Welcome to the latest Net Zero, Carbon Reduction, and Energy Management news updates
Countdown to net zero: UK organisations reveal gaps between ambition and action
TEAM Energy’s sustainability survey, Countdown to Net Zero, has revealed a compelling snapshot of the UK’s sustainability landscape, highlighting both the ambition and the obstacles organisations face as they work towards their carbon reduction goals – and where they need the most support.
Over 100 UK-based organisations across diverse sectors participated in the eight-week survey, offering a comprehensive snapshot of net zero commitments, strategies, and barriers. The findings reveal a strong appetite for change, but also a clear need for structured support and guidance.
Read about the analysis of our net zero survey results
Key insights from the survey include:
- Nearly half have made formal net zero commitments, many aiming for the 2050 government target.
- 76% cite financial constraints as their biggest challenge.
- 71% say leadership in their organisation is lacking or limited.
Download the key findings and results from our survey.
Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) is live: What you need to know
MHHS officially went live on 22 September 2025, marking a major milestone in the UK energy market transformation.
The UK energy market is undergoing a major transformation with the introduction of Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS). This reform will change how electricity consumption is measured and settled, bringing greater accuracy, transparency, and efficiency to the industry.
Understand how your MPAN will change under MHHS with our easy to use calculator:
Discover more about how MHHS will impact you
Customer Spotlight: East Riding Council “Using data to drive energy decisions”
Our customer, East Riding of Yorkshire Council is the local authority governing the East Riding of Yorkshire. It provides a wide range of services, including housing, education, transport, waste management, and social care.
As the urgency to decarbonise intensifies across the UK, local authorities are stepping up with bold, practical solutions to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency. Discover how East Riding of Yorkshire Council are doing to manage and reduce their energy and carbon emissions.
Data First: How East Riding Council is reframing the net zero challenge
As the UK’s public sector accelerates its response to climate change, local authorities are increasingly recognised as key players in the national net zero transition. Among them, East Riding of Yorkshire Council is demonstrating how a strategic, data-led approach can unlock meaningful progress even in the face of limited resources.
In a recent Customer Spotlight interview, we explored how the Council is using energy data to drive smarter decisions across its estate. The conversation revealed a refreshing perspective: that the journey to net zero doesn’t begin with technology or funding it begins with insight.
From compliance to competitive edge: How ESG driven sustainability reporting is reshaping organisations strategies
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance three key pillars used to evaluate an organisation’s ethical impact and sustainability practices.
Sustainability reporting is the process of measuring and disclosing this ESG performance. It goes beyond financial metrics to provide a holistic view of how a business creates long term value for stakeholders and society.
The latest news coming out of TEAM
TEAM Energy Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation
We are proudly celebrating 40 years of excellence in energy and sustainability management. Since our founding in 1985, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading providers of energy consultancy, software, and services, helping organisations across sectors reduce carbon emissions, improve efficiency, and achieve net zero goals.
Read about our 40 years of success
Large companies face continued challenges in getting sustainability reporting right challenges
Analysis by Deloitte found that almost half of the FTSE 100 companies made restatements on their sustainability metrics in 2025 for the second year running. Most of the restatements related to greenhouse gas metrics.
The most common reason for a prior year adjustment was a change in method (35%) followed by adjusting for errors in historical (26%).
Steve Farrell, partner and head of sustainability assurance at Deloitte UK, said: “Whilst the number of companies with material adjustments is the same as last year, this remains a significantly high amount, with continued challenges in getting sustainability reporting right.
“However, some of these companies have adjusted due to data improvements – that’s a real positive – showing reporters are focusing on better quality reporting.”
Understanding the latest trends in Wholesale Energy Prices
Staying informed about the latest trends in wholesale electricity and gas prices is crucial for organisations looking to optimise their energy procurement and energy risk management. Several factors influence the UK wholesale electricity price including the intermittent nature of renewable energy, fuel costs, geopolitical events, weather conditions and supply and demand.
Discover the benefits of staying up to date with the UK wholesale energy market trends
EAC launches enquiry into Government net zero plans
The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) launched an inquiry exploring the Government’s long-term plans to decarbonise the UK economy on the path to net zero by 2050. The EAC will consider the measures needed to achieve the Seventh Carbon Budget, covering 2038-2042, detailing how much emissions need to reduce by and how this can be supported by technology, behaviour change, and a growing economy. The EAC will consider how the costs of delivering the Seventh Carbon Budget will be distributed; how the Government should balance proven and emerging technology solutions; how ministers can engage the public; and what tools Parliament can use to scrutinise the Government’s plans for delivering Carbon Budgets.
UN chief warns 1.5C warming goal at risk of ‘collapsing’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that efforts to cap climate warming at 1.5 Celsius above pre-industrial level are failing, as the UN prepared to host a climate week event alongside its annual diplomatic gathering.
Greenwashing concerns rise sharply as brands fail to credibly demonstrate progress
In a report by the Capgemini Research Institute a gap was found between organisations’ plans to increase general investment in environmental sustainability (82%) and those who had developed detailed climate transition plans (21%).
The report suggests organisations should strengthen the credibility of climate actions through near-term measures and build consumer trust with evidence-backed sustainability communication.
NHS reduces carbon emissions and makes financial savings
In line with their Greener NHS Plan, the organisation has announced their five years net zero update. With direct emissions down 68% since 1990 and 14% in the last five years, they are certainly on track to reach our 2032 and 2040 goals.
The last five years represent less than 7% of the NHS’ history, yet progress towards net zero has been transformative. Since 2020, on-site renewable energy production has more than tripled – generating enough electricity to power 4,500 homes annually. Across their vast estate of 13,500 buildings on 2,869 sites, over half now use energy-efficient LED lighting. The number of electric vehicle (EV) charging points at NHS sites has surged from fewer than 1,500 in 2020 to more than 4,200 today. Great news and progress from the NHS!
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