Winter solid fuel burning campaign
 If your business burns solid fuels in some capacity, whenever possible (such as for secondary heat or appearances for hospitality), please consider stopping or reducing this to help protect public health. Open fires and wood-burning grills, ovens and stoves, (even the most modern eco-designed ones), are a significant source of air pollution. The main concern are tiny particles called PM2.5 which can increase the risk of serious health conditions like stroke, asthma, lung cancer, heart disease and dementia when inhaled.
To help reduce harmful PM2.5 pollution, businesses are urged to avoid burning or minimise it to essential use only, and use gas as an alternative whenever possible. You can read more on our Air quality for businesses webpage.
Richmond upon Thames is a long-standing Smoke Control Area, and recent updates to legislation mean that small amounts of smoke, even from approved stoves or authorised fuels, can now lead to fines.
Find out more London Wood Burning project and Global Action Plan.
Who are your local heroes?
Our borough thrives thanks to outstanding local businesses that go the extra mile to support our community. The Community Heroes Awards are our chance to say thank you – and to make sure those efforts do not go unnoticed. Help us give our unsung heroes the recognition they deserve by nominating them today for the Richmond Community Heroes Awards!
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Post Christmas and New Year clean up? Borrow cleaning tools such as carpet and steam cleaners and pressure washers and say no to buying new this winter. Get 20% off your first rental and sign up your team to start earning free rental credit for your business network.
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Are you a business owner in Richmond town centre? Join the Richmond Community Toilet Scheme this year! Offering your facilities boosts footfall to your business, supports the community, and spreads goodwill. Help make Richmond more welcoming!
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The Making Business Greener Scheme partners with Green Mark to bring you expert consultation at your business’ premises to reduce your environmental footprint and the opportunity to achieve the internationally recognised Green Mark accreditation - ALL FOR FREE!
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Small businesses across the UK will benefit from new Government funding and support to help them invest in sustainability, to cut their operating costs and boost their business.
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Leverage Awareness Days to Boost Your Marketing Campaigns
What do British Pie Week, International Lego Day, and World Poetry Day have in common? Each offers a unique opportunity to plan your marketing campaigns in advance and engage your customers in creative ways.
Consider partnering with other local businesses to run joint campaigns and connect with the wider community. You might organise competitions - such as poetry recitals - or offer themed promotions (for example, Monday: chicken & mushroom pie; Tuesday: pork pie). These activities can help increase footfall and strengthen customer relationships.
Throughout the year, there are numerous awareness days, weeks, and months dedicated to cultural, social, historical, and health-related themes. We have compiled a brief list of notable observances and events to help your business and community plan ahead. Use these special days as inspiration to create memorable experiences for your customers.
Below is just a brief collection - we hope to have a year long listing soon on the Business Hub.
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