Third of UK businesses have no plans in place to achieve carbon-neutral target, YouGov survey finds
Although the UK has pledged to become a net-zero carbon economy by 2050, a third (31%) of businesses say they have no plans to be net carbon neutral at all, a recent survey from YouGov has been able to suggest. The same survey has also revealed that just under half (46%) of businesses in the […]
Environmental managers declare climate emergency
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) has declared a climate emergency, also arguing that the environment and sustainability professionals are “uniquely positioned” to respond to this emergency, making vital contributions within businesses and communities, a news report has been able to suggest. The IEMA has set a target for carbon neutrality by 2020 […]
HeatingSave Building Management Systems – Keep on Top of Your Energy Spending Even During a Cold Spell
Building management systems can help companies and organizations stay on top of their energy expenditures even when faced with a prolonged period of very cold weather, such as the one that’s likely to affect the UK in January and February 2020. According to multiple news reports on the matter, climate experts at University College London […]
More than 100 local authorities in danger of missing legal climate targets, report warns
Dozens of English local authorities are in danger of missing their legal climate targets without strengthening plans to decarbonise buildings and transport, a recent news report has been able to suggest. The environmental law firm ClientEarth has recently sent letters to councillors and planning officers at dozens of English local authorities which are currently revising […]
Energy-saving tips
Business Matters, the UK’s biggest business magazine for entrepreneurs and SMEs, recently posted an article giving tips on how to save money on your electricity bill. Are you on the best deal? Their first tip is to make sure that your deal with your current supplier is the best you can get in terms of […]
Energy bills set to drop by October
According to MoneySavingExpert, your current energy bills could fall by £75 a year from October. This is due to Ofgem decreasing the price cap imposed on default/standard tariffs from £1,254 per year to £1,179 per year for a ‘typical user’, and also due to Ofgem reducing the cap for prepay tariffs. These changes are the […]
School District to Attain Massive Savings after Deploying Energy Saving Measures
A school district will attain massive energy savings over the next 15 years after deploying a host of energy saving measures, a recent news report has been able to suggest. The Lynwood Unified School District in Lynwood, California will save $4.3 million in utility costs over the next 15 years after undergoing a 2-phased energy […]
Infrastructure Company announces five year smart meter deployment plan
The organisation leading the design, build, test and integration of the data and communications infrastructure needed to connect smart meters with energy suppliers and network operators has revealed a five-year plan for deploying smart meters across the country, a recent news report has been able to suggest. The Data Communications Company (DCC) says it will […]
UK government to support energy efficiency improvements across village halls
Village halls across the country will be able to become more secure and energy efficient by accessing a slice of a £3 million fund announced a few months ago by the UK government. Village hall committees are now able to apply for grants of up to £75,000 towards refurbishment and alteration of their buildings, from […]
Energy monitoring systems can drive savings by providing actionable insights into energy use
Knowing exactly how much energy your business or home uses at every single moment of every day can help you take the necessary measures to reduce your consumption and, subsequently, your bills, experts believe. Energy monitoring systems can supply a wealth of data, including how much gas and electricity are being used, what areas within […]