Guide to SMEs
How to get started as a small business
At Salling Group, we want to work with all suppliers to reduce the climate footprint – including small or medium-sized companies (SMEs).
Here's how you can get started:
- Map your emissions (scope 1–2 and possibly, 3)
- Set science-based climate goals in line with the Paris Agreement – e.g. through SBTi's SME route
- Share your progress – either via CDP or by sending documentation to sustainability@sallinggroup.com
Use these resources
SBTi Getting Started Guide
SBTi SME Target Setting Guide
SBTi Target setting tool to assess your goals (download)
Helpful tools for your climate work
We know that resources can be limited, which is why we have put together a number of tools that can make it easier to get started with setting climate goals that are research science-based:
Danish suppliers
Calculation of climate accounts
Klimaklar (resource developed by the Confederation of Danish Industry) offers free digital learning and advice that makes it easy for companies to prepare, review and improve their climate accounts. Companies receive access to digital learning modules, online webinars and 1:1 sparring. The platform is available to all Danish companies, and all material is in Danish.
Valified helps SMEs create a structure and overview of ESG work through their ESG platform and offers a free version of their tool.
Mapping of science-based targets
SME Climate Hub offers free tools and guidance for SMEs who want to set science-aligned targets
Online courses
UN Global Compact offers free online courses on SBTi for Nordic companies.
Financial support
With the Danish Energy Agency (sparenergi.dk), you can seek advice and support for climate initiatives. You can also contact your regional business centre.
German suppliers
External consulting
DFGE (Institute for Energy, Ecology and Economy) has experience with CO₂ calculations and CDP reporting.
Online courses
CDP offers German Disclosure Workshops – see their website for dates and registration.
Polish suppliers
External consulting
ERM (Environmental Resources Management) helps companies set and operationalize climate targets.
Online courses
CDP offers local workshops – see their website for information.
Do you need help?
Contact us at sustainability@sallinggroup.com – we are happy to help you get started.