Sustainability on a Budget: Practical Strategies to Reduce Your Business’ CO₂ Emissions Without Breaking the Bank
Season 1, Episode 29, Mar 10, 01:36 PM
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In this episode, host Jonathan Howl from the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme sits down with Adam Bastock, Founder of Small 99, to discuss practical, budget-friendly ways small businesses can reduce their carbon footprint—without major investments.
From overcoming sustainability challenges to accessing free support and funding, Adam shares insights on:
From overcoming sustainability challenges to accessing free support and funding, Adam shares insights on:
- The biggest barriers small businesses face when going green
- Low-cost strategies to cut CO₂ emissions
- The real benefits of sustainability—from cost savings to brand growth
- How businesses can start measuring and reducing their impact today
- A real-world success story of a business that boosted efficiency and profits with simple, sustainable changes
With 94-95% of UK businesses being SMEs, this episode is packed with advice for business owners looking to embrace sustainability while staying competitive.
Podcast host: Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
Guest speaker: Adam Bastock, CEO - Small 99
Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Manager, Coventry City Council
Useful links:
- Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
- Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
- Learn more about the DNZ Programme
- Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
- 20% off until the end of March using code 'COVENTRY' - for the Small 99 mini-game and action box
- Small 99 – Practical Sustainability Guidance
- People, Planet, Pint
- Podcast feedback form
If you have any questions or suggestions for the Green Business Podcast, please contact the podcast producer, Maria Covlea, at maria.covlea@coventry.gov.uk
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