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The new Scheme will create a robust network providing organisations working with the Carbon Trust access to expertise across technical, non-technical, business and change management consultancy.
The Accreditation Scheme, effective from March 2007, comprises four Accreditation Categories representing groups of related Carbon Trust products; Carbon Opportunity Identification, Carbon Solution Development, Low Carbon Design Advice and Carbon Management. It will be managed on behalf of the Carbon Trust by Gemserv Ltd, which will undertake all accreditation of consultants for all future activity.
Tim Lancaster, Director of Operations commented: “The threat of climate change means the drive to reduce carbon emissions is now essential for all organisations. The Carbon Trust continually strives to improve the effectiveness and range of services we offer. By expanding our accreditation scheme we are looking to attract the breadth of top consulting talent necessary to help us give the best business advice. The range of services we offer and the diverse organisations we work with need to be supported by a consultant network equipped with expertise in the right areas. We are confident this initiative will help us move forward in the drive to a low carbon economy.”
Consultants interested in becoming a Carbon Trust accredited consulting partner and therefore eligible to carry out work on the Carbon Trust’s behalf should visit www.carbontrust.co.uk/consultants for details on how to apply.
The Carbon Trust is already working with thousands of businesses, offering practical help and advice on cutting carbon emissions. Last year alone the Carbon Trust helped organisations of all sizes identify some 4 million tonnes of carbon dioxide savings and identified annual savings of £390 million.
For more information on how the Carbon Trust can help businesses call the helpline on 0800 085 2005 or visit the Carbon Trust website: www.carbontrust.co.uk.
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