Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Sustainability Business Loans: Fast UK Funding Connections
Summary: Fast Business Loans helps UK companies access sustainability-focused finance by matching them with lenders and brokers who specialise in green projects. We do not lend or give financial advice — we introduce you to providers based on your needs. Our free eligibility check takes less than two minutes and does not perform a hard credit search. If your business needs funding of £10,000 or more for energy efficiency, renewables, EV fleets or circular-economy investments, start with a quick enquiry to receive matched quotes.
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Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Why sustainability finance matters now
Rising energy costs, tighter ESG expectations from customers and investors, and UK net-zero commitments are pushing many businesses to invest in greener operations. For many SMEs, the capital needed for solar, heat pumps, EV chargers or equipment upgrades is a barrier — but the payoff can be faster savings and improved competitiveness.
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Typical motivations for sustainability projects:
- Reduce ongoing energy and operational costs
- Meet procurement or tenant sustainability standards
- Access government grants or tax allowances (where available) combined with commercial finance
- Upgrade fleets to lower-emission vehicles to comply with clean-air zones
What are sustainability business loans?
Sustainability business loans are finance products tailored for projects that lower carbon or improve environmental performance. They can come as standard business loans, asset finance, green-specific lending, or structured arrangements such as energy-as-a-service and power purchase agreements (PPAs).
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Key differences vs conventional loans:
- Lenders may consider projected energy savings or revenue from generated power as part of the case.
- Flexible structures: asset-backed, unsecured for creditworthy firms, or bespoke terms for large installations.
- Some products include incentives or lower rates where lenders target green portfolios.
Note: Fast Business Loans introduces you to lenders and brokers — we do not provide loans or regulated financial advice.
Eligible projects & use cases
Energy efficiency upgrades
LED retrofits, insulation, HVAC improvements, and smart control systems. Typical funding ranges: £10k–£500k depending on scale.
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Renewable energy installations
Solar PV, battery storage and small wind or biogas projects. Lenders may factor projected generation and export revenues into affordability assessments.
Low‑carbon transport & fleet
EVs, charging infrastructure and telematics to reduce fuel use. Finance can be structured as hire purchase, leasing or fleet loans.
Sustainable supply chain & circular economy investments
Equipment or process changes that reduce waste, enable reuse or open secondary revenue streams — often funded via asset finance or specialised lenders.
For a deeper guide on green finance options we commonly introduce, see our pillar resource on sustainability business loans.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
How Fast Business Loans supports UK SMEs
We act as a matchmaker: our goal is to connect your business to the lenders and brokers most likely to provide the right finance for your sustainability project.
- Quick enquiry: You tell us the basics — business sector, funding amount (from £10,000+), project type and contact details. It takes under two minutes.
- Targeted matching: We match you with vetted lenders/brokers who specialise in your sector or project.
- Rapid response: Providers typically contact you by phone or email to discuss options and request any supporting documents.
- Compare and decide: You receive offers, compare terms and choose the best fit. There is no obligation to proceed.
We may receive a commission from partners if you proceed — you remain free to accept or decline any offer.
Types of sustainability finance we can introduce
Unsecured sustainability loans
Quick to arrange for well-established businesses with good accounts. Loan sizes typically from £10k upwards. Rates and terms depend on lender risk appetite.
Secured green loans & asset finance
Used for high-value equipment or large installations. Secured options can extend terms and reduce monthly costs.
Invoice finance for green projects
If your project generates invoices (for example, installation contracts), invoice finance can unlock working capital while projects progress.
Energy-as-a-Service and PPAs
For solar and battery projects, providers may offer installation and operation with payments tied to energy saved or supplied — a route that can require little upfront capital.
Rates, term lengths and structures vary by provider and must be confirmed during lender assessment.
Eligibility snapshot & required information
Fast Business Loans collects basic information at enquiry stage only — no hard credit check. Typical lender criteria include:
- Minimum funding requirement: £10,000
- Company type: limited companies and incorporated businesses
- Trading history: many lenders prefer at least 12 months trading, though some specialist providers will consider shorter histories
- Turnover and profitability: varies by lender and product
- Documents commonly requested later: management accounts, recent bank statements, project quotes and business plan or cashflow forecast
When you complete our enquiry you can indicate how soon you need funding and upload project details if you have them — it helps us make faster, more accurate matches.
Preparing a strong sustainability funding case
Successful applications typically include:
Define carbon or cost savings
Quantify expected energy savings, carbon reductions or revenue from generated energy. Lenders like evidence-based projections.
Project cashflow & ROI evidence
Provide quotes from installers, expected timelines and a simple payback calculation showing how savings cover repayments.
Team capability & partnerships
Demonstrate your team’s experience or provide references for contractors/technology suppliers involved.
Fast Business Loans will match you with brokers who can help refine the funding case if you need assistance.
Funding journey timeline
A typical timeline (subject to lender and project complexity):
- Week 0: Submit enquiry via our short form.
- Week 1: Lenders/brokers contact you to request documents and clarify the project.
- Week 2–4: Offers received and compared (times vary for large projects or those requiring technical surveys).
- Week 4–8+: Completion and funds release — or staged drawdowns aligned to project milestones.
Smaller asset finance deals can complete faster; larger installations may take longer due to technical due diligence.
Why choose Fast Business Loans for sustainable finance
- Speed: short enquiry to match in minutes.
- Sector expertise: we connect you to lenders familiar with renewables, EV fleets and efficiency projects.
- No up-front cost: our service is free to use and there is no obligation to proceed.
- Confidential & low impact: enquiries do not trigger hard credit searches.
Responsible communication & compliance notes
Fast Business Loans is an introducer — we do not provide loans or regulated financial advice. Any offer you receive will be from a lender or broker who assesses your business independently. All outcomes are subject to lender criteria; we cannot guarantee approval.
We handle your data securely and only share it with selected partners that can assist with your funding request. You may receive further terms and disclosures from matched providers.
Get started – quick eligibility check
Complete our short enquiry to receive matched quotes from lenders and brokers who specialise in sustainability projects. It’s free, takes less than two minutes, and will not affect your credit score.
Frequently asked questions
Who provides sustainability finance after I enquire?
We introduce you to vetted UK lenders and brokers who specialise in sustainability projects. These providers will give quotes directly — Fast Business Loans is a matchmaker, not a lender.
What loan amounts are available for green projects?
Our partners can often provide funding from around £10,000 up to several million, depending on project scale and provider. Your matched lenders will confirm exact ranges.
Will my credit score be impacted by submitting an enquiry?
No. Submitting Fast Business Loans’ enquiry does not trigger a hard credit check. Lenders may perform credit checks only if you choose to proceed with an application.
How quickly can sustainability finance be arranged?
Smaller asset or unsecured loans can be arranged within days to weeks. Larger projects typically take longer due to surveys, quotes and technical due diligence.
What should I have ready before enquiring?
Basic business details, project description, funding amount required (from £10k+), recent management accounts and any installer or supplier quotes — these speed up the matching process.
Ready to explore sustainable business finance?
Fast Business Loans will match your business with lenders and brokers who understand sustainability projects. There’s no cost and no obligation — just a quick, simple way to get quotes and compare options.
We may receive commission from partners if you proceed; you are under no obligation to accept any offer. All finance offers are subject to lender assessment and terms.
– What are sustainability business loans?
Sustainability business loans are finance solutions that fund energy-efficiency upgrades, renewable installations, EV fleets and circular-economy investments to reduce carbon and operating costs.
– How does Fast Business Loans help with green finance?
Fast Business Loans is an introducer that matches UK companies with vetted lenders and brokers offering sustainability-focused finance, not a lender or adviser.
– Will submitting an enquiry affect my credit score?
No—our free eligibility check does not trigger a hard credit search, and lenders only run checks if you choose to proceed.
– What loan amounts are available for sustainability projects?
Matched providers typically offer from £10,000 up to several million, depending on your project and eligibility.
– Which projects qualify for sustainability finance?
Common eligible uses include LED and HVAC upgrades, insulation, solar PV and battery storage, EVs and chargers, and waste‑reduction or reuse equipment.
– What types of finance can you connect me with?
We can introduce unsecured and secured loans, asset and equipment finance, invoice finance, and energy-as-a-service or PPA arrangements.
– How quickly can I get funding for a green project?
Smaller unsecured or asset deals can complete in days to weeks, while larger installations may take 4–8+ weeks due to technical due diligence.
– Who is eligible for sustainability business loans in the UK?
Most lenders prefer incorporated businesses seeking £10k+ with 12+ months’ trading, though some specialists consider younger firms.
– What information and documents will I need?
Start with basic business details and project outline; lenders may later request management accounts, recent bank statements, quotes, and a simple cashflow or ROI case.
– Do you charge fees or require commitment, and can I combine finance with grants?
Our matching service is free and no-obligation (we may receive commission from partners), and many projects can be combined with available grants or tax incentives.