About the Climate Action Programme
The Climate Action Programme is part of Business in the Community’s Business Action on Climate campaign to reach and support SME businesses (fewer than 250 employees) who will, via the programme:
- make a commitment to address the climate emergency
- reduce their scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions
- sign the Climate Action Pledge
Furthermore, the programme will help participating businesses to build capacity, assist with net-zero planning, and increase levels of reporting and capacity building to enable delivery of immediate and long-term climate action.
Business in the Community NI’s partnership with Danske Bank
The Climate Action Programme is based on a pilot programme developed in partnership with Danske Bank that helps businesses transition towards more sustainable business strategies.
Danske Bank is the leading bank in Northern Ireland and a growing bank in Great Britain, helping people and businesses thrive for over 200 years. The bank is part of the Danske Bank Group, which is one of the largest financial enterprises in Scandinavia.
Danske Bank is committed to helping customers transition to a low-carbon economy. As part of its sustainability efforts, Danske Bank will part-fund a limited number of places for Northern Ireland Danske Bank business customers to join this highly regarded programme.
Read more about other businesses Danske Bank has supported through the Climate Action Programme.
The climate action journey
With thanks to support from Danske Bank, organisations can embark on a eight-week programme to kick-start their climate-transition journey.
Whether you’re just beginning or already taking steps towards net zero, this programme will provide the tools, guidance, and support you need to:
- Measure your current carbon footprint
- Set science-based emissions targets
- Develop an actionable climate strategy
- Engage your team and stakeholders
- Future-proof your business against climate risks
With a blend of workshops, peer learning, and one-to-one support, participants will leave the programme with a clear roadmap for meaningful climate action.
Register your interest
Spaces on the programme are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Business in the Community will be accepting SME businesses (fewer than 250 employees) onto the Programme on a rolling basis throughout 2025.
Danske Bank is part-funding the programme to the value of £500 per organisation. Non-BITC members will be charged £500 + VAT, while BITC members can avail of a membership discount. The final cost for members will be confirmed upon receipt of the expression of interest.
For more information, please get in touch with our team at environment@bitcni.org.uk.