 

Get started

2. Your sustainable transition

Measure your carbon footprint, mobilise your sustainability plan, and monitor results as you navigate the road ahead. 

Next steps

3. Heroes of Net Zero

Read about industry leaders commited to their sustainability transition and find out how you can become a Hero of Net Zero. 

Case studies

Resources and information

 

Green Buildings Tool

Our Green Buildings Tool enables you to identify, evaluate and understand your property to make it more sustainable and energy efficient.

  • Analyse energy saving initiatives that affect the energy performance certificate (EPC) rating which would reduce CO2 emissions
  • Reveals initiatives/properties that offer the best return on investment with regards to CO2 reduction

Green Buildings Tool

 

Climate Call to Action: Research Report

Following an in-depth survey of over 1,000 UK businesses, 96% of which were SMEs, we launched a new report in partnership with the British Chambers of Commerce. It reveals the challenges facing SMEs on their journey to Net Zero and outlines recommendations for key stakeholders that have a role to play in supporting SMEs.

Read the report (PDF, 3.27MB)

From Now to Net Zero: a Practical Guide for SMEs

To deepen our understanding of how we can best support you on your journey to Net Zero, in 2021, we surveyed more than 1,000 businesses and experts from across the UK, alongside our ongoing conversations with clients.

From Now to Net Zero: a Practical Guide for SMEs

SME Net Zero Monitor

In 2022, we did a further survey of 1,000 SMEs to monitor where they are on their sustainability journey today, identify the benefits of reaching the Net Zero target and understand how to overcome the barriers.

Find out where you are on your Net Zero journey today

 

Support tailored to industry sectors and corporates

We understand that sustainability goals can vary across the size and sector of a business. We combine tailored products and services together with specialist insight to support you in your journey.

View sector-specific sustainability support

Heroes of Net Zero: case studies

Good things are happening at McMenon Engineering

Find out how they’ve used an export guarantee to support their global growth ambitions as well as bolstering their core values of sustainability, diversity and inclusion.

 

What's happening at mcMenon Engineering

Good things are happening at the Port of Blyth

Find out how they’re investing in renewable energy initiatives on their journey to Net Zero, positioning themselves as a leading off-shore energy base. 

 

What's happening at the Port of Blyth

Getting started

Getting started

Ready to take the next step on your sustainability journey?

Read about taking your first step on your transition to Net Zero.

Getting started

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