Purify wastewater, create ecosystems and wildlife habitats, and plant biomass.
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For a business to succeed, it must address the ‘triple bottom’ line. Shareholders and customers are increasingly aware of corporate social responsibility. Environmental legislation creates compliance and liability issues, which can prove costly if they are ignored.
Resource scarcity is driving up the cost of raw materials and waste disposal. These are not short term problems but signal the beginning of a change that will require all businesses to become truly sustainable within the localities in which they operate, along with everyone else. Quite simply, businesses can’t afford not to address environmental sustainability issues.
For companies looking for help in making the transition there are local consultancies that may be able to assist. There is actually a cluster of environmental technology firms in Shrewsbury, but many of these work within particular fields of interest. In addition some companies have already made great progress themselves and are getting involved in sharing the expertise they now have.
Biologic DesignHerefordshire 01886 884721 |
Bluesky Plastics Recyclingcollect scrap WEEE and other larger electrical goods using a national network of collection points and bulk containers. Plastics are separated, cleaned, reduced and offered for resale 01775 670226 |
Carbon TrustEnergy saving and carbon reduction issues. Includes information on financial help available to organisations and businesses. |
Chalk of OswestryCHALK is an umbrella business, which co-ordinates a number of projects to enable people, who live locally to Oswestry, to learn valuable skills to enrich their lives and build a better community. You will find re-upholstered bespoke furniture to re-purposed and up-cycled furniture, vintage clothes, textiles, haberdashery, gifts and so much more. look for the unusual. email: chalkcicshop@gmail.com 17 Leg St Oswestry, 01691 655895 |
chargie.netAre you put off buying an electric vehicle because of the lack of charging points? Do you have a charging point that you could let others use? chargie.net is a new idea to allow peer to peer sharing of charging points. It’s like Airbnb for EVs! |
Chemical Watch Research LtdProvides Business with information to manage their use of chemicals.... responsibly. 01743 818101 |
Close the DoorRun a brilliant campaign to put a stop to heating pavements and wasting heat simply by persuading shops to close their doors! The Carbon Trust says 54% of heat from a store is wasted, by going out of the door. Research says that customers are prepared to open doors into shops, and that closed doors have a minimum impact on sales! |
Credibly GreenEnvironmental consultants specialising in Energy, Waste and Environmental Management. They will help you to ascertain where improvements and efficiencies can be made, ensuring that your business is successfully operating for the ‘greater good’ with the aim of also providing savings in the delivery of your own core services. 55a Unit 2 High Street, Bridgnorth 01746 552423 |
CREST (Centre for Research into Environmental Science and Technology)Aim to help and support Shropshire businesses develop innovative ideas with an environmental theme. University Centre , Frankwell 01743 297561 |
E U SkillsThey have grants for small waste firms to take on young people. Also co-ordinate other training in the gas, power, water and waste management sector. |
E4environmentThey are an environmental consultancy based in Shropshire, working on projects all over the UK. Their speciality is providing guidance on environmental issues surrounding more technically demanding projects in the waste and renewable energy sectors. Hilley Farm Pentre nr Nescliffe 01743 343403 |
Environment AnalystA market intelligence for environmental consultants, executives and investors. |
Environmental Computer RecyclingIT recycling company, who collect from companies in mainland UK. 0121 472 3444 |
Forum for the FutureWorks with businesses & organisations, in sectors that are critical to the change needed now |
Global Action PlanDelivering tangible environmental, social & financial improvements |
Go-Green-PCMaker of 'green' PCs |
Green AchieverThe Green Achiever scheme offers environmental accreditation to businesses from the UK that wish to boost their green credentials and reduce their environmental impact. |
Groundwork West MidlandsGroundwork Environmental Business Services provides practical support, advice and training to companies on environmental business issues, management systems, integrated pollution prevention & control, and environmental law! 0121 5305500 |
Guide to Electric CarsA link to very useful web pages produced by Exchange and Mart. |
IncognitoNatural insect repellent range of products, recognised by Vegan Society. 0207 792 8687 |
Information Solutions LimitedGreen IT Company. 01743 343411 |
Isla BikesMaker of bespoke bikes mainly for children. Known for recycling bike parts ( an example of 'Circular Economy)'. |
Just Credit Union Ltd.SAVING MONEY, GIVING LOANS Community Bank for Shropshire – check on the website 1A Castle Gates Shrewsbury, 01743.252325 |
Love ShrewsburyLocal web site 01743 343411 |
Marches Energy AgencyOffer energy and carbon saving advice to businesses. MEA aims to encourage three Ds : Demand reduction (using less), Decarbonisation (low carbon sources of energy) Decentralisation (more local energy production and supply) Inspiring, educating and offering practical help to individuals, private and public sector organisations, so they first understand climate change and wider energy challenges, and then become part of the solution.01743 246007 |
Materials Recycling WeekRecycling and waste management news , information & a directory of companies. |
Rural Development Plangrants available, also funds the' RE:Think Energy scheme' which helps renewable energy projects. http://rethinkenergy.co.uk/ |
Salop Computer Centrerecycle and sell refurbished laptops, tablets etc. 01743 233550 |
save-a-cupRecycles hard plastic cups |
Shropshire Council Business helpSeveral departments deal with matters relevant to businesses. Comprehensive information is available on commercial waste and recycling issues including schemes for dealing with particular materials. The Economic Development Team is able to provide advice on various aspects of business development. Grants are available for implementation of travel plans and to help businesses connected with tourism. |
Smart PensionAlthough primarily directed at the new pensions laws and enrolling employees in schemes, the web site has a guide to making a business green(er).
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the chair houseUpcycled chairs for home, & business. |
The Green Tourism Business SchemeNational but with local area division. Supports all types of businesses involved in tourism 01738632162 |
The National Industrial Symbiosis ProgrammeAims to put businesses wanting to throw something away in touch with some one who might want that waste to create savings for both. |
The Real Milk coRaw milk, and other dairy products, direct from the farmer....Free range cows.....Longnor nr. Shrewsbury Frodesley Lane 01743 627788 |
The Web OrchardProvides eco friendly and green websites. Lots of experience in the sector. The Pump House Coton Hill Shrewsbury 01743 343411 |
very-pcOne of the greenest makers of PC's, based in Sheffield |
WeeeCareA firm that collect and recycle electrical waste safely: |
