Procurement and South Tyneside Council

Sustainability

Sustainable development involves:

  • Effective protection of the environment
  • Prudent use of natural resources
  • Social progress which recognises the needs of everyone
  • Maintenance of high and stable levels of economic growth and employment.

Not only are these Council priorities, but the Government is increasingly requiring local authorities to take sustainability into account in their procurement activities.  The Council will therefore be looking to build sustainability into its procurement practices and work with companies which can demonstrate progress in this field.

If your company would like further assistance there are a number of organisations and programmes which can help you.  Listed below are some of the organisations able to assist with improving your environmental performance.  This can also save you money through better resource management.

The following list is not exhaustive and inclusion on this list does not mean approval of these programmes by the Council.  If you are unable to find the advice you need or require any further assistance please contact us.

Envirowise

a Government-funded programme providing free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact.  If offers a helpline which provides assistance on all aspects of environment and energy management.

Contact: Environment and Energy Helpline on 0800 585794 or visit the envirowise website.

Carbon Trust

an independent company funded by Government which helps business and the public sector reduce carbon emissions.  It can provide independent information and impartial advice on energy saving and carbon management, promotes the Government's energy efficiency and Enhanced Capital Allowances Scheme and can assist with investment in low carbon technologies.

Contact: the Carbon Trust Customer Centre on 0800 0852005 or visit the Carbon Trust website.

 

NetRegs

NetRegs provides plain language guidance for businesses on environmental legislation and how to comply with it.  It is designed particularly for small businesses and contains both mandatory measures required by law and good practice.

Visit the NetRegs website.

Business Energy Efficiency Services

delivered through a partnership between TNEI and Groundwork South Tyneside, BEES provides assistance to small and medium sized enterprises – SMEs - (250 employees or less) in the north east to reduce resource bills.

Contact: TNEI Services Ltd on 0191 233 9300 or visit TNEI website

Sustainability Sells

helps SMEs in the north east to apply the principles of sustainability to their products and services, and aims to provide in depth technical support to develop innovative products and services and to provide a link between sustainable SMEs and potential customers.

Contact: Environmental Industries Federation on 0191 229 1824

Your utilities suppliers may also offer you advice and assistance.  Contact your utilities suppliers for further information.