Environmental guidance for your business in Northern Ireland & Scotland
Climate change is the term used to explain the changing weather patterns the earth is experiencing. Because of climate change, the UK is seeing hotter summers, milder winters, higher sea levels and increased flooding.
It is widely accepted that human activity is contributing to climate change through the production of greenhouse gases. These gases - particularly CO2 - are being released into the earth's atmosphere, where they form a layer, which prevents heat from escaping, causing a warming effect.
Businesses can help to tackle climate change by reducing the levels of greenhouse gases they produce. Some businesses, particularly those that are energy-intensive, will have requirements to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions as a result of the UK's commitment to the Kyoto Protocol.
However, all businesses can make changes that will make a difference, such as using less energy or swapping company cars for greener models. It may bring you business benefits too, including cost savings and tax breaks.
Relevant Business Topics:
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Chemicals manufacturingConstructionEducationFood and drink manufactureForestryMining and quarryingTransportWaste |
Additional resources
Video Case Study: How to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Your Business
Climate change may affect your business in a number of ways.
Read about how climate change may affect your business
How to cut carbon emissions from energy use
Read about cutting carbon emissions from energy use
How to reduce carbon emissions from transport
Read about reducing carbon emissions from transport
How to cut carbon emissions from buildings
Read about reducing carbon emissions from buildings
Low carbon products
Read about designing low carbon products
Find suppliers of low carbon products
Read about finding suppliers of low carbon products
Environmental tax breaks
Read about tax relief on sustainable products
Emissions trading and energy efficiency
Read about emissions trading and energy efficiency
International climate change projects
Read about mechanisms for offsetting carbon emissions
How to get involved
Read about getting involved with the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI) projects
Purchase carbon offsets
Read about purchasing carbon offsets for your business
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