In this fast-paced world where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have the power to make a profound impact.The greening of businesses is becoming a topic of interest for many, in direct response to the growing public demand for more environmentally conscious businesses.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play an essential part in the creation of goods and services, as they account for more than 95% of all enterprises, as well as roughly two-thirds of employment. The fact that almost 9 out of 10 SMEs are going green and switching to sustainable practices, shows the vast potential SMEs can get by greening their businesses.

With growing awareness among consumers for eco-friendly products, it is becoming highly important for businesses  to adopt and implement green strategies. It is not only the requirement of customers but also compliance to regulations and reduction in operating costs that drive the implementation of environment-friendly methods in business.

Through this module you'll be able to dive into what going green for your business means, the potential it unlocks and how you can bring your business.

By the end of the module,you'll be able to:

• Understand what greening your business entails
• Look at why going green is essential for your business and the challenges an SME can face when going green
• Evaluate on steps towards going green