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Interviews

International Women’s Day: Charlotte’s journey

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating some of the inspirational women who make Amber the organisation it is. Charlotte Beard is a Senior Business Analyst/Business Architect (SBA) in our Digital Enablement Team and has been at Amber for nearly 7 years. Since joining, Charlotte has proved herself to be a trailblazer, combining productivity with creativity. We are so […]

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News

Meet our new Director of Net Zero

We’re thrilled to spotlight our new Net Zero Director, Andrew Walker, this week and congratulate him on his recent promotion. We caught up with him to chat about his role, the new challenges and his Amber highlights. How long have you been working at Amber, and what different roles have you had?  “I joined Amber […]

Gareth and Fiona talking about Orangebox and their work with Amber.
News

From chairs to change: How Orangebox is designing a sustainable future

We are thrilled to highlight Orangebox’s success on its journey to Net Zero and how they have combined product design with sustainability. Fiona Douglas, one of our Lead Net Zero Consultants, and Gareth Banks, Head of Sustainability at Orangebox, recently got together to tour their head office and reflect on our journey together so far. […]

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Explainer

Carbon neutral v Net Zero: What’s the difference?

Carbon neutral and Net Zero are often confused, but they have distinct meanings and implications for businesses. To clear things up we broke down the key differences to help you choose the right path for your sustainability journey. Carbon neutrality in a nutshell When a business wants to achieve carbon neutrality, they need to balance […]

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Blogs

EPC ratings: A guide for landlords

In today’s world, energy efficiency has become a critical component of property management. For landlords and business site managers, understanding Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings is essential for regulatory compliance and attracting energy-conscious tenants. What is an EPC Rating? An Energy Performance Certificate is a legally valid document that provides an energy efficiency rating for […]

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Guides

A guide to meeting the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES)

The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard is a piece of legislation aimed at enhancing energy efficiency across commercial properties in England and Wales via their Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). These regulations apply to rented commercial buildings and carry significant implications for landlords and property owners. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard explained MEES sets out how properties should […]

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Interviews

Meet Alex Bannon, our Senior Energy Trading and Risk Manager

We’re thrilled to put the spotlight on Alex this week and congratulate him on his recent promotion to Senior Energy Trading and Risk Manager. We caught up with him to chat about his role, the challenges of managing energy risks, his Amber highlights, and life outside of the office. How long have you been working […]

Blogs

ESOS compliance: What’s different between Phase 3 and Phase 4?

Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a mandatory energy-saving scheme for large UK businesses. With Phase 4 around the corner, there is a unique opportunity for businesses to reassess their energy use and make great strides in their sustainability efforts.   Introducing ESOS ESOS is a mandatory energy assessment scheme aimed at helping large organisations […]

Blogs

5 Energy management tips for hospitality businesses

In today’s competitive hospitality industry, energy management has become not just an operational necessity, but a strategic advantage. With rising energy costs and increasing awareness of environmental sustainability, hospitality businesses are recognising the importance of effective energy management. Not only does incorporating energy management strategies help hospitality businesses reduce costs, but it also enhances their […]

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Interviews

Empowering change for Net Zero success: Q&A with Fiona Douglas

At Amber, we know that the journey to Net Zero is as much about people as it is about technology and systems. We caught up with our Lead Net Zero Consultant and resident employee engagement expert, Fiona Douglas, to learn more about empowering teams and creating lasting change. What’s the difference between employee engagement and […]

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Blogs

The business benefits of carbon consulting

Carbon consulting provides businesses with expert insights and tailored strategies to reduce carbon emissions and meet decarbonisation goals. It’s essential for organisations seeking to understand the full scope of their carbon footprint and develop effective solutions. What is the role of a carbon consultant? A carbon consultant’s role is to help businesses interpret emissions data […]

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News

Back of the net: Amber and Watford FC score new energy management partnership

We are delighted to be appointed as Watford FC’s new energy management partner, with a relationship set to last until September 2027. Our in-house experts will endeavour to ensure Watford FC navigate the world of energy management with confidence. We will provide the football club with improved budget control, bill validation and a greater understanding […]

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