Get started by registering your business by creating an account.
Once registered, begin the self-assessment with no obligation or cost. Payment is only required when you submit your application, with supporting evidence, for auditing and certification.
There is no time limit to complete your application – you can assemble and evidence your submission over time
and save it online until you are ready to submit.
The Green Accord assesses your company’s:
- Core environmental competencies and policy
- Waste practices
- Energy and Water use
- Transport and Equipment operations
- Procurement and Business practice
The self-assessment outlines sustainable actions, with guidance and clarification of evidence required to support every question.
There are resources embedded within the questions on a variety of topics from carbon reporting, new technologies, energy saving advice, to climate change staff awareness training. You can also view our Resources page.
The guidance provided is industry wide, from companies such as the Energy Saving Trust, SME Climate Hub, and the Carbon Trust.
Level of Accreditation
Three levels of accreditation supports SMEs and companies of all sizes to obtain recognition and a level of achievement, applicable to their company size.
Any sized business can apply for any level of accreditation.
| Level | Core Questions | Operational Questions |
|---|---|---|
 | Questions 1 & 2 | 5 or more questions from 9 to 24 |
 | Questions 1-6 | 6 or more questions from 9 to 24 |
 | Questions 1-8 | 11 or more questions from 9 to 24 |
The number of questions answered determines the level achieved.
Cost effective accreditation
The Green Accord is a low cost environmental accreditation with a fee based on company size (number of employees). The fee covers a robust audit of your assessment submission, and help, if needed, to complete your self assessment. It also includes a certificate and logo upon successful completion of your assessment, to promote your environmental excellence.
