Green for Business

What is it?

Green for Business is a free programme that helps small businesses take the first step towards becoming more sustainable, giving you access to a green consultant who’ll show you the small changes that can have a big impact on your company - and the world around you.  

As a business owner, you’ll understand the growing importance of sustainability, both in business and in the world around us. What you may not understand are the significant benefits that it can have for your company, on everything from efficiencies to cost savings. To find our more then click here 

Am I eligible to apply?

• The programme is open to all enterprises with 1-50 employees except those involved in activities that the Local Enterprise Offices consider as ineligible for example primary agricultural businesses - farms or as involving an unacceptable reputational risk: gambling including ‘gaming’ (as defined in the Gaming and Lotteries Act 1956), adult entertainment, tobacco products and cannabis-based products which are not authorised as medicines)
• The enterprise must be established, registered and operate within the geographic location of the Local Enterprise Office
• The enterprise must operate in the commercial sphere
• Turnover is in excess of €30,000 annually.
• The business is trading in excess of 6 months.
• Companies forming part of a holding group, franchise, linked companies etc. are only permitted to make one application. Multiple applications will not be considered.

How do I apply?

Apply for two days of mentoring with a specialist Green Consultant – this will include recommendations on specific changes which your business can implement. Your specific needs will be matched to the Green Consultant’s area of expertise. Your Consultant will prepare a detailed Green for Business Report on your business.  

Further information

To find our more then visit the Laois Local Enterprise Green for Business page