Introduction
In times of economic uncertainty and government austerity measures, resource efficiency can play a vital role in unlocking cost savings and profitability. It can reduce carbon emission and achieve efficiencies if only businesses had the appropriate information and focus to take action. Firms are failing to understand what the true cost of waste is for their business and the likely impact it could have on improving competitiveness.
Understanding the Issues
The Gershon Efficiency Review 2003 for the public sector and the Stern Review 2006 have both made clear links to the financial benefits from resource efficiency. They are guiding key government policies for efficiencies in public procurement and services. Similarly, businesses are also encouraged to focus on inefficient use of raw materials, energy and water to meet legislation, satisfy corporate responsibility objectives and secure competitiveness. However, while many businesses want to achieve resource efficiency and stay ahead of their competitors, few know where to begin.
Carbon Point: Key Solutions
Carbon point has been delivering resource efficiency solutions for several years. We have successfully worked within Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs), large blue chip businesses (e.g Shell UK and Virgin Group), local authorities and government departments. We hold the right skills set to unlock cost savings in energy, waste, water and materials, but also add value by engaging staff, employees, suppliers and stakeholders in order to deliver lasting results.
With our unique capabilities in Resource Efficiency we can offer the following services:
- Resource Efficiency Audits
- Waste Minimisation
- Waste Recycling Advice & Planning
- Identifying Supply Chain Efficiency
- Sustainable Procurement
- Stakeholder Engagement
