Smarter Society have worked with the London Borough of Barnet since 2020 supporting their business community. This programme supports the local authority to deliver its Plan for Barnet 2023-2026 and specifically raises awareness and increase pledges to BarNET ZERO.

Sectors:

Low Carbon, Business Support, Grant Administration

Net Zero

Helping to make measurable and long lasting impact

1050

Tonnes of carbon measured across participating businesses

15%

Average carbon savings identified per business

10

Qualified trainees are developed per year through our partnership with We Are Grow

Our Business Sustainability Programme delivers:

Face-to-face engagement with businesses

Sustainability audits with tailored action plan

Grant Scheme with a simple, well-structured interface

Launch event with details of grant

Hybrid events with sustainability specific guest speakers

Output and outcome reporting

Case studies

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Social Value Initiatives

We are Grow - Grow Cook Share Project

Our Work with We Are Grow

As part of our commitment to social value, we are supporting community initiatives that align with our sustainability goals. One such initiative is the Grow Cook Share (GCS) Project, which had another successful year in 2024.

With confirmed funding for 2025, We Are Grow is continuing to expand the programme, and we are supporting its next phase of development. A new project lead will soon be joining the team to explore ways for past participants to stay engaged.

Our ongoing partnership with We Are Grow reflects our commitment to supporting sustainable initiatives that go beyond business. By working together, we are ensuring that local businesses and communities continue to benefit from sustainability-focused programmes that create lasting change.

AGEUK laptop usage

Working with our digital inclusion partner Age UK supporting citizens over the age of 55 within Barnet. 

Laptops were provided to Age UK Barnet to support their IT sessions, helping older individuals learn to use computers. These sessions include improving communication with family and friends, accessing the convenience of online shopping, managing energy bills and benefits, and exploring digital entertainment like movies, books, and music, along with other computer support tailored to individual needs.

Maureen, a new client – 74, lives with her partner, wanted to apply for pension credit so she could still get the winter fuel  allowance.  She had a small old iPhone but was so happy that she could use a new laptop and complete this form herself with help from one of our volunteers in just 20 minutes.

Isabelle, pictured left – 72, lives alone, came to a Monday afternoon session and used one of the new laptops as she wanted to learn how to search on Google.  She was so grateful and happy when she left and said ‘you have made my day’.

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