1pm Thursday 29th April 2021: With the environment becoming more important in a modern economy, this webinar will help you understand the difference you can make. Read More >
Update 10th July: Please note that based on applications currently being assessed, the Green Recovery Grant Pot is now fully committed. Submissions will continue to be supported at our usual rates. Read More >
Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia are pleased to announce that 40% grants are now available for electric vans and other commercial vehicles. Read More >
On Thursday 7th November, long-standing Carbon Charter member Neutral Territory will be hosting the next 'Inside Track' networking event at their exemplary premises at Claydon Court, near Ipswich.This will be an ideal opportunity to meet up with like-minded businesses and hear how adopting some of the clever environmental procedures on... Read More >
Community groups involved with their neighbourhood plans in Suffolk benefitted from the insight of community energy professionals on 24 January 2019 at an event organised by the Suffolk Climate Change Partnership at Red Lodge Millennium Centre. Read More >
Based at Great Yarmouth Port, Goodchild Marine Services Ltd specialise in producing dedicated workboats in the UK for many commercial operators. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project for the installation of LED lighting throughout the site and upgrading their boiler. Read More >
Hotel Katherine is a 10-bedroom hotel located in Lowestoft. The hotel has modern facilities whilst maintaining the character of its Victoria heritage. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project for the installation of double-glazed windows. Read More >
There's a lot in the news at the moment about Electric Vehicles and we've been talking about them a LOT! But where do you start if you're considering changing to electric? Well we've organised an event to tell you everything you need to know, and its FREE to attend. Read More >
BEE Anglia will be exhibiting at the B2B Exhibition in Norwich on Thursday, come and meet the team at stand 55B on Top of the Terrace, level 2. Here's all the details: Read More >
Businesses across Norfolk and Suffolk have a further three months to apply for grants for energy saving measures, thanks to a project involving the two County Councils. Applications for energy efficiency funding of up to £50,000 should be submitted by 31 March 2019.As a recipient of one of the 143... Read More >
Hopefully you have seen that BEE Anglia is able to offer grant funding to businesses within Suffolk & Norfolk that are upgrading their company vehicles. This is a complex area and we felt it would be helpful to provide a few key guidelines for you: Read More >
The growth of the sustainable economy was highlighted to 80 attendees at a business networking event hosted by Freckenham-based property developers Woolley on Thursday. Under the banner of Creating the Greenest County and sponsored by Business Energy Efficiency Anglia, the Garden Party celebrated the efforts of local businesses to protect... Read More >
Solar Together Suffolk is a group-buying scheme, which gives you the opportunity to buy high quality solar panels at a highly competitive price. Suffolk County Council has teamed up with iChoosr to organise this innovative scheme for homeowners as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to help deliver the... Read More >
Today we bring you a guest blog post from Anthony Havers, one of our BEE Anglia advisors, who discusses how more companies should be adopting electric vehicles and how they can get a grant to help with the cost. Read More >
With LED lights offering the potential to significantly reduce energy use and associated costs, we are here to support businesses in Suffolk & Norfolk to identify the potential savings in making the switch – as well as helping them to apply for grants towards the cost of purchasing and installing... Read More >
Hadleigh Business Centre lease office space to mostly startup businesses and are based in Ipswich. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project for LED lighting throughout their building. Read More >
As you may be aware, since 1 April 2018, landlords of non-domestic private rented properties (including public sector landlords) may not grant a tenancy to new or existing tenants if their property has an EPC rating of band F or G (shown on a valid Energy Performance Certificate for the property). Read More >
This month we meet Peter Frost, Environment Strategy Officer and Networks Manager at Suffolk County Council, the leading partner on the BEE Anglia Project. Read More >
Last week we were invited to attend the Norfolk & Norwich Eco Awards ceremony. It was an inspiring evening and great to see so many fantastic projects from across Norfolk. It was extra special for us as the winner and runner up in the business category have both received support... Read More >
Recent changes to European funding rules mean that businesses across Norfolk and Suffolk can now access grants of up to £50,000 for energy efficiency measures, provided by a partnership involving the two County Councils. Read More >
If you have a requirement to change refrigerants due to the F Gas regulation phase out then you may be able to receive a grant to reduce the cost implications of changing to more energy efficient alternatives. Read More >
The Brook Inn in Copdock & Washbrook is a community-owned free house bought predominantly by local shareholders in 2014. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project for cavity wall and roof insulation plus window and door double-glazing. Read More >
This month we meet Dannielle Roche who is one of our BEE Green Champions, working across Suffolk and Norfolk to visit businesses and spread the work about BEE Anglia. Read More >
To date the project has reviewed 513 organisations, identified cost savings of £3,250,000 (£6,335 per business), and carbon savings of 27,000t (52t per business). The savings identified are the equivalent of taking 17,700 new cars off the road a year. Read More >
Essential Care (Organics) Ltd are a family-run business based in Mildenhall, who are passionate about the power and efficacy of genuine natural skin care. They manufacture natural skin care and organic beauty products for sensitive skin under the brand Odylique. Read More >
This month we meet Christian Figg who is one of our BEE Green Champions, working across Suffolk and Norfolk to visit businesses and spread the work about BEE Anglia. Read More >
Plinth Medical, based in Eye, Suffolk, are a manufacturing firm with 40 years of continuous experience of providing medical patient furniture. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project to upgrade the lighting in their new premises to LED. Read More >
Kiezebrink UK are one of the largest suppliers of exotic animal food and raw meat diets in the UK. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project to increase their processing and freezer storage facility. Read More >
Roland Plastics are a Suffolk based manufacturing firm specialising in the supply of bespoke plastic injected mouldings and assemblies in a wide range of thermoplastic materials. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project to upgrade their lighting to LED in the workshop areas. Read More >
Little Beck Properties is a small family run commercial property letting agent in North Suffolk. Based near Beccles, they have small industrial units to let for workshop, manufacturing and storage use. They have recently been awarded grant funding from the Business Energy Efficiency (BEE) Anglia project for the purchase and... Read More >
Norfolk and Suffolk County Councils are collaborating with Groundwork and NWES to use EU funding to support businesses in the region. One such business is Barnwell Print, based in Aylsham, Norfolk. Read More >
Grants are available for up to 28% of the overall project cost, up to a maximum of £20,000, with a minimum of £1,000 (approximate total project cost of £3,500). Read More >
Recent changes to European funding rules mean that retail businesses across Norfolk and Suffolk can now access grants for energy efficiency measures. Read More >
To date the project has reviewed 320 organisations, identified cost savings of £2,096,351 (£6,551 per business), and carbon savings of 21,557t (67t per business). The savings identified are the equivalent of 6407 flights from London to Sydney. Read More >
So far BEE Anglia have awarded £72,309 in grant funding for various energy efficiency projects including radiant heating, vehicle tracking, wood burner and lighting. The scope for grant funding has been widened to enable ANY energy efficiency measure to be considered. Read More >
On Thursday 9th February, Harriet Wallace, Deputy Director, Air Quality and Industrial Emissions at Defra spent the day with us at the Groundwork Suffolk offices. Her visit was part of a National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) 'A Day in the Life' work shadow scheme. Read More >
Each month we will be getting to know the BEE Team members - first up is BEE Advisor David Barnard. David covers the Forest Heath and St Edmundsbury areas in Suffolk. Read More >
The BEE (Business Energy Efficiency) Anglia project was officially launched in Norfolk on Thursday 17 November with an event held at The Enterprise Centre at University of East Anglia in Norfolk. Read More >
We are recruiting a number of highly enthusiastic and personable Green Champions to join our team and support our Business Energy Efficiency Anglia project which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Read More >
The BEE (Business Energy Efficiency) Anglia project was officially launched in Suffolk on Friday 23 September with an event held at the Royal Hospital School in Holbrook. The project is funded by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund and is being delivered across the region through a... Read More >
Businesses in Suffolk and Norfolk can ‘BEE’ greener and save money for free, thanks to this latest project. European funding was approved just in the nick of time to help Norfolk and Suffolk businesses become greener and cut their energy costs. Read More >
Date:
Time: 03:00
Venue: The Old Rectory, Freckenham
Thursday 1st July 2021: It was a fond farewell to Freckenham as this year’s party took place for the last time in the beautiful surroundings of the Old Rectory.
Due to the current situation, what is usually a wonderful garden party held at their breathtakingly beautiful grounds at Freckenham has been transformed into a series fascinating webinars discussing all the aspects of our low carbon future aspirations.
Find out how a BEE Anglia grant could help your business, and find out how to get funding. As well as explaining how the process works, advisers will be available to answer any questions you might have about projects for your business.
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Time: 05:00
Venue: Wherstead Park, Ipswich IP9 2BJ
The Carbon Charter would like to invite you to a free celebration and networking event at Wherstead Park to introduce the exciting improvements we are implementing. We’ve been working really hard to develop the Charter network and services to meet the needs of our members and we can’t wait to...
After the fantastic success of last year's event, you are cordially invited to meet up with Carbon Charter members and other environmentally progressive businesses at the BEE Anglia 2019 flagship event, hosted by Woolley, Gold Charter holders, at what must be one of Suffolk's greenest - and most scenic -...
After such an amazing year for the carbon Charter please join us at the prestigious Felaw Maltings in Ipswich for a chance to look back on achievements in 2018, and forward to what 2019 will bring.
The King's Lynn Innovation Centre is a landmark venue for the third Green Business 'Inside Track' networking event of the year. Come along on Tuesday 17 July from 10am.
You are cordially invited to meet up with Carbon Charter members and other environmentally progressive businesses at an exclusive social event. The event is hosted by Woolley, Gold Charter holders, at what must be one of Suffolk's greenest - and most scenic - business sites.
BEE Anglia is excited to be exhibiting at this year’s Two Counties Business Exhibition.If you were ever going to take a day out of the office to focus on your marketing strategy, make some new contacts and start conversations that could result in new business opportunities, this event should definitely...
Date:
Time: 09:15
Venue: LIA Academy, Stafford Park 7, Telford, Shropshire TF3 3BQ
Workshop - Right Light, Right Place, Right TimeHow to save energy and costs by upgrading your business to LED lighting Upgrading lighting in non-domestic premises offers a huge energy and cost saving opportunity. It’s estimated that around 14 billion kWh could be saved nationwide through low-energy lighting – around the...
Date:
Time: 07:30
Venue: Ivy House Country Hotel, Oulton Broad, NR33 8HY
One of our BEE advisors, Anthony will be presenting at the first Lowestoft Breakfast Club of 2018. Book your place now to find out more about BEE Anglia and enjoy a delicious breakfast.
BEE Anglia will be exhibiting at the upcoming Small Business Expo. Come along and meet the team to find out how we can support your business to be more energy efficient with FREE support and grant funding. More details below:
Date:
Time: 11:00
Venue: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
The BEE Anglia team will be exhibiting at the Menta Trade Fair this year. Come along and find out how we can help your business be more energy efficient with FREE support and grant funding. More details below:
Date:
Time: 11:00
Venue: Department of International Trade's Export Hub, Unit 3, Malory Road, Beacon Park NR31 7DT
Senior Advisor Rex Kellett will be attending this event. Come along to meet Rex and find out how we can help your business to be more energy efficient with FREE support and grant funding. Further details below:
Date:
Time: 09:00
Venue: Ufford Park Hotel and Spa, Melton, Woodbridge IP12 1QW
BEE Anglia will be exhibiting and speaking at the Suffolk Coast Business Forum. Come and speak to Amy and Gabriella to find out more about how BEE Anglia could help your business.
New Anglia Growth Hub, together with Barclays are running a series of webinars to give you clear business support information to help your business expand and grow. In this session, you get 3 in 1 as we look at 3 business support programmes designed to help your business grow.
The Carbon Trust has launched a new fund providing capital for smaller businesses to replace old, power-guzzling equipment, together with expert advice to boost the efficiency and productivity of businesses across England, Scotland and Wales.
BEE Anglia Advisor Saleema Quraishi will be speaking at the Buy Local Norfolk Networking event in December. She will be informing delegates all about the BEE Anglia project and how it could help their business and their clients businesses.
BEE Anglia Delivery Manager June Davenport will be speaking at the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce Lunch in November. She will be informing delegates all about the BEE Anglia project and how it could help their business and their clients businesses.
Date:
Time: 02:00
Venue: The Enterprise Centre, University of East Anglia, Norwich
BEE Anglia has three core offers that have been designed to help businesses reduce carbon and save money. These create a package of independent advice, funding and recognition for their efforts.
Date:
Time: 11:00
Venue: Royal Hospital School, Holbrook, Ipswich
BEE Anglia has three core offers that have been designed to help businesses reduce carbon and save money. These create a package of independent advice, funding and recognition for their efforts.
