UK’s Net Zero goals threatened by water availability, says study
The UK must significantly increase water availability to meet its decarbonisation goals, according to research led by Durham University’s Department of Engineering and Department of Earth Sciences, and funded by water retailer Wave. The study assessed both existing and planned decarbonisation initiatives within key UK industrial clusters and looked at how their future water needs […]
LIGHTING MONTH: How IoT-enabled lighting systems are supporting energy management
Lighting often accounts for up to 40% of a commercial building’s electricity use, making it one of the most significant opportunities for energy savings. The next wave of efficiency is being driven not by bulbs, but by data. IoT-enabled lighting systems, powered by sensors, connectivity, and AI-driven control, are transforming how facilities manage and optimise […]
Data centres face ‘challenge’ on AI and sustainability
With AI driving unprecedented growth in capacity, investment, and infrastructure scale, data centre operators must also address mounting sustainability challenges such as soaring electricity consumption, cooling requirements, and water usage, making innovation in energy efficiency and green technologies increasingly critical. That’s according to GlobalData’s Data Centers report, which reveals that AI workloads are pushing the boundaries of data […]
November 2025 is HVAC Month on Energy Management Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Energy Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the market – and in November we’ll be focussing on HVAC. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help energy management buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of HVAC solutions […]
Smartcool: Measure. Monitor. Optimise
At Smartcool, we make energy efficiency simple, measurable, and impactful. Our suite of retrofit and monitoring technologies helps businesses cut energy costs and carbon emissions without the need for major equipment replacements. Measure your performance with Panoramic Power, our wireless sub-metering solution that delivers real-time visibility at the circuit level. Compact, self-powered sensors attach directly to electrical […]
LIGHTING MONTH: Choosing your lighting for people and performance
Energy management strategies around lighting have historically focused almost exclusively on cost and carbon reduction. The shift from fluorescent tubes to LEDs has delivered huge gains in efficiency, cutting energy use by up to 70%. But today, the conversation is evolving. Organisations are increasingly recognising that lighting is not just an overhead: it is a […]
Industry Product Spotlight: Unlocking the Power of Commercial Solar with Plug me in
At Plug me in, we know businesses across the UK are under growing pressure to cut carbon emissions, reduce energy costs, and take meaningful steps towards net zero. That’s where we come in. We specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of large-scale solar PV systems for businesses, public sector organisations, and industrial sites. Whether […]
SAVE THE DATE: Energy Management Summit 2026
Did you miss last month’s Energy Management Summit? Don’t worry! If you’re an energy management industry professional, make sure you reserve your delegate place at the next event today! This a unique event specifically designed for senior professionals like you within the industry! It’s specifically organised for senior professionals who are directly responsible for their organisation’s […]
5 Minutes With… Phil Smethurst, Business Development Manager at EA Technology
In the latest instalment of our energy management industry executive interview series we speak to Phil Smethurst, Business Development Manager at EA Technology, about delivering resilience without compromising cost efficiencies, the opportunities presented by predictive modelling tools, and the potential of AI-enabled grid modelling… Tell us about your company, products and services EA Technology has […]
SOLAR PV MONTH: How policy, technology and market shifts are reshaping UK adoption
Solar PV is emerging as one of the most accessible and scalable renewable technologies for both public and private sector estates. Adoption is being reshaped by a combination of government policy, falling technology costs, and integration with wider sustainability strategies… Policy Support and Regulation The government’s net zero roadmap, alongside measures such as the Contracts […]