Posts by Cheryl McCulloch

Over the last year, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, supported by Scottish Enterprise, has been working on creating a set of resources to support SMEs across Scotland with their own Net Zero journeys. These resources are designed by businesses, for business. Tapping into the knowledge and expertise from those who have been involved in Step Up…

Building on the momentum of the Step Up to Net Zero (SUTNZ) programme, we are thrilled to announce the launch of a new resources hub, funded through Scottish Enterprise – an initiative designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Scotland on their sustainability journeys. A Legacy of Positive Change Over the course of…

Step Up to Net Zero Returns for Another Phase of Climate Action in Glasgow!  Building on its success, Step Up to Net Zero (SUTNZ) is back with additional funding, ready to support a further 12 Glasgow businesses on their circular economy and sustainability journeys.   Funded by Glasgow City Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund…

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging policymakers across the UK to put British businesses at the heart of sustainability and waste reduction plans. Their Circular Economy report, includes the following key recommendations: The Government’s Circular Economy roadmap should be published as soon as possible, with a clear focus on innovation and design-led skills.…

This year, we launched our Circular Mixer series, created in collaboration with Harley Haddow and Material Source Studios. These monthly networking events provide businesses with a unique opportunity to engage in purpose-led conversations, exchange knowledge, and explore ways to embed circular practices into their workplace, all in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. Over the months,…

MAST Architects have over 40 years’ experience of working in the residential sector, delivering multiple award-winning projects. Our primary focus has always been to drive innovation and change, seeking to exceed the minimum standards, shaping the homes people live in with a focus on energy conscious design. We are excited to be launching MAST Energy,…

With the support of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, Glasgow Life and Zero Waste Scotland, Sophie Nardi-Bart and Rebecca Ricketts were fortunate to lead on the delivery of Grounds for Recycling, an innovative city-wide hospitality and tourism led campaign designed to help tackle the industry’s unavoidable food waste. The campaign ran in tandem with the cycling…

CIWM announced the winners of their Circular Innovators Fund this week, launched to help accelerate the growth of small and micro businesses leading the charge in circular innovation. Amongst the six winners was RMAS member, WEEE (Scotland) Limited, who were praised for their application focused on supporting the continued growth of their circular business, which…

We are delighted that Step Up to Net Zero has been shortlisted for Project of the Year at The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards 2024, hosted by Sustainability Magazine. Step Up to Net Zero supports Glasgow SMEs in their efforts to reach net zero by funding six-month work placements who will help organisations take action…

Our Step Up to Net Zero Project Manager, Rachael Martin, has been named as an Unsung Hero on the The ENDS Report Power List 2024! With a background in environmental consultancy, Rachael Martin is responsible for Glasgow Chamber of Commerce’s Step Up to Net Zero project (fully funded by Glasgow City Council and the UK…