Net Zero Support & Advice

Breckland Council's Net Zero Support page is designed to help local businesses on their journey towards sustainability. Here, you'll find advice, educational resources, and practical tools to help you reduce your carbon footprint and take meaningful steps towards a greener Breckland.

Understanding Climate Change and Net Zero

Understanding climate and net zero terminology is crucial for taking effective action. Terms like "carbon neutral," "scope emissions," and "decarbonisation" are key to making informed decisions and reducing your business's environmental impact. We've linked to glossaries below to help you get familiar with the terms.

How can businesses reduce their emissions?

Reducing emissions is a crucial step for businesses looking to future-proof their operations, cut costs, and play a part in tackling climate change. Whether you're just getting started or already making progress, understanding your carbon footprint and taking action can bring real benefits. Below, you'll find tools, calculators, and resources to support your next steps.

More Help and Guidance

Funding

The British Business Bank (opens new window)
The British Business Bank supports smaller businesses with access to finance and helping them transition to a net-zero economy. They provide guidance on sustainability, including measuring and reducing carbon footprints, and offer financial resources to help businesses adopt green technologies and sustainable practices.

Schemes

Groundwork East (opens new window)
Groundwork East is an environmental charity that provides sustainability advice, energy audits, and carbon reduction guidance. They help businesses improve energy efficiency, identify cost-saving opportunities, and become more sustainable.
The Carbon Charter (opens new window)
The Carbon Charter supports SMEs in reducing carbon emissions and achieving Net Zero. It offers a framework to measure and manage environmental impact, with resources like the Net Zero Diagnostic Tool and expert advice. Becoming accredited demonstrates a business's commitment to sustainability.
New Anglian Growth Hub (opens new window)
New Anglia Growth Hub offers free, impartial support to businesses in Norfolk, helping them achieve sustainable growth. They provide guidance on reducing carbon footprints, improving productivity, and offer workshops on integrating eco-friendly strategies into business operations.
SME Climate Hub (opens new window)
The SME Climate Hub helps small and medium-sized businesses reduce emissions and achieve net zero. They provide free tools, resources, and guidance to measure emissions, set targets, and take action towards sustainability.
The Carbon Literacy Project (opens new window)
The Carbon Literacy Project provides training to help businesses understand climate change and take action. Their courses promote low-carbon decision-making and sustainable practices, helping businesses reduce emissions and operate responsibly.