Welcome to the latest Net Zero, Carbon Reduction, and Energy Management news updates Customer Spotlight: St Albans Community Association “How energy efficiency supports community care” In the latest of our Customer Spotlight series, we spoke with St Albans Community Association, a local centre making big changes. The Association recently approached us about completing an energy
St Albans Community Association has been a cornerstone of its local area in Smethwick for over four decades, evolving from a youth led charity into a multifaceted hub supporting vulnerable groups, families, and the wider community. We spoke with Tonia Flannagan, Chief Executive Officer, about the centre’s history, its approach to energy management and the
When we talk about carbon reduction in commercial buildings, the conversation often jumps straight to solar panels, EV fleets, or full-scale retrofits. But what if one of the most effective first steps is within reach and already wired into your building?Despite their potential to drive meaningful energy savings, smart thermostats remain one of the most
Our customer, East Riding of Yorkshire Council is the local authority governing the East Riding of Yorkshire, a ceremonial county in England. 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
Enhancing building performance goes hand-in-hand with improved energy efficiency, cost reduction, and progress towards an organisation’s sustainability goals. A commercial energy audit will identify inefficiencies, providing steps to optimise systems and improving overall building performance. Richard Quigley, our Energy Consultant, looks at the top 10 things to include in an energy audit to maximise energy
Our customer, Abbeycroft, is a not-for-profit registered charity that has 12 leisure centres across West Suffolk and Babergh, with a focus on improving health and wellbeing in the communities. We spoke to Chloe Banham, Abbeycroft’s Area Manager, on the energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives the organisation is implementing, the challenges they have faced and the
The UK Government has just launched a new Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme aimed at making electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable and to support the acceleration of zero emission transport. A budget of £650 million has been allocated and manufacturers will be accepted onto the grant scheme on a first come, first served basis, with
The Environment Agency has announced that the portal for ESOS Action Plan Progress updates is now open, and organisations can submit their updates. For organisations qualifying for Phase 3 of ESOS, the deadline for submitting your ESOS Progress Update 1 is the 5 December 2025. What is an Action Plan Progress Update? Organisations that are
With sustainability at the forefront of business strategy, those responsible for managing people and energy within organisations face growing pressures to drive change. Sam Arje, Senior Energy Consultant and EnCO Practitioner here at TEAM Energy, explains how energy efficiency training equips businesses with the tools to create an engaged workforce—one that actively reduces energy use,
For many organisations, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a critical component of their future success. With so much to consider when planning an organisation’s carbon reduction, integrating energy efficiency targets into their corporate strategy can guide businesses in successfully achieving their goals. Senior Energy Consultant and EnCO Practitioner, Sam Arje, explores how
Empowering employees to make sustainable choices By Graham Paul, Service Delivery Director at TEAM Energy As organisations across the UK strive to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace sustainable practices, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a viable and eco-friendly transportation solution. At TEAM Energy, we believe that encouraging employees to switch to EVs can
In today’s world, where sustainability and cost efficiency are paramount, organisations are constantly seeking ways to optimise their operations. Completing an energy audit is often an overlooked but highly effective strategy, enabling real insights into an organisation’s energy and carbon usage and ways this can be improved upon. In this blog, our Energy Consultant, Alex
