SECR

SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) is a new government reporting programme that came into force on 1 April 2019. It replaces the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme, which closed at the end of the 2018-2019 compliance year. Stay briefed on SECR with the latest news, analysis, and answers to your frequently asked questions.

Pressure and time: set your alerts now to make the most of SECR

One of the most pertinent questions permeating today's business community is this; 'How can I set up to react to carbon reporting in a...

What about the energy efficiency side of SECR?

What about the energy efficiency side of SECR? BEIS has decided that affected companies will be required to provide a 'narrative commentary' on energy efficiency...

Demand for energy efficient buildings on the rise, survey reveals

Demand for energy efficient buildings on the rise, survey reveals Demand for green building activity is poised to grow in the next three years, according...

What will SECR be worth to the UK?

What will SECR be worth to the UK? BEIS estimates SECR should result in a reduction of £1.3 million in annual costs to business. Some...

ESTA Conference Highlights: EU ETS and SECR latest updates

ESTA Conference Highlights: EU ETS and SECR latest updates This week, Andy Greenall from the Hub team attended ESTA’s IECg conference: Energy: Changing Times in...

Does SECR apply throughout the UK?

Does SECR apply throughout the UK? Yes, SECR applies to all quoted companies, large unquoted companies and large LLPs throughout the UK. Companies incorporated outside of...

Is there a minimum level of energy use, below which SECR reporting isn’t required?

Yes. The threshold is 40,000 kWh, companies under this threshold will be exempt from SECR. Organisations using low levels of energy are not be...

Do some firms need to report under both SECR and ESOS?

Do some firms need to report under both SECR and ESOS? Yes! BEIS's impact assessment suggests around 25% of companies affected by the reporting regimes...
Is Net Zero Carbon Legislation on the horizon

Is net zero carbon legislation genuinely on the horizon?

Is net zero carbon legislation genuinely on the horizon? Consensus is growing; business carbon targets may need to rise. As the Guardian reports, 50 Conservative MPs...

Which details must companies report for SECR?

Which details must companies report for SECR? Quoted companies       If your company is quoted, you will have to disclose: Annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from...

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