Bath Institute for Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC) is pleased to share a new report authored by Dr Sam Hampton ISCC Social Transformations Fellow, Lucia Burtnik, and Erica Russell: “SME Decarbonisation in the UK: Emerging Market Trends and Their Implications for Government.”
Funded by Research England and created in partnership with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), this timely research explores the evolving landscape of support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their transition to Net Zero.
Drawing on stakeholder interviews and market analysis, the report highlights:
The rapid growth of private and non-profit decarbonisation services
Persistent barriers faced by SMEs, including access to finance and trusted advice
Strategic roles for government in shaping and supporting the market
The report offers practical recommendations for policymakers, including targeted funding, sector-specific interventions, and improved data standards.