How can banks support SMEs in the journey to net-zero?

Small businesses

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16.5.2022

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Jonathan Ward

Small businesses

Research

Behaviour change

How can banks support SMEs in the journey to net-zero?

16.5.2022

1

mins

By

Jonathan Ward

The UK has set a target to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 and reduce emissions by around 40% by 2030. To meet these targets, we need everyone to take climate action, and we need to work together—individuals, governments and businesses of all sizes.

Until recently, the pressure has been on the biggest polluters to take action. But it’s essential to broaden attention to the role that all businesses can and must play in the UK’s journey to net-zero.

In this report, Jonathan Ward, Cogo Climate Impact Expert, explores the role of SMEs in achieving net-zero, the challenges they are facing and how banks can support SMEs in the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Download report: How can banks support SMEs in the journey to net-zero?

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