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A beginner’s guide to the 3 carbon emission scopes
28th February 2022
You’ve probably heard more and more people talking about the ‘3 scopes’ or ‘3 carbon scopes.’ If you’re wondering what on earth they are, or this is the first time you’re reading about th
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The Net Zero motivation. Why should you care?
21st February 2022
The UK became the first country to establish a legally binding commitment to achieve Net Zero (where the amount of carbon dioxide we add is no more than the amount taken away) by 2050, in
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20 easy wins to start your Net Zero journey
16th February 2022
As Anne-Marie Bonneau, a sustainable chef, once said: “We don’t need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly.”
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Collaboration comes good for Cotswold curtain makers
17th January 2022
Nestled between the edge of the Cotswolds and the River Severn might be the last place you expect to find a former Head Coach of American Football working.
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Have your say on Net Zero and get support for your business
1st December 2021
A little after 10pm on Sunday 13th November 2021, Glasgow’s much-anticipated COP26 climat 7 mins
New year, new green approach: top ten tips on sustainability
1st December 2021
This post was written by Andrew McKenzie. Andrew is a Business Guide at the Gloucestershire Growth Hub Network, supporting businesses with free direct business support.
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Gloucestershire's best businesses honoured at the inaugural SoGlos Business Awards
14th September 2021
Almost 300 business gathered together, many for the first time in almost two years, at Gloucestershire Airport to celebrate the 17 winners at the first SoGlos Business Awards event.
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Light at the end of the tunnel for Food & Drink
18th February 2021
The food and drink industry has been hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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How to grow your business in three steps
1st February 2021
This post was written by Hayley Parker, Company Director of OPS-BOX Group.
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How to strengthen your digital business presence when a global pandemic drives business online
1st February 2021
This post was written by Emma Jackson. With over 12 years' experience in Communications and Branding,
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