The Small99 Podcast

With short, punchy 10 minute episodes, up your knowledge of Net Zero and what it really means for you – all in the time it takes to do the washing up!

AI uses a lot of energy. Recently, there have been many headlines about companies’ energy usage soaring as they increase their power usage to run AI. Google and Microsoft both recently announced they are now off target for their Net Zero plans and will have to work hard to get back on track. Adam and...
This week, we’re joined by Tom from Sprigg, Glasgow salad bars that is challenging the way the takeaway food business operates. Tom tells us about the challenges of operating a business that relies on fresh produce as the climate changes and pushes prices up and down. He explains how he boldly decided to introduce a...
We’re joined by Tim from the Secret Capsite, who decided to think long-term when it came to improving the campsite. Tim explained that wildlife and biodiversity are at the centre of everything they do on the campsite, so when moving the washhouse, the normal concrete solution wouldn’t cut it. Working with a local architect, Tim...
In this episode, Adam and Simon ask, “Is Net Zero possible for a small business? Following the recent ‘roll-back’ of the Scottish government on the Net Zero commitments and lots of other big businesses and government seeming to scale back, is Net Zero even possible?
In this episode, Adm and Simon discuss how the emissions in your supply chain are linked to your own emissions and why this matters. They also explain how being part of a big business supply chain will start to impact your small business’s need for a carbon reduction plan.
In this episode, Adm and Simon discuss how a recent Guardian headline could be doing more harm than good. They discuss how it might be encouraging, or even justifying, a lot of people to stop taking Net Zero action. What are the consequences of this, and should they have been more responsible? Old Article –...
In this episode, Adam and Simon ask how much impact transportation has on a small business. They also discuss how some forms of transport might be higher in emissions than you might think at first.
In this episode, Adam and Simon ask why is energy a main focus of Net Zero? What does energy mean in the context of small business? How can you start to measure and reduce your energy usage?
Adam + Simon Bullshit Busters are back! We’re rebooting the podcast to bring you sustainability-focused bullshit-busting. In this episode, we ask why should my small business care about NetZero? They explore some of the benefits to your business that go far deeper than just Net Zero and how the whole process will make your business...
In this episode I sit down with Lewis, a keen advocate for action who has done fantastic work with engaging their supply chain. We discuss the successes and struggles on his Carbon Reduction Journey so far.

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