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Give your business a greener future

As communities across the world continue to grapple with the environmental challenges brought about by climate change, more and more small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) in Oxfordshire are looking to join the global drive towards net zero emissions by 2050.

But what does this mean, and why is it so important? Put simply, achieving net zero means that a business has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions to the point where they are balanced by the amount removed from the atmosphere.

To achieve net zero, however, can seem like a daunting task. That’s why, working with partners, we have brought together into a one-stop-shop for Oxfordshire SMEs the support and resources available in Oxfordshire and more widely to help you on your net zero journey – whatever size of business you are, sector you are in, or stage you are at.

Net zero and your business

Some of the ways that thinking about net zero can help your business

Net Zero Heroes

Inspiring stories from Oxfordshire businesses already acting on net zero

Net zero support

A list of organisations supporting net zero in Oxfordshire

Funding & grants

A guide to funding available locally and nationally

Net zero jargon

A simple guide to some of the common terms you might hear used

Calculate your baseline

Understand your company’s carbon footprint and how you can save on your energy use and carbon emissions

Net zero toolkit

There are many business toolkits available, the new UK Business Climate Hub provides a wealth of useful tools and practical advice to support businesses in climate action

Climate change adaptation

How your business can be more resilient to changes in our climate

Net Zero News

Free places available for Oxford businesses and residents on green skills courses

People in Oxfordshire urged to have their say on local nature recovery

Oxford Climate Awards: Winners crowned at inaugural event

Solar energy for your business: a sustainable solution

Download energy saver app for chance to win £225 towards monthly fuel bill

Cherwell residents offered free places on green skills courses

Free places at green skills courses available for South and Vale residents, supported by OxLEP Skills

Council awards funding to Abingdon and Witney College to boost local skills and support green initiatives

Net Zero Events

People, Planet, Pint

Small99

Date: 5th Dec

Time: 6pm

Location: The Blue Boar, 1 Goddards Lane Chipping Norton OX7 5NP

People, Planet, Pint

Small99

Date: 2nd Jan

Time: 6pm

Location: The Blue Boar, 1 Goddards Lane Chipping Norton OX7 5NP

My SME Business – 10 Steps to Net Zero and your Carbon Calculation

ALP Synergy Ltd

Date: 16th Jan

Time: 9am – 10am

Location: On Zoom

People, Planet, Pint

Small99

Date: 21st Jan

Time: 6pm

Location: The Blue Boar, 1 Goddards Lane Chipping Norton OX7 5NP

Completing My SME Business Carbon Reduction Plan

ALP Synergy Ltd

Date: 3rd Feb

Time: 1pm – 2pm

Location: On Zoom

People, Planet, Pint

Small99

Date: 6th Feb

Time: 6pm

Location: The Blue Boar, 1 Goddards Lane Chipping Norton OX7 5NP

Access to Finance 2025

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) in collaboration with Oxfordshire Greentech

Date: 13th March

Time: 9am – 5pm

Location: ESA ECSAT Conference Centre, Harwell Campus

Exploring Your Business Purpose

Discover your pivotal role in the transformation towards a more sustainable and purpose-driven future. A guide for those at the start of their journey.

Need further support?

If you have questions on net zero for your business or for fully funded information and advice, please email [email protected] or call 0345 241 1196.