Pictured (L>R): Keelin McCone, Head of Environment, BITC; Kieran Harding, Managing Director, BITC; Vicky Davies, Chair, BITC; and Minister Andrew Muir, Department Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs.

“Business in the Community (BITC) welcomes the progress of the carbon budget to the Assembly on Tuesday. We support the clarity it provides and are pleased to see this important step being taken.

“This moment highlights the critical role businesses has to play in driving climate action. Through initiatives like our Climate Action Pledge – a public commitment to reduce emissions by 30% or 50% by 2030 – we see NI companies leading the way on their climate journey.

“BITC remains committed to supporting and championing business leadership in creating a sustainable future.”

To find out how BITC can support your organisation to become more sustainable, visit www.bitcni.org.uk/environment.