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Every Net Zero Week, we're reminded of the UK's ambition to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But for many organisations, the phrase "net zero" can feel daunting. It can also be difficult to look past the debate that often surrounds it. Whatever your view of the term itself, it's worth looking at the opportunities it presents for organisations. Taking steps to reduce your environmental impact isn't just about doing the right thing. It can also help reduce opera

The Green Goals Conference brought together leaders from across the sports and leisure sector to explore one of the biggest challenges facing our industry: how do we create a more environmentally sustainable future for sport and physical activity? As climate change impacts participation through extreme weather, rising costs and increasing pressure on facilities and infrastructure, organisations are being challenged to move beyond short-term actions and develop long-term susta

We're delighted to announce that the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Annual Conference and Awards 2026 will take place at Newcastle Civic Centre on Wednesday 25th November, marking the first time the national event has been hosted outside of Peterborough. As the Northern delivery partner for Investors in the Environment, Genee is proud to welcome organisations from across the UK to the North East to share ideas, celebrate success and explore practical solutions to some of

This article was written for Issue 124 of Northern Insight Magazine. Sustainability means different things to different people, and often, those motivations vary depending on where someone sits within an organisation. For leadership teams, sustainability may be closely linked to company values, long-term resilience and meeting growing stakeholder expectations. Marketing and communications teams may focus more on reputation, public perception and how sustainability strengthens

For many packaging businesses, compliance is the starting point - not the end goal. As regulatory expectations evolve and pressure from customers and supply chains increases, organisations are increasingly looking for ways to go beyond compliance and embed sustainability into the heart of their operations. That’s why Wastepack, a leading packaging compliance scheme with over 20 years of experience, has partnered with Genee and the Investors in the Environment scheme to streng

One of the most powerful drivers of environmental change in organisations isn’t strategy alone – it’s people. That’s why Investors in the Environment (iiE) is continually evolving its member benefits to help organisations engage staff in meaningful, practical sustainability action. One of the most exciting of these benefits is Stickerbook – a simple but highly effective digital engagement tool that is already proving its value across the iiE membership. What is Stickerbook?

This month we joined forces with fellow North East impact organisations, Positive About Inclusion and Venture Zero , for a free webinar exploring how wellbeing, inclusion and sustainability come together to create businesses with measurable, lasting impact. As ESG continues to rise up the agenda and stakeholders increasingly expect clear evidence of positive impact on people and communities, understanding how to embed these values in a meaningful way has never been more impo

We’re still buzzing in the Genee office after a fantastic day at the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Annual Awards in Peterborough last week. The event was a brilliant celebration of the organisations and individuals who are prioritising the sustainability agenda (often in challenging circumstances) and it reminded us just how important community, collaboration and shared ambition are in driving environmental change. As the Northern Hub for iiE, we’re incredibly proud of

Genee Consulting Ltd has been awarded the SHINE Advanced Award by the North East Combined Authority , recognising our ongoing commitment to sustainability, fairness, and values-led business across the region. Based in Gateshead, Genee Consulting Ltd is an environmental consultancy passionate about helping businesses make a positive impact – not only on the environment, but also within the communities they serve. As a B Corp ™ certified business, we are committed to maintain

This post was written for Issue 117 of Northern Insight Magazine . Environmental impact is becoming increasingly important for organisations looking to improve the efficiency of their business and reduce waste and costs. However, one aspect of environmental impact still remains relatively unclear to businesses, which is biodiversity. However, biodiversity is rapidly becoming a business imperative. From legislative shifts like Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to the growing power o

This post was written for Issue 116 of Northern Insight Magazine . In the North East, we’re no strangers to rainfall. But the myth of...

We welcome the UK Government’s new plan for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses - SMEs are the backbone of our economy, contributing over...

This post was written for Issue 114 of Northern Insight Magazine . Genee Consulting Ltd , North East based sustainability specialists who...

The Willow Review is an independent, government-backed review, commissioned to understand the sustainability landscape for UK SMEs and...

This post was written for Issue 113 of Northern Insight Magazine . Genee Consulting Ltd , North East based sustainability specialists who...

Genee Consulting Ltd, a B Corp certified Environmental Consultancy, is proud to announce its expansion into the North West of England....

This post was written for Issue 112 of Northern Insight Magazine . Genee Consulting Ltd , North East based sustainability specialists who...

In February we spoke with Durham Startups as part of our partnership with Business Durham on the Enteprising Durham initiative. This...

This post was written for Issue 110 of Northern Insight Magazine Starting from the 31st March 2025, organisations across England with 10...

Over the past couple of years, a large number of our clients here at Genee have come from the voluntary, community and social enterprise...