Small Business
Small business is a big deal for climate action
While much of the focus is on big companies for climate action, small and family-owned businesses have a pivotal part to play. Read More
CDFIs can make big difference for small businesses investing in clean energy
The flexibility of community development financial institutions can create models for borrowers with tight cash flows. Read More
Diageo launches climate solutions fund for African smallholder farms
Startups aiming to deploy technologies that can enhance farmers’ resilience to water, climate and biodiversity impacts can apply for funding. Read More
Meet the ESG software startup prioritizing SMBs
New York-based Sustain.Life, which raised $16 million in May, offers a carbon accounting software platform focused on midmarket companies starting their emissions reductions journeys. Read More
Small fleets, meet used EVs
Spring Free EV, focused on helping small and midsize fleet owners, is a fintech company “designed to make electric vehicles more affordable." Read More
What SMEs can learn from Xero’s ‘positively deviant’ sustainability strategy
The midsized cloud accounting software company is putting a twist on familiar sustainability practices. Read More
Intuit creates marketplace to help SMBs take climate action
A growing number of small and midsize enterprises are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint, but many find their options for doing so overly complicated or expensive. Read More
Amazon aims to help SMBs keep returns out of landfills
Small businesses selling on Amazon are getting new options for managing unwanted merchandise. Read More
How solar minigrids could brighten economic prospects for unserved millions in Africa
The demand from grain mills, water pumping, health clinics, barbershops and countless other businesses is there. Read More
How GM, Mars and Timberland are cultivating smallholder farmers
Thriving agricultural communities are critical for the long-term for these companies. Plus, three tips for managing programs that combine the "head" with the "heart." Read More
