This guide was first published in 2020. It was reviewed and updated by Sustainable Energy First in September 2026. Businesses are under increasing pressure to reduce their emissions from both stakeholders and compliance requirements. For many organisations, Scope 3...
Business energy costs have risen by 25% since February, with higher wholesale prices, summer heatwaves and rising policy and network charges adding pressure on companies ahead of winter.
Business energy costs have climbed sharply this year, with a...
Following new legislation, the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) has been amended and the scheme administrator has published new guidance for businesses in scope of Phase 4. The main changes are fuller reporting requirements and the removal of two...
In April 2026 the UK government announced the final design of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS), providing electricity bill relief to more than 10,000 manufacturing businesses. From April 2027, eligible firms could see electricity bills cut by up to...
As of 1 July, the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) has expanded to include the maritime sector, bringing new compliance obligations to vessel operators. Following a 2024 consultation and 2025 interim response, the scheme now covers cargo...
