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Funded programmes and free resources for your net zero transition
Essex is on a mission to reach net zero by 2050. We need businesses to come on the journey with us.
By embracing greener practices, your business could:
Green Entrepreneurs is a fully funded nine-week programme for:
Successful applicants will take part in online workshops and receive invitations to exciting networking events.
They will also meet and learn from industry experts about topics such as business planning, finance and marketing.
At the end of the programme, each entrepreneur will have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of business judges. The winner will receive £5,000 in seed funding. Two runners-up will receive £2,500 each.
The programme is running continuously from July 2024 until Spring 2025. You can apply for any of three sprints throughout this period.
This programme is delivered by Art Clubbers CIC. Visit their website to:
Great Start helps businesses across all sectors to transition towards net zero.
The programme consists of free information videos. These are presented in bite-sized modules that you can dip in and out of.
After completing each module, you will receive a digital badge. This demonstrates your commitment towards net zero.
Digital badges can be displayed on your website or social media channels.
Check out the full Great Start playlist or watch select modules on YouTube: