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17 Feb 2025 By Georgia Young
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 […]
31 Jan 2025 By Fiona Douglas
Last year marked significant advancements in sustainability and renewable energy. Our Net Zero team summarised the key environmental developments from 2024. January The UK government launched a Solar Taskforce aiming to expand solar power capacity nearly fivefold to 70 GW by 2035. This initiative focuses on utilising commercial rooftops, schools, warehouses, and car parks for […]
30 Jan 2025 By Georgia Young
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 […]
29 Jan 2025 By Georgia Young
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 […]
9 Jan 2025 By Andrew Walker
When setting out to finalise a corporate Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), the journey is filled with challenges, many of which only reveal themselves along the way. My first PPA deal was nothing short of an adventure, teaching me valuable lessons about balancing complexity and clarity while keeping the client’s needs at the forefront. Understanding and […]
7 Jan 2025 By Georgia Young
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 […]
3 Jan 2025 By Aravind Nair
EcoVadis is becoming the new standard for businesses who are actively seeking to represent their sustainability achievements. What is EcoVadis and what does it mean for businesses? EcoVadis is a globally recognised provider of business sustainability ratings. They have established a helpful platform that assists businesses in managing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), compliance, and […]
2 Jan 2025 By Josh Tomlinson
Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are increasingly becoming a key consideration for businesses. Our recent blogs explain what a PPA is, the various options available and how they can be an important element of sustainable energy procurement. This article delves into the history of Corporate PPAs, how they have developed in recent years and the emerging trends […]
16 Dec 2024 By Fiona Douglas
The Christmas season is here and while it’s all about bringing cheer, our festive traditions can leave behind an environmental footprint if we’re not too careful. One key tradition that often sparks environmental debate is the choice of Christmas tree. So, which is better for the planet: a real tree or a fake one? Are […]
13 Dec 2024 By Huw Mitchell
We all share the goal of wanting to give our clients an excellent service, but when it comes to partnerships there is an added dimension. At Amber, we aim to grow long-term relationships with everyone we work with – but some of those clients have an extra layer of integration and develop into true partnerships. […]
2 Dec 2024 By Lloyd Mumford
In today’s market, energy costs can fluctuate wildly, and with the increased awareness around sustainability, energy procurement is more crucial than ever for businesses and organisations aiming to manage costs, reduce environmental impact and ensure security. Understanding energy procurement services Energy procurement refers to the process of sourcing and managing the purchase of energy for […]
28 Nov 2024 By Brogan Rogers
The Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) framework launched in 2019 to simplify carbon reporting and increase transparency and accountability. SECR reporting is a crucial component for businesses that have goals to reduce their overall emissions. By utilising the carbon reporting framework effectively, businesses can gain a full picture of how their activities impact the […]
