SUSTAINABILITY GUIDEBOOK FOR SMEs
Helping Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Build Resilient, Future-Ready Businesses
Sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” — it is a business imperative. For SMEs, embedding Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices can unlock opportunities for growth, improve resilience, and ensure long-term success.
The Sustainability Guidebook for SMEs, developed by the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore, is designed as a practical starting point for business leaders who want to understand and apply ESG principles.
What’s inside the guidebook?
✅ ESG & Sustainability 101 – a simple breakdown of concepts and why they matter to SMEs
✅ Quick Wins & Checklists – low-cost, practical actions you can implement right away
✅ Getting Started Framework – guidance on materiality assessments, due diligence, and carbon footprinting
✅ Case Study – step-by-step carbon footprint calculations for an SME
✅ Useful Tools & References – grants, resources, and sector-specific guides to support your journey
Why this guide matters
SMEs make up 99% of businesses in Singapore and contribute 48% of GDP. As supply chains decarbonise and stakeholders demand more transparency, SMEs that take early action will gain a competitive edge — while those that delay risk losing opportunities, funding, and talent.
This guidebook has been developed with insights from BritCham’s Sustainability & Resilience and Start-up, Entrepreneur & Small Business Committees, alongside partners and industry experts.
👉 Download the guidebook now and start building a more sustainable, resilient future for your business.