gosport business forum - sbp - july 2010
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What we do…
• “To encourage and support all businesses to adopt sustainable business practices”
It’s not just about being ‘green’
• “A sustainable business is a successful and profitable business. It is one that continuously improves its productivity by taking action on the economic, social and environmental aspects of its business” (SEEDA, 2006)
[email protected] www.the-sbp.co.uk
01962 845591
Publicly Funded
all our services are free to businesses
• Sustainable Business Networks – around 1500 businesses across region• Comprehensive website• E-mag - monthly• Training, events – quarterly meetings• Case studies• Advice, general enquiries• Sustainable Business Awards
Our Partners
Portsmouth Sustainable Business Network
Quarterly half-day meetings on various themes
• Legislation updates• Experts speakers (inside and outside partnership)• Workshop session or tour with informal discussions
and questions• Networking opportunities
Case Studies
Website
Training and Events• UTILISE– appropriate for smaller businesses• Specialist events – legislation, water• Listings of partner events and courses• Discounted Environmental auditor training
Plus…
• Sustainable Business Awards
- 5 local finalists this year – CODESTORM– HAMPSHIRE COSMETICS– EADS ASTRIUM– WYETH PHARMACEUTICALS– LYSSES HOUSE
We want to see more!
Next Portsmouth Meeting
Thursday 19th August 8.30 am – 11.00 am
“Sustainable Procurement”
Thank you
Any Questions?www.the-sbp.co.uk