North America set to lead global renewable refinery capacity additions
Renewable refinery fuels/drop-in fuels are gaining importance globally as they are relatively environmentally friendly when compared to crude oil-based refined fuels. As a result, renewable refinery capacity additions are gaining momentum with North America set to witness the highest capacity additions among all the regions. GlobalData’s report, “Renewable Refineries New Build and Expansion Projects Analysis […]
Salford and Gloucester shopping centres first in UK to achieve net zero status
Two retail destinations, Quayside MediaCity in Salford and Gloucester Quays, are the first of their kind to achieve ‘Net Zero Carbon – Operational Energy’, in line with UKGBC’s Net Zero Carbon Buildings Framework. The two retail destinations have been added to the growing list of Peel L&P’s buildings which have achieved net zero carbon status, […]
SAVE THE DATE: Energy Management Summit 2023
If you’re an energy management industry professional, make sure you reserve your delegate place at the next Energy Management Summit – we have both live and virtual attendance options available. The Energy Management Summit is a unique event specifically designed for senior professionals like you within the industry! October 10th, 2023 Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre – London Heathrow […]
Do you specialise in Renewable Energy? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Energy Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the market – and in February we’ll be focussing on Renewable Energy. 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 Renewable […]
IT service providers actively targeting ESG opportunities
IT services providers that are expanding their portfolios to target environmental, social and governance (ESG) opportunities are making a wise move as many enterprises require assistance developing and implementing ESG-related initiatives, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that these companies must continue to adapt to shifting market dynamics to stay ahead of […]
Leading CEOs pledge 50% cut in real estate emissions by 2030
A group of global firms have committed to reduce their real estate emissions by 50% by 2030 and reach net-zero carbon no later than 2050, as part of a World Economic Forum initiative. With buildings contributing 38% of all energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, leaders across all industries have a critical role to play in lowering […]
Kana Earth unveils carbon offsetting ledger for fund managers
British company Kana Earth has launched an open ledger and investment platform for the UK’s carbon offsetting market, which it claims will address many of the major obstacles holding the sector back for fund managers investing in this sector. The company says it’s already in talks with several UK based fund managers, who collectively have […]
Rising energy costs and potential blackouts – impact on employers
By Jayne Flint, Associate in the Employment Team at Law Firm Womble Bond Dickinson Increased energy and supply costs and the potential for blackouts this winter are forcing many organisations to consider reduced opening or manufacturing times. This article looks at the options available to employers and how to consult effectively with staff about changes […]
Change or be changed – The looming threat of regulation for data centre energy use
By Simon Harris, Head of Critical Infrastructure at BCS Climate change and the global response of Net Zero has dominated the political discourse in recent years. There appears to be widespread agreement within the data centre industry – as a major and growing consumer of power – that it has an important role to play […]
Is data the key to reducing power & meeting sustainability goals?
By Chris West (pictured), Head of Managed Service, Keysource A growing number of customers are committing to sustainability/Net Zero targets and asking us to help them understand the journey to achieving their IT and data centre related goals. Know what you’ve got Our starting point is simple – organisations need to get visibility of the […]