UKSPF: Luton Sustainability Business Support Programme

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The Luton Sustainability Business Support Programme, delivered by the University of Bedfordshire, is a new comprehensive project which marks a strategic investment in local businesses operating within Luton and is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)

The programme offers support for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) to reduce their carbon footprint and foster sustainable growth, whilst also supporting the Council’s aim to be carbon neutral by 2040.

UKSPF is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.

From fully-funded participation in short courses to personalised 1-2-1 consultancy sessions, businesses will receive tailored support from industry experts to address the challenges to be more sustainable and help create a greener economy.

Who is the support for?

  • Established businesses of any size - registered in the Luton area
  • Businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint and implement sustainable practices

What you can expect?

Fully-funded 12 hours of support from our academic experts to help your business innovate and reduce net impact on the environment including:

  • 1-2-1 consultancy
  • Development of effective travel plans to reduce your impact on the environment
  • Access to expert-led workshops to develop your green marketing strategies & implement lean thinking methodologies

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Your next steps?

Ready to get started? If you are interested in taking part in this programme, please fill in form below.

Alternatively, if you are looking for something else, or have any questions about the UKSPF initiative - please get in touch with us via a short form and one of our Business Advisers will be able to help.


Luton UKSPF Enquiry Form

About you














About the company




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What help do you need? (Please provide as much information as you can, including the name and date of the workshops you prefer to attend, if applicable)*

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Where did you hear about us?

The information submitted on this form will be used by the University of Bedfordshire and our partners at Luton Council. We need to assess whether your business meets the eligibility criteria under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The University of Bedfordshire will be the data controller in respect of all personal information submitted via this form.


The University and the Luton Council would also like to update you on other relevant business support opportunities, including grants and events. By submitting this form you agree to this communication.


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