Free ‘green’ advice for companies

Sunderland-based businesses are being offered free help to kickstart their journey to a more sustainable future.

Following the adoption of Sunderland’s Low Carbon Framework, the Eco Agency is offering 150 spaces to enable them to reduce their carbon footprint.

The campaign is based on the Sunderland-based agency’s programme which encourages businesses to pledge to actionable goals that support the environment.

Cameron Shaw, founder and CEO of The Eco Agency, said: “As one of the biggest contributors to environmental waste, we know that businesses can make big differences through small changes but this starts with environmental awareness and commitment.

“We’ve developed a goals system aimed at supporting businesses in these two areas.”

Cllr Graeme Miller, leader of Sunderland City Council, said: “Reducing our carbon emissions is the most pressing issue of our generation and something that requires a collective effort from people and businesses across the city as well as all of our partner organisations.

“Sunderland businesses are renowned for stepping up to the plate in the face of challenges, as we have seen throughout the pandemic, and I’m already aware of some good practice within our business community on low carbon.

"I’m delighted to see that the Eco Agency are offering support to encourage Sunderland businesses to take steps to become greener, and look forward to hearing more as companies engage with the programme.”