Verco supported UKGBC’s publication of a Net Zero Carbon Buildings Framework Definition in April 2019 and helped to develop the Net zero carbon energy performance targets for offices published by UKGBC in January 2020. Here we offer our own reflections on the stringency of the targets which has been questioned by some practitioners in the field. Read more
In light of the Government's revised measures in response to coronavirus in the UK we would like to reassure you of the steps we are taking to meet your needs as far as we possibly can. Read more
The increasing urgency of climate change action is likely to impact business in a number of ways. Looking ahead will ensure that businesses can turn this to their advantage. Here are some trends that we think will affect industrial Energy Managers and their site operation. Read more
Our publication looks at the net zero pathway from an industrial perspective, exploring the longer term sector specific challenges and how they can be tackled. Read more
In December 2019 Ofgem published its final decision on its ‘Targeted Charging Review’ (TCR). This note briefly explains the expected changes and what commercial and industrial electricity consumers can do to prepare. Read more
Delivering a net zero strategy needs simple and clear metrics that show people across a business where their focus should be. Read more
Our services are designed to support companies transition to zero carbon. Through working with clients, we know that scope 3 emissions is a key topic of interest for businesses wishing to do this. Here are some of the questions we are often asked: Read more
With the completion of ESOS, you may be considering the project recommendations and how you will fund these activities. We have put together a comprehensive list of internal and external sources of funding to help you to get your projects started.Internal sources of fundingFinancial DirectorGet your financial director on board, they too want the business to improve. An attractive portfolio of projects, with robust measurement and verification plans will ensure savings are proven. Read more
As part of our 'Net zero buildings explained' series, we will be hosting three webinars. The first describes the pathways to achieve a net zero building, the second explores the characteristics of a net zero building and the third delves into the detail of operating it. Read more
Companies naturally start considering their climate change impacts by looking at their own activities and facilities. However, indirect emissions from the wider value chain are often far greater. As the transition to ‘net zero’ gathers pace, the need to assess and manage these emissions sources is becoming more important. This article describes the best way manage your scope 3 emissions in five steps. Read more
Now that ESOS is finished, you can turn the identified projects into real benefits for your organisation. However, if you already have a full workload, this is not as easy as it sounds. Here are our top tips for quickly turning the ideas into reality:Prioritise your list of energy projects- where will you get the greatest impact? Read more
The drive towards ‘Net Zero’ is now an urgent call to action for governments and businesses. The UK’s legally binding target of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is now a necessary company priority. Energy use in buildings accounts for approximately a third of the UK’s carbon emissions. Furthermore, the government expects emissions from buildings to be cut deeper and faster than most other areas of the economy where costs of abatement are higher. Join Leah McCabe, Senior Real Estate Consultant and Lois Mattingly, Real Estate Consultant, will walk you through typical decarbonisation pathways which are informed by our work with government and industry. Read more
From working with a range of clients, we know that energy projects will always be bigger and more successful if there is a good level of engagement across all stakeholders. Here are the best ways to achieve that: Read more
On 11th December, we declared a climate emergency with our fellow BCorp members. Along with this declaration, we have also committed to achieve Net Zero Carbon by the end of this year. We strongly believe that there is indeed an emergency which needs to be urgently addressed. This declaration is strongly aligned to our company vision: To provide solutions for a zero carbon world. Part of our mission statement is to make a material difference to global carbon targets and so it is important to us that we lead by example. We are ‘here to help you achieve zero’ and we strongly believe in doing this ourselves. Read more
Today the UK Green Buildings Council (UKGBC) released their ambitious energy performance targets for offices. These have been developed in collaboration with Verco, the Better Buildings Partnership (BBP) and the British Property Federation (BPF). Read more
When putting together Verco’s Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Policy and Strategy it was important for the CSR team to consider both the personal and professional growth of the company’s employees, and ways in which Verco can contribute meaningfully to our local community. One way in which we have chosen to try and combine these by “providing dedicated volunteering opportunities for all employees” and encouraging employees to become STEM Ambassadors. Read more
The new GRESB Real Estate assessment guidance has been published and it includes some significant changes for 2020.It includes an increased weighting on development activities and less weight on some of the policy and strategy elements within the Management component. The assessment continues to evolve towards a focus on improvement in performance of the assets within portfolios. Read more
Joining with our fellow BCorp members, we have declared a climate emergency. We strongly believe that businesses need to act now. Therefore, we have also committed to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030. Read more
We are extremely proud of our BCorp status and to be part of a movement using business as a force for good. Read more
As an engineering manager of a large industrial business, to meet your ESOS requirements you have almost certainly had some experts in to tell your senior management how much energy can be saved and how easy it will be. There is likely to now be an expectation for you to deliver these savings (on top of the day job) and our ESOS action pack will help you to do it: Read more