New campaign helps Mayo businesses go green

A new campaign has been launched by Local Enterprise Office Mayo to help small businesses become more sustainable and to show them the substantial benefits of going green.

The ‘Going Green, It’s All In A Day’s Work’ campaign will show how easy it is for a business to make small changes to deliver a significant impact. 

There are two specific supports available to small businesses in any sector that can set them on their green journey, the Green for Business audit and the Energy Efficiency Grant.

Businesses are encouraged to register themselves on the ‘All in a Day’s Work’ website, and their Local Enterprise Office will take it from there.

_{The official campaign flyer}

John Magee, Head of Enterprise at Mayo County Council, said it’s ‘never been easier’ for small businesses to go green.

“Then they will likely be in a position to apply for the Energy Efficiency Grant, and we bring them through the whole process. We have the expertise, the time and the supports to help them go green and become more sustainable, they just have to register, and we’ll take it from there. And the best thing about implementing these changes is that they will improve the business and help in saving time, money and energy, which is crucial for businesses at the moment,” he explained.

The free Green for Business Audit supplies a green consultant to assess the business and compile a comprehensive report for the business owner, which they can then work with their Local Enterprise Office to implement. The changes will often see the business reduce energy outputs and close production loopholes to help save time and money.

The expanded Energy Efficiency Grant, which was recently announced by Minister Peter Burke, enables businesses who have availed of the Green for Business audit to apply for up to €10,000 of funding to implement the outlined changes. This can all be carried out through the Local Enterprise Office. 

The Energy Efficiency Grant is also open to businesses who may already have completed Green Start with Enterprise Ireland or an Energy Audit with SEAI.

Small businesses are encouraged to reach out to their Local Enterprise Office to start the process, or fill out the form on the All in a Day's Work website.

For more information, see the Local Enterprise Office’s website.