The Aldersgate Group aims to raise awareness in the UK and Europe of the wide-ranging (economic and social) benefits of high environmental standards.

We seek to build political support for smarter environmental policymaking and implementation that is based on a thorough assessment of these wider economic benefits.

Our Aims

The Group brings together a broad range of players who all believe that:

  1. Our long-term economic success depends on a healthy environment and the sustainable use of natural resources.
  2. At the company level, good environmental performance translates to tangible economic benefits and is a major source of competitive advantage. 
  3. Better environmental regulation creates new business and employment opportunities in a fiercely competitive global marketplace.
  4. Policy appraisals must accurately assess environmental costs and benefits. 
  5. The better regulation agenda must not lose sight of the need to maximise outcomes in the drive to reduce unnecessary costs. 

For more information on the Group’s philosophy, access our report Green Foundations 2009: The path to a vibrant economy, competitive advantage and sustainable prosperity.