Executive Summary Access to accurate energy consumption data is becoming increasingly important for organisations seeking to manage energy costs, reduce carbon emissions and support sustainability reporting. In multi-occupancy buildings, however, energy is often delivered through landlord-managed systems and sub-metering arrangements, which can restrict visibility of consumption data and reduce billing transparency. This guide explains how
Quick Answer Supply chain decarbonisation is the process of reducing greenhouse gas emissions embedded in the goods, services, materials, logistics and outsourced activities an organisation depends on. It is a core part of sustainability reporting and ESG disclosure in the UK, because Scope 3 value-chain emissions can represent 70-90% of an organisation’s carbon footprint according
Quick answer: Sustainability reporting is the structured process of measuring and disclosing an organisation’s environmental, social and governance performance. It helps stakeholders understand how sustainability impacts, risks, opportunities, targets and progress are managed and reported. What is sustainability reporting? Sustainability reporting is the structured process of measuring and disclosing an organisation’s environmental, social and governance
Carbon consultants support organisations in understanding, managing and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As carbon reporting, regulatory expectations and Net Zero targets become more complex, many organisations look to specialist expertise to ensure their approach is credible, structured and aligned with best practice. This guide explains what carbon consultants do, when organisations typically engage them and
A UK Energy Certificate Compliance Guide In our experience supporting UK public sector and commercial property portfolios, the most common compliance question we receive is: “Do we need an EPC, a DEC, or both?” Energy certificates are not interchangeable. Each rates building energy performance but applies in different circumstances and carries different legal obligations under
While Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions together provide a complete picture of organisational impact, for almost all organisations, Scope 3 emissions account for the largest share of their carbon footprint. They capture indirect emissions across the value chain, from purchased goods and services through to product use and end-of-life treatment. Yet Scope 3 is
What Changes for UK Organisations The UK’s sustainability reporting landscape is undergoing its most significant transformation since climate-related disclosures first became mandatory for listed companies in 2022. The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) – the framework that has underpinned UK corporate climate reporting for the past four years – is being replaced by
What Is the Difference? If you are researching carbon software for your organisation, you will quickly encounter three closely related but distinct terms: carbon accounting software, carbon management software and carbon reporting software. These terms are often used interchangeably by vendors, which can make it difficult to understand what you need. Each term describes a
Executive Summary Carbon emission reporting has become a central part of how UK organisations demonstrate accountability for their environmental impact. As climate targets, investor expectations and regulatory requirements continue to develop, understanding what carbon emission reporting involves, who it applies to and what frameworks exist is increasingly important for organisations of all sizes. This guide
The NHS Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment is designed to help suppliers share sustainability information in a consistent way and align with NHS net zero and social value ambitions. This guide explains how to complete the assessment and use it to strengthen your sustainability reporting approach. What the Evergreen Assessment Is (and Why It Matters) The
Energy efficiency is no longer a “quick win” on the sidelines of sustainability strategy. It can be the starting point for cost control, risk reduction, and decarbonisation, driven by more strategic energy management practices. PwC’s Third Annual State of Decarbonization Report shows that organisations are becoming more disciplined when prioritising their energy management strategies because
Executive Summary Energy audits are a critical part of improving building performance, providing organisations with the insight needed to understand how energy is used across their estates and where inefficiencies may exist. This guide outlines the key steps organisations should consider when approaching an energy audit, positioning it as part of a broader energy management
