Routes to deliver net zero
By David Kipling, CEO – On-Site Energy Businesses have complicated energy needs, particularly those that use a lot of thermal energy such as for steam or ovens. Achieving net zero is going to require elements of re-engineering, re-thinking business processes, adopting new technology and changing energy purchasing strategy. But is it even possible in the […]
Choose ISO 50001 to simplify compliance and set course for net zero carbon
By Mehmet Olgun, Head of Net Zero Compliance, EQUANS Businesses face mounting legislative pressure to achieve energy and carbon savings, and to comply with multiple compliance regulations, including ESOS, SECR, CCA and UK ETS. That’s why it’s important to find the most efficient and manageable ways to gather data, manage energy consumption and reduce carbon […]
Maximise your carbon reduction & cost savings
By David Kipling, CEO – On-Site Energy Ltd Whilst the news that Governments’ net zero plans remain intact as a result of the invasion of Ukraine, current energy prices are at unprecedented levels and are a matter of survival for some businesses. The good news is that by focusing on energy efficiency and onsite energy […]
UK ranks third amongst the countries that have reduced emissions the most
The United Kingdom is one of the few countries that managed to actually reduce their CO2 emissions in the last 60 years. The report by Utility Bidder analyses various countries’ emissions from 1959 and 2019, to reveal who has made the most cuts to their emissions, and predict who will be the worst offenders for […]
UK and Scottish governments unveil Green Freeports plan
A landmark deal has been agreed between the UK and Scottish governments to collaborate and deliver two Green Freeports in Scotland. The new hubs will ‘support the regeneration of communities across Scotland, will bring jobs and prosperity, and support UK government work to level-up all four corners of the United Kingdom’, according to a joint […]
No time to waste on Net Zero
We need less “Blah, Blah Blah” and more action on Net Zero, according to Greta Thunberg. What are you waiting for? Get moving on your net zero journey to benefit both planet and profits. You can get ahead of regulatory changes and surging carbon and energy prices to balance both your financial and environmental goals. […]
UN urges G20 countries to invest in nature-based climate change solutions
A new report, titled The State of Finance for Nature in the G20, stresses the urgency of increasing net-zero and nature-positive investments if the world is to adequately close the climate finance gap. The report is led by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Economic Forum, the Economics of Land Degradation, hosted by the […]
5 Minutes With… Robert Brown from ENGIE Impact
As part of our energy management executive interview series, we sat down with Robert Brown, a Director of Sustainable Resource Management at ENGIE Impact, a global consultancy company accelerating sustainability transformation for businesses, cities and governments. The discussion shed light on energy management challenges, goal setting, and the roles of digital tools and data in […]
ScottishPower makes major UK solar play with acquisitions
Iberdrola-owned ScottishPower has signed two deals to acquire 17 solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in the UK, with a combined capacity of more than 800 MW. The contracts have been concluded separately with Elgin Energy, which owns 12 projects, and Lightsource BP, which controls the rest. Both companies are experienced developers with a long track record […]
Is metering fit for purpose in driving net zero ?
By David Kipling, CEO – OEP Group The old adage goes “You can’t manage what you can’t measure”, so what is the role of metering in driving a net zero strategy and is it fit for purpose ? To start, you need data to understand your present position and formulate a strategy. You need to […]