BITC Labs are peer to peer learning sessions to help your organisation solve some of the societal challenges around working greener and fairer. The Labs are fluid to ensure everyone gets the most value from it, the objective is to learn from each other and find solutions to accelerate responsible business.

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Q: How many BITC Labs are there available?

We are currently trialling two BITC Labs. Our Green Skills Lab pilot programme is designed to accelerate a green just transition to net zero. Our Circular Fitout Lab will foster collaboration to reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact in office and retail projects. Find out more about the Green Skills Lab and how you can take part

Q: What are costs associated with BITC Labs?

A cost is associated with participation in the Community of Practice, with both BITC Member and Non-Member rates available.

Q: What is required of my organisation to take part in a BITC Lab?

Attend five in-person all-day workshops and action learning sets for peer-to-peer support. Develop and implement a project for your business, that fits your priorities and ability to take action outside the workshops.

Q: How is BITC leading a just-transition?

Business in the Community believes engaging in nature stewardship and adopting a circular economy approach are critical elements of a fair and inclusive transition. You can download BITC's report, "The Right Climate For Business: Leading a Just Transition," to gain insights and recommendations on how to build a sustainable and resilient future that benefits both people and nature. The report focuses on achieving net-zero emissions.

Q: What are the six catalysts of responsible business?

Every business needs to increase its pace and scale of impact. BITC has identified six catalysts of responsible business to help you do this. Learn about the six catalysts and download the resources developed to support you in achieving the objectives.

Q: What is BITC's 2030 Climate Manifesto?

The manifesto sets out our vision for 2030 – a key milestone for a just transition. Targeting businesses and policymakers, it identifies priority actions for businesses across our Seven Steps for Climate Action and five key areas where policy support is critical. Find out more and download the Manifesto - Our Route to a Net Zero Climate Resilient Future

Q: What is a Joint Statement of Demand?

A Joint Statement of Demand (JSD) approach recognises that collective purchasing power can drive innovation and investment, accelerating a shift to a sustainable future—a future that BITC sees as a net zero, nature-positive economy where people and nature thrive. Business in the Community (BITC) is leading an exciting initiative as part of the Interreg North Sea Region ProCirc Project, creating Joint Statements of Demand (JSDs) for office furniture, electric vehicle chargers (ESVs) and professional clothing. A JSD is a shared set of asks that procurers commit to include in future tenders. Learn more about the JSDs BITC is co-ordinating, Circular Professional Clothing, Electric Vehicle Chargers and Office Furniture.

Q: What is a circular economy?

In a circular economy, products, services, and infrastructure are designed to maximise value and minimise waste. This reduces demand for precious primary resources, lowers carbon emissions, and regenerates our natural environment. There are direct business benefits too. These include better supply chain management, reducing business risk relating to environmental damage and, finding new commercial opportunities.

Q: What is The Responsible Business Tracker® and how can I take part?

The Responsible Business Tracker® is a measurement tool which enables an assessment of a company’s performance as a responsible business. It tracks progress against Business in the Community’s (BITC) Responsible Business Map built on the United Nation’s Global Goals (also known as the Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs). How to take part Paricipation is a benefit of Business in the Community (BITC) membership. Please chat with your relationship manager. Non-members can participate too. Please complete the short form on The Responsible Business Tracker® web page and a member of the team will be in touch.

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