EPC: How to Improve Your Commercial Property’s Energy Efficiency
If you’re a commercial landlord in the UK, you may already be familiar with the concept of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). But are you aware of the importance of an EPC, not just for compliance, but also for attracting and retaining tenants, reducing energy bills, and ultimately, increasing the value of your property? In this […]
How to Save Energy in the Office with Simple Steps
If you work in an office, you’re likely familiar with the energy bill shock that can come your way. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Why Save Energy in the Office? Office energy saving is currently a hot topic. There are several reasons why it is important to save energy in the office: […]
What is Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in the workplace
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) is starting to be prevalent across business journals and boardrooms throughout the UK – but what does it mean? Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) refer to the three central factors in measuring an organisation’s sustainability and societal impact. These factors have become increasingly important to […]
Lighting, Low-Carbon Means Low-Cost!
Continuing with our theme of energy reduction opportunities, this month we look at low-cost measures that can be easily adopted, quickly implemented and capable of showing quick results. Lighting – Measure, Monitor, Minimise Remember the three golden 3M rules, Measure – Monitor – Minimise! These 4 lighting measures can be used to reduce your carbon […]
Return to the Sustainable Office – Going Back to Green
Across the UK, the great ‘return to office’ is taking place. Sustainable office buildings are once again becoming hubs of activity and city centres are thriving as old routines kick back in. However, for many, there is one big difference. Today’s workforce is now working in a far more flexible manner, with the home office […]
Solar Energy – Use it or Lose it!
FM Director Nik Ashworth continues to delve into the world of Energy and this month looks at current energy issues and solar power. One of the biggest issues with solar panels a few years ago, and especially in domestic applications, was that you couldn’t use the energy you produced during the day if you were […]
Introduction to Energy Saving and Renewables
In a series of blog posts, FM Director Nik Ashworth delves into all things Energy. He’ll be introducing energy-saving measures and technology that companies and organisations of all sizes can implement to minimise their impact on the environment, reduce energy usage and ultimately save money. As we strive to return to a new form of […]
Energy as a Service Free Download
Keeping a building, working, heated and well lit are essential to everyday operations for all organisations. Energy costs are often one of the largest overheads for an organisation and with energy usage estimated to grow by over 40% by 2050, it is vital that effective action is taken. Most companies today are lacking an effective […]
