Like it or not, climate change is high on the agenda. Most people agree that we have to reduce our emissions and use of fossil fuels, the stuff we throw away, our consumption of resources, the energy we waste…  Rafts of regulation punish us if we don’t and occasionally reward us if we do.

The climate change agenda embraces a range of topics, all centred on “sustainability” – leaving the planet in a fit state for future generations – which at first sight have little to do with improving your firm’s bottom line. Viewed from another angle, climate change is about competitive advantage. That’s where Charnock Environmental can help!

Some actions to save energy are pretty obvious, like switching off lights and adjusting thermostats, but it’s surprisingly easy to overlook them. Is your boiler running 24/7 when you only need hot water for a few hours? Why not apply for a grant which pays for upgrading your lighting and heating, and shaves £££ off your energy bill? That’s a quick win…

Could your waste be someone else’s raw material? Are you missing out on public tenders because you don’t have the right environmental policies? Could you generate electricity and feed it into the grid? Are you legally compliant, or could the Environment Agency come along with a hefty fine? Could you win more business by demonstrating your environmental credentials? If you’re not sure of the answers, or know them and want to act, contact Charnock Environmental.

 We tailor our service to our clients’ needs. This usually includes a baseline “carbon footprint”, getting all staff trained and committed, agreeing an environmental policy, identifying relevant legislation, and making continual environmental improvement part of their business culture. We also offer a full programme leading to ISO14001certification, which organisations follow at their own pace without disrupting normal activities.

Based in Hampshire, Charnock Environmental offers a full environmental consultancy service to organisations in southeast England. Our first free visit will save you money!