A pathway to net zero assets
Infographic and ebook to help you approach the key challenges of getting to net zero at the fund and asset level. Read more
A fresh new look for the Carbon Desktop website!
We have just updated the Carbon Desktop website, take a look to see how it can help you take control of carbon and costs. Read more
Transferring real estate net zero plans into successful business models
How can asset owners and managers pivot successfully to an emerging energy efficient and low-carbon world? Verco have identified three success factors that can ensure organisation-wide net-zero commitments are translated into successful business models. Read more
Take a look at our latest B Impact report!
We are proud to be a B Corp, using business as a force for good. We think further than the environmental impact we are making and consider the wider societal impact on our team, communities and clients. We have recently submitted our B Impact report 2022 which takes a look at what we achieved last year and defines what we are doing to push ourselves even further in 2023. Read more
Q&A hosted by Business Green: The net zero transition - From targets to action
Setting a net zero target is relatively easy, but putting a transition plan into action? Not so much. We partnered with Business Green for this webinar, which explores the steps you need to take to reach your net zero goals, and the unforeseen challenges that could undermine your efforts. Read more
Webinar in partnership with the EMA: Technology for decarbonising heat at your operations
We are excited to be presenting a webinar in partnership with the Energy Managers Association (EMA). Two of our experts, Thanos and Aaron will be sharing their experience in carbon reduction for manufacturers, based on extensive work with our broad range of market-leading clients. Read more
Webinar hosted by The Grocer: Bullet proof net zero targets for your business
In this webinar, hosted by The Grocer, two of Verco's experts, Tim and Hannah will discuss net zero in the context of the food and drink industry, giving an industry overview, why you might want to set net zero targets, the key components of a successful net zero plan and how to achieve success. Read more
Top tips for demonstrating improvement in CDP
General tips and guiding principles for would-be disclosers. Read more
Webinar: Can you use SFDR/ EU Taxonomy to your net zero advantage? The Real Estate perspective.
The SFDR came into force on the 1st of January 2023. Whilst this complex piece of legislation evolves, our specialists closely monitor the changing regulatory requirements to keep you informed and prepared ahead of disclosure. Read more
Climate Science Refresher
Amidst the clamour for action on climate change and alignment with “science-based” targets, it’s occasionally helpful to step back and remind ourselves what the science is saying. This article aims to provide a primer on how our understanding of climate change has evolved and the current evidence base for its main underlying causes - global anthropogenic emissions of various greenhouse gases – and predicted consequences. Read more
Net Zero guidance for your Real Estate role
Setting and achieving net zero goals requires collaboration and engagement across whole organisations and their stakeholders. We have created guidance documents for key roles in Real Estate to help ensure that everyone understands their role in working towards the common goal of achieving net zero. Read more
Carbon accounting of green gas certificates in limbo – what’s happening?
The role of tradable certificates for ‘green gas’ procurement was cast in doubt following the publication of the GHG Protocols ‘Land Sector and Removals Guidance’ in September last year. Tim Crozier - Cole, Associate Director and Head of Aim for Zero at Verco opens the discussion with the effects on the significant uncertainty and delivery risk for organisations whose net zero plan is extensively reliant on green gas certificates. Read more
Verco's Leah McCabe selected to be member of UKGBC Embodied Carbon task group
The UKGBC Embodied Carbon Project will build understanding of Embodied Carbon measurement and reporting, ultimately making it common practice throughout the industry. Read more
Changes to SBTi science-based target submission process effective from 1st May 2023
You will need to set FLAG targets this year if you are setting or have already set science based targets validated by the SBTi and your business is classified as being in qualifying sectors. From the 1st of May 2023 there are a new versions of the SBTi near-term and net-zero submission forms that will need to be used. Read more
Verco sponsors the edie 2023 sustainable business leadership report
This annual report is largely based on an in-depth survey of sustainable business leaders- exploring their key challenges, opportunities and opinions on the future of sustainable business. Read more
FLAG explained- your complete guide to the SBTi Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) Target setting guidance.
You will need to set FLAG targets this year if you are setting or have already set science based targets validated by the SBTi and your business is classified as being in qualifying sectors. Here is a collection of useful resources for you to get an understanding of the regulation and how it applies to your business. Read more
Verco writes for The Manufacturer on net zero implementation
Verco’s Thanos Patsos has recently written articles for the Manufacturer. He discusses net zero implementation for manufacturers, reviewing the common pitfalls and how to avoid these traps along with expert tips on how to achieve net zero success. Read more
Webinar: Putting your site net zero plan into action
From extensive experience of working on implementation projects with a range of manufacturing clients, Thanos will discuss how you can approach delivery of your net zero goals. Read more
Real Estate report 2023. An interview with Luke
We have recently published our Real estate net zero transition report, 2023. One of the consultants who prepared the report, Luke Riseborough, answers some questions about the themes of the report in this short video interview. Read more
Heat pump decision support tools. Webinar hosted by the Renewable Thermal Collaborative
The webinar will dive into how the tools work and the process behind their development. It will feature presentations by the Verco team as well as representatives of RTC members Procter & Gamble and Roche who were involved in the development of the tools. Read more