Waste management starts with energy: The hidden cost of unnecessary generator runtime
Energy waste is less visible than material waste, but it can be just as costly. Across construction, infrastructure, utilities and large estates, temporary power can become a blind spot in energy and carbon strategies. Diesel generators are often specified around a site’s maximum demand. In practice, they may spend much of the day running at […]
Global battery storage capacity set for rapid growth as energy systems evolve
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are expected to become an increasingly important part of the global energy mix over the next five years, with installed capacity forecast to increase sixfold by 2030, according to new research from GlobalData. The market intelligence firm’s latest report predicts global battery storage capacity will grow at a compound annual […]
Energy Data Management System for Businesses: Buyer Guide
Businesses generate growing volumes of energy data from meters, buildings, equipment and supplier accounts. The challenge is turning that information into something facilities, energy and finance teams can use. An energy data management system brings consumption information into one place, helping organisations monitor performance, compare sites, identify unusual usage and produce reports for internal and […]
Explosion prevention and protection for BESS enclosures
Containerized battery energy storage systems (BESS) have expanded rapidly in North America as utilities, businesses, and communities integrate batteries for grid stability, backup power, renewable energy integration, microgrid support, and hybrid energy systems. This widespread adoption is one reason safety standards such as NFPA 855 have become more significant, as regulators and industry stakeholders seek […]
August 2026 is Waste Management Month on Energy Management Briefing – Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Energy Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the market – and in August we’ll be focussing on Waste Management. 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 Waste […]
Energy Management Software: Features to compare
With energy costs, sustainability targets and regulatory reporting all becoming increasingly important, organisations are placing greater emphasis on understanding how energy is consumed across their estates. Modern energy management software enables facilities teams, energy managers and sustainability professionals to monitor consumption in real time, identify inefficiencies and make informed decisions that reduce both costs and carbon emissions. […]
NHS energy managers urged to plan early to maximise decarbonisation funding
NHS energy managers are being encouraged to integrate planning and project development at an early stage to maximise the benefits of more than £816 million available through the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS). According to planning and development consultancy Lichfields, early planning is essential if NHS trusts are to successfully deliver complex low-carbon energy projects […]
Smart building technology investment accelerates as energy efficiency climbs the agenda
European property investors are planning significant increases in spending on smart building technology as they seek faster, more cost-effective ways to reduce energy consumption and meet sustainability targets, according to new research from re:sustain. The study, which surveyed 200 institutional real estate asset managers across the UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain and Italy, representing […]
Energy Management Summit expands to Manchester following success of London event
Organisers Forum Events have announced the launch of a second annual Energy Management Summit, taking place on 10-11 May 2027 at The Manchester Deansgate Hotel, following the continued success of the event at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow. The expansion will provide even more opportunities for energy professionals and solution providers to connect, collaborate […]
Carbon reduction is no longer just about setting targets
Over the last few years, organisations have invested significant time and resource into understanding their carbon footprint, setting reduction targets and developing sustainability strategies. Many now have net zero ambitions in place, alongside the reporting frameworks and governance needed to support them. While those foundations remain important, attention is increasingly moving beyond target setting and […]