Heat decarbonisation is an important milestone on the journey towards net zero. Browse this page of helpful guides and resources to compare the different options and streamline your efforts. Read more
In this article, members of our GRESB dream team explain how to give yourself the best chance of an increased star rating in 2026. Read more
This article aims to demystify materiality, explain the different perspectives of reporting organisations and assurance providers, and share our insights on how various standards and practices approach this critical concept. Read more
We have developed a helpful guide to thermal energy storage options, comparing the most popular choices, how they work, and what they are most often used for. Read more
Watch our on-demand webinar to see how Verco and Bueno are helping clients future-proof assets and unlock hidden value through building optimisation. Read more
We're gathering insights from across the real estate sector to better understand current priorities, challenges, and market sentiment around decarbonisation. Read more
Whether you’re looking to boost your GRESB rating in the new year or unlock the full value of your disclosures, we’re here to help. Here’s a list of what’s new for GRESB submissions in 2026 and what you should do differently. Read more
This article explores the answers to the big questions all businesses should be asking about the recently released ESOS data: Did we deliver on the expected energy savings? and what can we learn, based on the types of measures businesses planned to deliver between 2024 and 2027? Read more
Pre-assurance is a cost-effective way to streamline and strengthen your reporting processes. In this article, Senior Consultant Amy Love unpacks how it can boost your confidence. Read more
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as of 6th November 2025 released the second consultation draft of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0. It’s a clear evolution from the previous consultation version. We have provided a few initial key takeaways on what’s fundamentally new. Read more
In this Q&A, Associate Director Athanasios Patsos discusses why low carbon heat is becoming a buzzword, and how corporates and manufacturers can start decarbonising heat without investing too much money and effort. He explains how not to get caught in the vicious cycle of reactionary replacements, how the peculiarities of every site affect the decarbonisation approaches needed, and how Verco helped a leading manufacturer navigate these issues. Read more
With the recent release of 2025 results, GRESB is the word on everybody’s lips. As we approach the new year, make sure you’re prepared to get your best score yet. Read more
Verco’s Bethan Phillips explains how current commercial trends and pressures make a convincing case for optimising buildings now. Read more
October is Diversity Awareness Month. In this article, Helen Reed, Verco’s Director of People and Wellbeing, discusses how diversity is an integral part of the Verco mission, and what we're doing to encourage inclusion this month and beyond. Read more
This summary of our recent webinar on ESG Assurance details the advice and insight given by Verco experts Mark Challis and Jing Wang. During the session, they answered the questions they are most frequently asked about assurance, covering verification, pre-assurance, limited and reasonable assurance and more. Read more
On Tuesday 14th October, Verco’s Chorley team returned to residential activity centre Bendrigg Trust as volunteers. They spent the day organising and auditing, glad to support such an impactful charity. Read more
A summary of our podcast on what assurance is, why demand for it is growing and which regulations you need to consider. Read more
Property Week’s ESG Edge Conference aims to bring professionals from across the real estate sector together to discuss the most pressing ESG challenges. If you’ll be at the event on 13th November, come and say hello to the Verco team. Read more
From early 2026 private equity (PE) will need to consider whether to renew PE SBTs or to use the FINZ Standard. The window for a considered choice closes in 2026, leaving PE with only the FINZ option thereafter. This article helps you navigate that decision and de-mystify FINZ for PE. Read more
Explore how Combined Heat and Power (CHP) schemes are evolving in the UK’s carbon landscape. Learn about CHPQA incentives, efficiency optimisation, and strategic considerations for aligning CHP with net zero goals. Read more