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Estates Gazette podcast: Why the route to net zero is not a straight line

We have recently created a podcast with Estates Gazette BNP Paribas, Derwent and Max Fordham.  In this podcast we discuss some of the scenarios that could see a shift in the path to net zero. We talk about what real estate needs to do to be able to react quickly and how the sector can learn from and work with other industries to navigate the ever-changing environment of sustainability. Read more

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Be part of a company that is making an impact

Leaders in their sectors are taking on the net zero mantle, setting serious targets, strategies and truly making a difference. We have many opportunities for engineers and energy experts who are looking for a flexible working environment where they will be challenged and rewarded. Read more

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Government requires companies to commit to net zero to bid for contracts over £5m

The Cabinet Office has recently launched guidance in the form of a Public Policy Note (PPN 06/211) and related guidance on taking account of Carbon Reduction Plans in the procurement of major government contracts. It applies to all Central Government Departments, their Executive Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies, where the value of services is anticipated to exceed £5m per annum. It comes into effect from 30 September 2021. Read more

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IPF commissions investigation into net zero carbon pathways

Transitioning global real estate to net zero carbon emissions represents an unprecedented challenge, which will require exceptional levels of collaboration and alignment around clear and consistent objectives. The IPF Research Programme has commissioned BIP.Verco to undertake a study that will set out how this challenge varies between sectors and geographies, as well as to review the extent to which the range of frameworks currently in use can address the issues faced, together with the changes that may be needed to achieve the ideal of net zero carbon buildings Read more

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CCL Secure UK achieves impressive 20.5% reduction in their carbon footprint

BIP.Verco are delighted to have worked with CCL Secure to set a pathway to carbon neutrality with the aim of becoming carbon neutral by the end of 2022. Through a combination of investment in the right technology, efficiency improvements and process innovations CCL Secure UK have now made a considerable and impressive 20.5% reduction in their carbon footprint per tonne of product (Scope 1, 2 and 3), against 2018 baseline year, without the need for offsets or market instruments. BIP.Verco continues to support their ongoing zero carbon journey. Read more

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5 outcomes of an IDR that might surprise you

The Independent Design Review (IDR) is an essential component of the DfP process. BIP.Verco’s Greg Waring is one of the 11 members of the expert panel who are accredited to undertake Independent Design Reviews in the UK. Here are Greg's top 5 outcomes an IDR can achieve with an engaged project team: Read more

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Value chain engagement accelerates decarbonisation

Increasingly, Corporates are recognising the need for collaboration across their entire value chain in order to meet their ambitious decarbonisation targets. The evolving trend in the requirements from the carbon standards for Corporates to set separate reduction targets Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions is unlikely to change. Value chain collaboration will help organisations to reach these targets faster and more effectively. Read more

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Prove the business case for M&T in your factory at zero cost

Large numbers of engineers running factories understand that M&T will save their business money in the long run but proving the business case puts them into an impossible situation (they need the kit to prove the need for the kit!). We are offering the opportunity to prove the business case (completely free!), using real-time data and the latest technology. Read more

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A race to the top- the Better Buildings Partnership's Climate Commitment group set out their pathways to net zero carbon

The UK Better Buildings Partnership’s ‘Climate Commitment’ group – comprising 26 of the world’s largest real estate owners and managers – outlined their individual pathways to achieve net zero carbon across their operations and value chain before 2050. Together these businesses represent the majority of the BBP’s total membership of £240bn in AUM. We have reviewed the pathway documents in detail. In this article we share our reflections on the key themes and the next steps that will see these plans realised. Read more

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The Science Based Targets Initiative's net zero draft guidance- implications for corporates

The Science-based Targets Initiative (SBTI) are developing the first science-based global standard for corporate net-zero targets, due at the end of 2021. Last week (Jan 28th) the SBTI published a draft of the Net Zero Standard Criteria. They are now seeking feedback. In this guide we describe the key points and the implications for corporates interested in the SBTI’s Net Zero designation. Read more

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The Science Based Targets Initiative's net zero draft guidance- implications for real estate

The Science-based Targets Initiative (SBTI) is developing the first science-based global standard for corporate net-zero targets, due at the end of 2021. Last week (Jan 28th) the SBTI published a draft of the Net Zero Standard Criteria. The authors are now seeking feedback. In this guide we describe the key points and the implications for real estate companies interested in the SBTI’s Net Zero designation. Read more

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Our net zero journey

In December 2019 we joined with our fellow BCorp members to declare a climate emergency. We believed that our business should take action right away and so also pledged to be Net Zero carbon by the end of 2020. We have taken a planned approach to achieve this. Our CSR team have worked hard to develop and implement a strategy that works for our business. Read more

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Launch of NABERS UK

NABERS UK provides the foundations for the path to net zero by establishing an authoritative and independent means to delineate, measure, rate and disclose a building’s operational performance using a consumer-friendly 1 to 6 star scale in order to verify if it achieves the 5 or 6 star net zero carbon energy efficiency level. Read more

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Net Zero ebooks for industry and real estate

Our Net zero ebooks are an essential read for anyone responsible for net zero target setting and delivery in their organisation. We have two ebooks with sector specific information and advice tailored to your industry. Read more