Shell Springboard is now open for a third round of applications, for small businesses who have a product or service that reduces greenhouse gases. Tackling Climate Change is not just about cost and compliance; if you've got a great idea and a sound business plan, it could be a huge opportunity. The fund will make awards of between £20,000 and £40,000 in early 2008. You may be able to benefit from this, or know someone who could.

To be eligible: Your product or service must reduce greenhouse gases, be innovative and commercially viable. You must have been in business for at least three months, as a sole trader or a company employing fewer than 250 people.

Applications are made online and the deadline is 9th November 2007.

To speak to Shell directly, join them at one of their 10 UK City, Shell Springboard Surgeries.

Go to www.shellspringboard.org to find out more.