Data-driven futures: How retail and hospitality are moving towards net zero
This article is the second in a three-part series covering the panel discussions from Sustainable Energy First’s Pathway to Target Zero event. Our...
How will the new UK SRS affect your business?
The UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS) are due to be published soon. Here’s what to expect from the new standards.
The UK Sustainability Reporting...
UK businesses offered up to £120,000 to switch to electric lorries
The UK government has pledged an additional £18 million to make green lorries more affordable for business, allocating up to £120,000 off each purchase...
UK ETS news: sector expansion and post-2030 extension
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) Authority has confirmed multiple updates that will involve many sectors impacted by the carbon market, including maritime,...
The UK ETS: frequently asked questions
This article was reviewed and updated in December 2025 to reflect new government updates.. The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) has been running since 2021...
Autumn Budget 2025: the key energy and carbon takeaways
The second Budget from Rachel Reeves was upstaged by a surprise leak. Here are the energy and carbon measures that you may have missed.Help...
Net Zero Census: Large businesses keep climate focus, but SMEs face mounting challenges
Most UK businesses still view net zero as an important part of their strategy, despite global uncertainty and rising costs, according to the...
Network Charging Compensation Scheme uplift to cut electricity costs by £420m a year
From April 2026 the UK’s most energy-intensive businesses are set to save up to £420 million per year on electricity costs, as the...
EU Parliament rejects Omnibus compromise on sustainability reporting and due diligence rules
The European Parliament has voted against a proposal to simplify EU sustainability reporting and due diligence laws, leaving businesses waiting for clarity on what...
Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting for academy trusts: a quick guide
This article was reviewed and updated in October 2025.
Multi-academy trusts over a certain size are required by law to disclose information about their...
