Reducing energy consumption and waste
We're implementing practical measures to reduce energy consumption and also switch to more sustainable means of production. We are also working closely with our business community on supporting their sustainability goals.
Hear how Stafford Borough businesses funded by the Council are adapting to climate change:
- Sustainable Stafford (YouTube)
- See how Taylors Classics have been able to reduce their energy consumption (YouTube)
- Care home takes deliver of solar panels (YouTube)
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust receiving carbon literacy training (YouTube)
Business and Sustainability Together
Funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, Business and Sustainability Together is a free business support programme delivered in conjunction with Keele University with a focus on what really works when it comes to cost reduction.
Staffordshire Sustainability Board
The Staffordshire Sustainability Board was created in 2022. The purpose of the board is to gather the Elected Members (Sustainability/Waste Management portfolio) from councils in Staffordshire to allow discussion on the relevant environmental sustainability issues, debate matters affecting multiple authorities and decide outcomes and objectives for collective projects.
Some useful links:
The Climate Change Levy (CCL) (gov.uk) is a UK tax provides an incentive for organisations to be more energy efficient and reduce carbon emissions.
The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (gov.uk) is a mandatory energy assessment scheme for large organisations which requires organisations to assess their energy scheme every four years.
Green Solutions (SCC) in affiliation with the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) is a programme that offers support to businesses to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
If you would like to discuss how we can support you on your net zero transition, or supporting your organisation to be sustainable, please contact Martyne Manning at mmanning@staffordbc.gov.uk.