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20 Jun 2025 By Aravind Nair
What is PPN 06/21? The Procurement Policy Note 06/21 (PPN 06/21) is a UK government measure that embeds carbon reduction requirements into public sector procurement. Effective from September 2021, it requires all suppliers bidding for public contracts over £5 million per year to publish a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP). This CRP must detail the supplier’s […]
18 Jun 2025 By Amaad Ahmed
As pressure mounts on businesses to act on climate change, many organisations are setting ambitious Net Zero targets. But for multi-site businesses, decarbonisation is far from straightforward. The complexities that come with managing multiple locations can make it harder to reduce carbon emissions effectively and efficiently. However, with the right approach and data, businesses can […]
22 May 2025 By Georgia Young
The UK property sector is embracing the urgent call for sustainability. With decarbonisation targets and investor expectations accelerating, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance has rightfully taken centre stage. What is GRESB? The Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) is a framework assessment which scrutinises how companies manage sustainability challenges within their property portfolio. This […]
19 May 2025 By Georgia Young
We are thrilled to work with businesses that recognise sustainability isn’t just a strategy, it’s a culture. Our partnership with Permanently Unique is a perfect example of what happens when sustainability is driven from the ground up. Their Net Zero journey hasn’t been led solely from boardrooms – it’s been brought to life by the […]
28 Apr 2025 By Georgia Young
We’re excited to share that we recently collaborated with the Cold Chain Federation (CCF) to host a webinar all about energy management in the cold storage industry. Our Lead Net Zero consultant, Amaad Ahmed, teamed up with Deputy Chief Executive at CCF, Tom Southall, to share some practical tips for making cold storage facilities more […]
24 Mar 2025 By Georgia Young
At Amber, we know that building a successful Net Zero strategy isn’t just about data, technology or compliance – it’s about people. We caught up with one of our original team members, Wil Hocking, Lead Net Zero Energy Consultant, to hear how the team evolved from a small, passionate group into the thriving, expert-led force […]
21 Feb 2025 By Georgia Young
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. […]
18 Feb 2025 By Andrew Walker
Energy fuels our modern lives and is essential to heat homes, powering industries, and connecting communities. Yet, as we navigate the urgent transition to a low-carbon future, we must ask: what is the true cost of energy, and how do we find a balance on the journey to renewables? Among renewables, wind power has become […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
