Charities Buying Group and SSE Energy Solutions
A Partnership with Purpose
Charities Buying Group and SSE have joined forces to support charities of all sizes as they navigate the transition toward net zero. Together, we combine sector expertise, energy knowledge and practical tools that help charities reduce emissions, control costs and deliver their mission sustainably.
WHY THIS PARTNERSHIP MATTERS
Charities face a unique set of challenges:
rising operational costs
increasing expectations from funders and regulators
pressure to report on environmental impact
limited time, resource and technical expertise
The Charities Buying Group × SSE partnership exists to make net zero more achievable, more affordable and more relevant for the third sector.
WHAT EACH PARTNER BRINGS
Charities Buying Group
Deep understanding of the charity sector
Decades of experience supporting operational efficiency
Guidance tailored to organisational mission, governance and beneficiaries
National network of charities, funders and trustees
SSE
Specialist knowledge in energy systems, net zero strategy and decarbonisation
Tools for understanding energy use and identifying opportunities
Expertise in planning long-term low-carbon transitions
Scalable support for charities of all sizes and settings
WHY THIS PARTNERSHIP IS DIFFERENT
Unlike commercial net zero services, the Charities Buying Group × SSE partnership is:
tailored to the realities of the third sector
sensitive to funding cycles and safeguarding priorities
designed for long-term value rather than short-term sales
accessible without requiring specialist technical knowledge
Most importantly, it recognises that charities exist to serve people — and sustainability must support, not hinder, mission delivery.