According to the organisation, many such companies want to reduce their carbon footprint but find tax a disincentive.
For example, smaller business can struggle to cover the costs of recycling because of the extra expense of producer pre-treatment rules, which mean they have to treat waste before it is taken to landfill sites.
"Adopting a purely fire-fighting strategy when it comes to managing your environmental burden can leave companies feeling out of pocket," said the FPB’s environmental adviser Miranda Allan,
She added: "I would instead encourage firms of any size to try to reap the financial rewards available to those who take a more proactive stance."
In order to help companies comply with their environmental responsibilities in a manageable way, the FPB has teamed up with purchasing support website greenbuying.co.uk.
Through the initiative, the FSB – which campaigns for the fair treatment of private businesses – aims to make it easier for firms to find ‘green’ suppliers.
