Business Services

At Responsible Business, we provide comprehensive solutions designed to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) achieve their goals while contributing to a more sustainable future. Our tailored approach ensures that every client receives strategies and support suited to their unique needs and ambitions.

Certify as a ‘Responsible Business’

A single, prestigious level of certification—“Responsible Business”— that offers a clear and simple message for companies to communicate to stakeholders.

Open to founders, start-ups, and SMEs with up to 250 employees and under £50M annual revenue, across most industries.

The “Responsible Business” certification empowers founders, start-ups, and SMEs to adopt and demonstrate strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

The certification is designed to equip small businesses with a competitive advantage, preparing them for investment opportunities, market expansion, and long-term sustainability.

The certification is designed to be attainable for businesses at various stages of their journey, ensuring even small companies with limited resources can qualify.

Certification lasts 1 year and to retain the certification an annual audit is required.

Certification enables the certified business the use of the Responsible Business Logo as per the usage policy.

Benefits of being Certified

  1. Be Ready for Investment:

    • Gain the trust of Responsible Investors by showing a strong foundation, making your business more attractive for funding and future buyout opportunities.

  2. Stand Out with a Unique Selling Point:

    • Differentiate your business from competitors by demonstrating your commitment to sustainability and responsible practices, giving you a powerful edge in the market.

  3. Win More Work and Clients:

    • Showcase your certification as proof of your responsible business credentials, meeting the growing ESG expectations of clients, customers, and partners.

  4. Take Simple, Practical Steps:

    • Access an easy-to-follow framework that helps you embed ESG principles into your business without overwhelming you, making real progress achievable no matter your size or resources.

  5. Create Long-Term Value:

    • Build a stronger, more resilient business model that drives growth, enhances reputation, and delivers positive impacts for your stakeholders and the planet.

Get help along the way with one of our experienced consultants

Fixed Price Services

We understand that, as an SME, funds can be tight and growth can be daunting. That’s why we have transparent fixed price solutions where ever possible.

  • £80 flat fee.

    2 day turn around.

    Any ESG related company policy.

  • Flat Fees

    1 Hour Virtual Session £120

    1 day £560

    Empower your team with the knowledge and tools to champion sustainability. We deliver practical workshops and training tailored to your business needs.

    • Staff training on ESG fundamentals and implementation.

    • Workshops on sustainability reporting, governance, and compliance.

    • Leadership coaching to drive ESG transformation.

  • £450 per day

  • £450 per day

    Clear, credible reporting is key to demonstrating your ESG progress. We support businesses in meeting reporting standards and achieving compliance with relevant regulations.

    • Preparation of sustainability reports aligned with global frameworks.

    • Regulatory compliance guidance for local and international standards.

    • Transparent communication strategies for ESG achievements.

  • £450 per day

    Understand where you stand on your ESG journey and identify areas for improvement.

    • Comprehensive ESG assessments and gap analyses.

    • Benchmarking against industry standards and best practices.

    • Actionable insights to strengthen your sustainability approach.

Flexible Solutions

Sometimes it may be necessary to step in and support your progress a little more……

  • We help businesses design and implement bespoke ESG strategies that align with their values, objectives, and stakeholder expectations.

    • Development of long-term ESG roadmaps.

    • Integration of sustainability into business models and operations.

    • Tailored materiality assessments to focus on key priorities.

    • Creating workplace diversity and inclusion strategies.

    • Conducting DEI audits and setting measurable goals.

    • Training programs to foster inclusive company cultures.

  • Strong social strategies are essential for fostering trust and building lasting community relationships. We help businesses make a meaningful difference.

    • Developing and implementing social value initiatives.

    • Stakeholder and community engagement strategies.

    • Workforce wellbeing and diversity planning.

  • We work with businesses to identify their environmental impact, develop carbon reduction strategies, and transition toward greener practices.

    • Carbon footprint measurement and reduction planning.

    • Strategies to reduce waste, energy consumption, and resource use.

    • Support with net-zero and climate-resilient business planning.

Our Commitment to Ethical Partnerships

At Responsible Business, we are dedicated to promoting sustainability, integrity, and positive impact. As part of our values, we do not certify or work with businesses involved in industries or practices that conflict with our mission to foster a responsible and sustainable future.

This includes, but is not limited to, companies primarily engaged in:

  • Tobacco production or distribution

  • Arms manufacturing or the sale of weapons

  • Fossil fuel extraction or coal-powered energy production

  • Gambling or adult entertainment industries

We reserve the right to assess the nature of each applicant’s operations to ensure alignment with our principles. By doing so, we uphold the integrity of our certification and our commitment to meaningful, positive change.