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SME webinar on net zero

In this session, recorded 09 September 2021, we looked at Net Zero including how businesses can begin their journey to Net Zero and what practical steps businesses can take to make strategy changes and influence their supply chains.

09 Sep 2021, 1 min read

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Speakers:

  • Deborah Fraser, Commercial Director - Regions & SMEs, Events & Sponsorship, CBI (Chair)
  • Gabrielle Ginér, Head of Environmental Sustainability, BT
  • Catherine Westoby, Senior Policy Advisor, BEIS
  • Hannah Drake, Founder & CEO, Enerlytic

In this session we explored net zero, covering how SMEs can prepare through the SME Climate Hub, the benefits for businesses metrics for procurement, and the uptake of specific actions.

Key takeaways:

  • Businesses need to begin thinking about their net zero
  • Collaboration is key to ensuring the UK transitions to a decarbonised economy.
  • SMEs must take action now to halve their emissions by 2030.
  • SME Climate Hub provides tools to support SMEs in their commitment to net zero https://smeclimatehub.org/