If the world is going to be successful in tackling climate change, all parts of society need to play their part. Businesses have a role to play but more importantly, there can be direct benefits from taking action.
For many businesses, reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with all aspects of their operations is a key component of maintaining and enhancing competitiveness. Customers and suppliers - even potential new employees - are increasingly looking at businesses' "green" performance when evaluating business prospects, goods and services.
Given this, the challenge becomes not whether to act, but where to begin. Understanding, managing and lowering your business's carbon footprint may be a new concept for many firms. However, there are tools to help you get started.