We’re pleased to share that LilMa Green® is now a member of the Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB) – a UK membership body championing responsible business for solo, micro and small firms. ORB describes itself as leading the responsible business movement for smaller businesses and highlights practical, values-led action for people, planet and profit. For…

We are really pleased to share that HowtoESG has independently reviewed Sprig™, LilMa Green’s free AI digital ESG consultant designed for UK and EU micro businesses and SMEs. Their write-up explores what Sprig™ is built for, who it helps, and how it differs from general AI tools. The review recognises something we care deeply about…

LilMa Green® is an independently managed, self-funded platform that supports micro businesses and SMEs with free ESG tools, templates and access to Sprig ESG AI. There is no sign-up and no catch. We know the ESG conversation still too often assumes every business has a sustainability lead, a reporting budget and time to work through…

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) new proposals for regulating ESG ratings providers mark a quiet but significant shift in how UK financial services, including payments and e-money institutions ( PIs & EMIs) will be assessed, compared, and trusted. While PIs & EMIs aren’t the primary target, the ripple effect will absolutely reach this market. What’s…

LilMa Green® today confirms the voluntary closure of its company entity as part of a strategic realignment. Importantly, this change affects the corporate structure only. The LilMa Green® platform, brand, and mission continue unchanged – and will continue to operate as a free, independent sustainability hub for UK micro-firms through its new home, GreenMicro®. Effective…

LilMa Green is now part of GreenMicro. Visitors to lilmagreen.co.uk are automatically redirected to greenmicro.co.uk, where all content is freely available as a non-commercial public resource for UK micro-firms (0–9 employees). GreenMicro is a fully free and non-commercial platform created to remove time, cost and complexity barriers to sustainable practice for small businesses. The site…

ESG for Micro Businesses: Why It Matters, Where to Begin, and a New Way Forward with GreenMicro® Across the UK, even the smallest firms are under growing pressure to prove they’re acting responsibly. From supplier demands to customer expectations, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices are no longer optional – they’re a business essential. But…

Micro Firms – Certifications vs. Culture ; The Real Path to Sustainability For micro firms, sustainability isn’t about badges or certificates, it’s about the everyday choices made behind the scenes. While certifications like B Corp set admirable benchmarks, they often overlook the quiet, consistent efforts of small businesses that form the bedrock of local economies.…

Delighted to announce that LilMa Green has become a Member of the Carbon Accounting Alliance (CAA). We are a coalition of 700+ organisations who collectively represent 100,000+ company carbon footprints. We have come together to collaborate on solving challenges faced by our industry, to share best practice and promote the development of robust standards and regulation. To learn more and…

Introduction The Willow Review, published this month (June 2025), marks a pivotal moment for UK SMEs, particularly micro and small businesses – on the path to sustainability. Backed by the UK Government, Barclays, and Small Business Britain, the review dismantles the myth that sustainability is a regulatory burden. Instead, it presents a clear financial case for going green, demonstrating real-world cost savings, customer gains,…