Where to start with creating more sustainable bouquets? The obvious answer is with UK-grown flowers as they must have a lower carbon footprint and therefore result in a lower emission bouquet, right? Well, that’s not always possible when you need year-round flower availability. So, how do you make the most informed choices for a lower carbon bouquet? Key Research Findings There’s actually very little research into the carbon emissions of specific flower and foliage species, suggesting that...

As a small business owner, energy is likely to be one of your biggest costs, but it is now possible to generate some, if not all of your own electricity. While there are a number of ways to generate your own renewable energy, not all of them will be practical for your business, depending on the space you have available, your budget and your energy consumption. Ways to Generate Your Own Electricity 1. Solar Panels A popular and suitable option for small retail or business premises, solar...

As more businesses commit to reducing their carbon footprint, renewable energy has become a priority for many business owners. However, the rapid growth of the sustainability market has also given rise to greenwashing, where suppliers overstate or misrepresent the environmental benefits of their products and services. For business owners keen to move to a green energy supplier, this can make it difficult to identify genuine renewable suppliers. How to Verify a Supplier’s Green Claims Below...