Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) who employ less than 250 staff in Horsham District, are invited to take part in a new, thought provoking one-day carbon literacy training workshop as part of the Council’s ongoing Business Training Programme.
Taking place on Monday 16 March 2026, from 8:45am to 5pm, this accredited course is designed to help local businesses understand the causes and impacts of climate change, the role that SMEs and local authorities have in influencing action on climate change, and the wider benefits that can come from the transition to a low carbon economy. These include improved health, cleaner air, better access to green spaces and greater resilience to extreme weather.
Recognised by The Carbon Literacy Project and delivered and part-funded by Horsham District Council, certificates will be provided to course participants upon successful completion of the coursework.
The rollout of this training to SMEs builds on Horsham District Council’s own success in becoming an accredited carbon literate organisation in 2025, with nearly 100 Council officers having successfully completed carbon literacy training. The Council is also developing a programme to offer this training to parish and neighbourhood councils and local community leaders.
Cllr Jonathan Taylor, Horsham District Council Cabinet Member for Enterprise and Property, said:
“I am delighted we are offering this fantastic opportunity for business owners and employees of local SMEs to become certified as carbon literate.
“If you’re a small or medium-sized enterprise based in Horsham District, come along, wherever you are on your sustainability journey, to learn and connect with other businesses on this important topic
“This one-day course will help you understand why climate change is occurring, providing you with the valuable knowledge and skills required to take action against climate change, and build the resilience of your organisation.”
Pete Shaw of Velo Square, who completed the training as a Community Leader, commented:
“Horsham District Council’s carbon literacy course was a great opportunity to learn more about carbon impact and sustainability. It was also a fantastic opportunity to engage with other business and community leaders about making positive changes that support commercial and community resilience.”
Are you a small or medium-sized enterprise based in Horsham District and interested in building the resilience of your organisation? Sign up for the carbon literacy for SMEs course for just £20 here:
https://bookwhen.com/hdcenterprise/e/ev-sochg-20260316084500
Editor notes:
The Carbon Literacy Project offers everyone a day’s worth of Carbon Literacy® learning, covering – climate change, carbon footprints, how you can do your bit, and why it’s relevant to you and your audience. https://carbonliteracy.com/about-us/