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Sustainability Reporting Under the Spotlight in TEAM Energy’s Webinar
On 1 October, we hosted our latest webinar, Navigating the New Era of Sustainability Reporting, bringing together organisations looking to strengthen their sustainability reporting processes and build greater confidence in their data.
Weren’t able to attend our webinar? Read the highlights.
How SMEs Can Take Action to Reduce Their Business Carbon Emissions
For SMEs, reducing carbon emissions does not mean transforming the entire business overnight. A successful approach starts with understanding where emissions come from, identifying realistic opportunities for reduction and measuring progress over time.
Here are some practical steps Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SMEs) can take to ensure they make progress against the carbon reduction targets they have set themselves.
Scope 3 Reporting: Five Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Scope 3 reporting is one of the most challenging areas of greenhouse gas accounting because it covers indirect emissions across an organisation’s value chain. This can include purchased goods and services, transportation and distribution, business travel, waste, investments and the use of sold products.
Read our five common pitfalls organisations face when reporting on their Scope 3 emissions and how to avoid them
How can an Energy Audit Reduce This Winter’s Energy Bills?
Is your building ready for frosty mornings, darker evenings, and increased heating demand? A commercial energy audit provides the insight needed to uncover energy-saving opportunities and strengthen your energy strategy, while allowing you to keep your staff comfortable through the colder months ahead. Discover the benefits of an Energy Audit.
The Latest Updates Coming Out of TEAM
SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2.0: What It Means for Organisations
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) published its Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0 in June 2026. Validation under Version 2.0 opens on 1 February 2027. The revised Standard broadens the framework from target setting towards implementation, governance, transparent reporting and continuous improvement. Read the updates in more detail.
ISO 14001:2026: What It Means for Carbon Reduction and Net Zero
Published on 30th April 2026, BS EN ISO 14001:2026 updates the internationally recognised standard for environmental management systems (EMS). An EMS provides a structured way for an organisation to identify, manage, monitor and continually improve its environmental impacts and performance.
The 2026 revision places greater emphasis on how environmental considerations connect with organisational context, leadership, climate change, resilience and wider environmental conditions. Will these changes impact your business?
The EU Finalises Revised Sustainability Reporting Standards
The European Union has officially finalised the revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), providing long-awaited clarity for organisations preparing for Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) compliance. With the final text now published in the Official Journal of the European Union, the revised standards will enter into force on 10 November 2026 and apply to reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2027. Read our market briefing to learn more.
95% of SMEs are Making Environmental Progress, but is it Translating into Emissions Reductions?
According to recent research 95% of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are making environmental progress. However, just 20% have established emissions reduction targets and only 32% have emissions reduction initiatives underway. Discover why SMEs should take practical steps to reduce their carbon emissions.
Businesses Say Energy Management is Becoming More Complex
Research completed by EDF found that 74% of UK businesses say managing energy has become more complex, while 43% say that complexity is slowing investment decisions. Businesses cited challenges including price volatility, changing regulation, new technologies and energy-data quality and visibility.
Energy Costs Remain Firmly on the Business Agenda
In Parliament on 13 October, the UK Government acknowledged that energy costs remain a challenge for UK businesses. It said the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme is open and will support more than 10,000 businesses, with electricity-cost reductions of up to £40/MWh.
UK Government Moves to Accelerate Grid Connections
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) highlighted the new Great British Grid initiative on 29 September, saying it is intended to speed up grid connections and benefit businesses as well as households.
Grid constraints are becoming particularly important for organisations considering electrification, renewables, EV charging, storage or other energy infrastructure.
Separately, Ofgem’s domestic price cap rose 4% from 1 October, largely reflecting higher wholesale gas prices. Although the domestic cap doesn’t directly tell businesses what they will pay, the underlying volatility makes energy cost management particularly topical this month.
New Questions Around Turning Net Zero Targets into Actual Emissions Reductions
October coverage of corporate climate targets has focused increasingly on implementation rather than simply setting targets. Analysis of SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard 2.0, released earlier this year, highlights updated approaches to Scope 1, 2 and 3 target setting and a greater focus on companies demonstrating progress.
Study: 76% of UK Investors Expect Sustainability to Shape Business Decisions
In a report from Aberdeen Investments, 76% of UK retail investors expect sustainability to shape business decision making. In addition, 66% of investors cited environmental protection and 64% cited renewable energy as important considerations when assessing investments.
UK Government Climate Advisor Chris Stark has Stepped Down as Head of the UK Government’s Clean Power Mission Control.
Stark was appointed in July 2024 to lead Mission Control inside the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, bringing together government, developers, NESO and Ofgem to unblock projects and drive progress across the electricity system.
His departure comes at a critical point, as barely four years left until 2030 and major decisions still required to meet Clean Power 2030
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