However, the draft CCP sets out five ways the Scottish Government provide "cross-sectoral support for businesses":
Policy and strategic planning - by creating a stable policy environment and removing regulatory barriers;
Funding and financial support- examples given include the SME Loan Scheme for energy efficiency upgrades and the Green Jobs Fund;
Advice and expertise - highlighting the roles of Enterprise Agencies, Business Energy Scotland, Energy Savings Trust and Zero Waste Scotland;
Workforce development - for example, the Green Jobs Workforce Academy; and
Tools and resources - for example a Net Zero Accelerator Tool for businesses to develop net zero plans.iiDraft Climate Change Plan, Annexe 1- Supporting Content, pgs 8-9
The Committee heard that private sector finance is vital, with stakeholders proposing a range of mechanisms for leveraging funds, including blended finance modelsiiiWritten submissions - Glasgow City Council; Food and Drink Federation Scotland; The Highland Council, contracts for difference (CfDs)ivWritten submission - The Highland Council, and green bondsiiiWritten submissions - Food and Drink Federation Scotland; Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh; The Highland Council; Get Glasgow Moving; Glasgow City Council.