NatWest and Green Economy partner to cut business energy costs and carbon emissions in Greater Manchester

NatWest has teamed up with Green Economy, a social enterprise, to help businesses in Greater Manchester lower their energy bills and shrink their carbon footprint. The partnership connects NatWest's Sustainability Solutions platform with Green Economy's fully funded support services, including energy and resource efficiency reviews, carbon reduction planning, and guidance on accessing grants and funding. This is a practical move to make sustainability more accessible for local businesses that may not have the capital or expertise to start on their own. For companies in the region, this means they can get a clear picture of where they are wasting energy and money, and then get help finding the financial routes to fix it. Jonathan Brewer from NatWest said the bank is committed to helping businesses grow sustainably. The collaboration is a concrete example of how financial institutions and local organizations can work together to deliver real emissions reductions at the business level, rather than just talking about net zero targets.