Useful Links

Defra Climate Change
Defra (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) explains what climate change means for the UK and what the government is doing about it. Visit http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/climate/index.htm

DECC Carbon Offsetting
Although not a cure for carbon offsetting, the DECC offers a useful introduction to the whys and wherefores of carbon offsetting. Visit http://www.decc.gov.uk/en/content/cms/what_we_do/lc_uk/co2_offsetting/co2_offsetting.aspx

Carbon Trust
The Carbon Trust has everything you need to know about reducing carbon emissions, with a section to help small businesses. Visit http://www.carbontrust.co.uk/solutions/small-business.htm

Green Energy News
On-line since 1996, this newsletter offers news and comment on clean, efficient and renewable energy in relation to business issues and policies. Visit http://www.green-energy-news.com/index.html

Envirowise Sustainable Practices
A government programme aimed at helping businesses become more resource efficient with advice on a number of issues, such as managing unavoidable waste. Visit http://www.envirowise.gov.uk/

Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
US Department of Energy provides information and news on energy management and renewable energy programmes and resources. Visit http://www.eere.energy.gov/

Business Link Environment & Efficiency
Practical advice for businesses on a wide range of issues to help improve your environmental performance. Visit http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/layer?topicId=1079068363

Energy Technology List
Find out more about the equipment that qualifies for the government’s Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme. Visit http://www.eca.gov.uk/etl

Department of Energy & Climate Change
Provides news of the department’s work and major initiatives from the government and its ministers on combating climate change. Visit http://www.decc.gov.uk/

Energy Saving Trust
The EST website has a section aimed at businesses and the public sector that offers a range of resources to help organisations reduce their carbon emissions. Visit http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/business