New pre-Copenhagen climate change film for UK SMEs extols the business benefits of going low carbon.

A new film aimed at encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises to seize the opportunities presented by addressing climate change has been launched today.

The ten minute film, entitled 'Low Carbon, High Potential', features interviews with 5 leading UK businesses, including SMEs who are already taking up the opportunities presented by the transition to a low carbon economy. They explain the steps that they have taken to reduce their climate impact, why they chose to do it, and the benefits they have received in doing so.

 

The film is the result of a collaboration between public, private and third sector organisations. These include The Prince's Mayday Network, The Carbon Trust, The Prince of Wales' Corporate Leaders' Group on Climate Change, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO).

Commenting on his involvement in the film, Adnams' managing director, Andy Wood, said; 'At Adnams, we have transformed ourselves into a low carbon business which brings huge benefits to our organisation, both in money savings, brand reputation and employee engagement. I was delighted to be in a film which encourages other businesses to do the same. Every business can make a difference.'

 

Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband said, 'Copenhagen is a real business opportunity for Britain. This video shows that going low carbon is not just something for big corporations, but that it is something that can open up new markets, create jobs and present cost saving opportunities to business of all shapes and sizes right here in the UK. That's why we'll be pushing for an ambitious outcome in Copenhagen – to help fast-track these opportunities for the benefit of UK business.'

 

The film will be distributed through a number of UK business networks and websites, including those of the film partners and key business organisations such as BusinessLink, the CBI, the Federation of Small Businesses and the UK Chambers of Commerce.

 

Actoncopenhagen.gov.uk has this week spoken with business leaders on why a Copenhagen deal matters to business.