For most of my career, I stayed firmly in the NGO and government world. It felt like the obvious place to be if you cared about impact. Purpose was built […]
Can business actually make the world better? I believe it can. Read More »
March is a special month for the global B Corp community, and Optimising IT is delighted to mark the occasion with meaningful local action here in Gloucestershire. In partnership with
Celebrating B Corp Month with Action in Gloucestershire Read More »
The most important conversation I had with this leadership team was the one no one was excited to have. While preparing London-based advertising agency, Fold7, for B Corp certification, we
Courageous Conversations in the boardroom Read More »
The detailed (‘reserved matters’) planning application for the first phase of Golden Valley has been recognised for its biodiversity and environmental credentials. IDEA (The National Cyber Innovation Centre) is set to be
Golden Valley’s nature-led design wins support Read More »
A series of new recommendations published by University of Gloucestershire set out how councils across the county can support critical reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from the food and farming
Cheltenham Borough Council allocates support for businesses to reduce carbon, costs, and improve energy efficiency £36,655 of CheltenhamZero business grants have been awarded to 12 successful small to medium sized businesses, focusing
12 Businesses Awarded With CheltenhamZero Business Grant Read More »
About 4 years ago, Better Business, Better World was approached by Head of Innovation and Head of People from Stroud-based food innovation company, Green Gourmet. They were passionate about reducing
How Green Gourmet Turned Good Intentions Into Real Impact Read More »
A community football club has teamed up with students from the local secondary school to co-produce an app illustrating how sustainability and wellbeing has had a positive impact on users
HSL Students and Leckhampton Rovers Score Goal With New Sustainability Trail App Read More »
Researchers from University of Gloucestershire will play a key role in the new £12.3 million project to discover how regenerative and conservation agriculture (closely aligned systems that boost agricultural productivity
Leading shower-enclosure brand Lakes has achieved B Corporation (B Corp) certification, becoming the first bathroom sector manufacturer in the world to reach this milestone. The industry-first accreditation recognises Lakes’ unwavering
Lakes Celebrates World First B Corporation Certification Read More »
Most sustainability efforts fail because they’re treated like a box to tick… not a culture to build. If you want sustainability to stick, it has to belong to your people,
Embedding responsible culture for long-term change Read More »
About 4 years ago, I was approached by Head of Innovation and Head of People from Stroud-based food innovation company, Green Gourmet. They were passionate about reducing their environmental impact
How Green Gourmet turned good intentions into real impact Read More »
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire — 20 November Randall & Payne, one of Gloucestershire’s most established accountancy and business advisory firms, has proudly achieved Certified B Corporation (B Corp) status, officially joining a
Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI) researchers have drawn important lessons from a national collaborative river health monitoring programme that could help ensure the success of other citizen science initiatives. Examining
In 2025, the brands winning attention – loyalty and talent – have one thing in common: purpose. Customers choose brands that reflect their values Talent picks employers who take the
Being a Responsible Business Is No Longer Optional, It’s the New Competitive Advantage Read More »
In an inspiring initiative, students from 13 local schools will step into the shoes of international negotiators at a mock COP30 climate conference, scheduled for 13 November 2025, in Cheltenham.
Youth Lead Climate Discussions at Mock COP30 Conference in Cheltenham Read More »
It’s an exciting time for the town following the completion of the first 10 out of 70 high quality and affordable homes at the Regents Village development. The remaining 60
More New Affordable Homes for Cheltenham Residents at Regents Village Read More »
After water, coffee is the most popular drink worldwide with over 400 billion cups being consumed each year. It is enjoyed as part of a healthy, balanced diet and the
Sustainability Meets Style in the Form of Coffee Sacks Read More »
CheltenhamZero and Together Gloucestershire are thrilled to announce their first-ever collaborative event, aimed at bringing together businesses, leaders, and groups from across the borough to foster relationships and promote a
Cheltenham Business Summit for Net Zero Collaborations Read More »
Gloucestershire-based B Corp, When in Rome, is breaking barriers in supply chains to reduce environmental impact, and it’s inspiring to see. Over the past 2 years, I’ve loved supporting them
Creating Sustainable Supply Chains in the Wine Industry Read More »
A new report undertaken by the University’s Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI), has revealed the significant barriers facing rural households in the transition to low-carbon heating and electrification. ‘The Challenges
In just 4 years, Marvel FMCG, Cheltenham-based B Corp recruitment company specialising in the FMCG sector, nearly tripled turnover in their first full year of operating, and grew by 35%
Profit with Purpose Read More »
What does it take for a family-run business to not just survive, but lead the way in social and environmental responsibility? Simply Washrooms, who have a strong presence in Gloucestershire
Legacy Meets Leadership: A Family Business Leading the Way Read More »
22 to 28 September 2025 Now in its 22nd year, Recycle Week was the nation’s biggest annual celebration of recycling. During Recycle Week, Recycle Now and Cheltenham Borough Council proudly
Recycle Week: Cheltenham Joined the ‘2025 Rescue Me! Recycle’ Campaign Read More »
Cheltenham Borough Council have launched the CheltenhamZero Business fund totalling £36,655 – offering grants of up to £5,000 per Cheltenham business to support their carbon reduction journey and add a boost to
Cheltenham small and medium-sized enterprises can now kickstart their net zero carbon journey with supercharged grants up to £5k. Cheltenham Borough Council have launched the CheltenhamZero Business fund totalling £36,655 – offering
New Business Grant Fund Supports Local Carbon Reduction and Enables Cost Savings Read More »
Many of you have probably heard of Stroud Brewery, seeing as they won the C2S Awards sustainability category in 2024 and corporate social responsibility in 2025. I wanted to share
Cheltenham Borough Council is one of the highest scoring councils for climate action in Gloucestershire, according to Climate Emergency UK, who published their second edition of the Council Climate Action Scorecards on
