About this resource

Developed by the Bristol Green Capital Partnership, this resource offers a guide to measuring and managing carbon emissions for organisations in Bristol and beyond. This guide forms part of the Partnership’s Climate Action Programme, which aims to help organisations reduce their carbon emissions through a series of events, resources, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities.

Why we recommend this resource

Understanding how to reduce carbon emissions can be a difficult process to get your head around. This guide offers a step-by-step guide that walks you through tricky jargon and challenging concepts. Developed by Bristol Green Partnership, a network of over 1,000 member organisations that are committed to working towards an environmentally sustainable city where everyone can enjoy a high quality of life.

This guide draws upon the experiences and actions of its member organisations to break down the process of measuring and managing carbon emissions in layman’s terms. Working through several different stages from collecting data, calculating your business’ carbon footprint, to developing an action plan. This guide offers an excellent starting point for businesses looking to reach net zero by 2030.