Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy
Net zero isn't just about operating cleaner and more ethically.
It's about making a greater difference to your people, your customers and the bottom line.
Discover how Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy could help you build a cleaner, more profitable business.
What is Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy (BNZBA)?
The Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy enables local businesses to realise the many benefits of carbon reduction. We help them understand their carbon footprint and find tailored, personalised routes to lower it.
Driven by Blackpool Council and with funded support from the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund, the specialist support helps Blackpool businesses on the journey to net zero, which in turn brings Blackpool closer to its carbon reduction ambitions.
Who is it for?
If you're a Blackpool-based business with your own premises, whatever you do, whatever your scale and whatever your turnover, the Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy is for you.
We're ready to help every Blackpool business across all sectors including manufacturing, construction, farming, retail, hospitality and more.
Talk to us if you want to capitalise on the benefits of decarbonising your business, such as:
- Cutting energy bills
- Boosting energy independence
- Winning new contracts with stronger green credentials
- Improving competitiveness and profitability
- Exploring new markets
- Attracting like-minded talent
- Staying compliant with regulations
- Reducing Blackpool’s carbon footprint and improving air quality
Who will be delivering the support?
Adler & Allan, trusted sustainability consultants with a proven track record across sectors, in partnership with the RKMS Group. Count on them for:
- Expert and impartial advice that has produced effective, actionable net-zero plans for SMEs, global brands and entire communities
- Clear insights into climate risks and opportunities
- Support to unlock the full benefits of net zero, minus the pitfalls
- Practical steps that make change manageable
John Keen leads the Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy.
John is a Chartered Quality Professional (CQP) and an IRCA qualified Lead Auditor in several disciplines, including environmental standards. He has worked with several organisations assisting them to achieve net zero and enhanced environmental sustainability, and governance through recognition to International Standards such as ISO14001 and PAS2060/ISO14068.
The team of experts bring over 30 years of experience in strategy, enterprise, and sustainability, with advisors specialising in energy audits and tailored carbon reduction plans. The Academy helps local businesses cut emissions, save costs, and grow sustainably.
FREE Sustainability Toolkit
Your essential guide to save cost and reduce carbon footprint
This toolkit is designed to help you take control of your energy use, cut costs, and drive real progress toward your sustainability goals. Whether you're just getting started or refining your strategy, you'll find practical insights, expert advice, and actionable steps to support your journey to Net Zero.
Benefits
- Decode energy bills and identify hidden costs that could be costing your business
- Discover proven energy efficiency measures that on average could reduce consumption by 15-30%
- Understand renewable energy options and how they can stabilise your long- term energy costs
- Master the art of energy procurement to secure better rates and contract terms
- Build a roadmap for reducing your carbon footprint while improving your bottom line
Is my business eligible for support?
If your business...
- Is Blackpool based
- Operates from business premises (i.e. not from home)
- ...then you should be eligible for support, regardless of which sector you operate in, and support is available to B2B or B2C businesses of any scale.
You can operate in any sector, and support is available to B2B or B2C businesses of any scale and turnover. The specific support offered may vary depending on your business as all support is tailored. You will be required to provide access to energy bills for the purposes of the energy audit.
Is this free?
All support from the Blackpool Net Zero Business Academy is free, including:
- Your energy audit
- Impartial advice
- Implementable suggestions
- The time and expertise of your net zero specialist
- Your personalised Decarbonisation Action Plan
As a result of your audit, you may be recommended carbon reduction measures for which grants, matched funding or green finance support are available from third parties. Blackpool Council does not provide this funding, but you are free to pursue third party options recommended to you at your own risk.
How does this work?
Chat
Audit
Implementable ideas
* Phone lines are open 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
