Businesses To Receive Expert Guidance To Reduce Environmental Impact

Published on: 18 Oct, 2026
Updated on: 22 Oct, 2026

Guildford Borough Council has launched a new “Go Green for Business” accreditation scheme to help small and medium-sized enterprises to improve their environmental performances.

The scheme is being run in partnership with sustainability specialists GreenMark.

The programme has been designed to support local businesses by providing expert guidance, practical tools and a structured framework to help reduce environmental impacts while driving business benefits.

Businesses that successfully complete the programme will achieve environmental accreditation, certified by GreenMark, demonstrating their commitment to improved sustainability.

The initiative aims to help businesses across the borough to:
• understand their environmental impacts
• take measurable steps to reduce them
• contribute towards creating a greener Guildford.

Cllr Angela Goodwin

Cllr Angela Goodwin, Lead Councillor for Environment and Sustainability, said: “We know that many businesses want to reduce their environmental impact but may be unsure where to start or how to progress. Through our partnership with GreenMark, the Go Green for Business scheme provides practical support, expert guidance and a recognised accreditation to help businesses take meaningful environmental action.

“By supporting businesses to become more sustainable, we’re creating a greener and more sustainable borough for all.”

Accredited businesses will benefit from ongoing access to GreenMark environmental advisers throughout their initial 12-month membership period.

Although the deadline for applications to the programme is Monday, November 30, the pilot scheme is limited to 15 businesses, so businesses should apply early to guarantee a place.

For further information and to apply visit: www.guildford.gov.uk/GoGreenForBusiness