Billions could be saved.. |
British businesses can save around £23 billion a year by improving the way they use energy and water, and by reducing waste, according to research published today by Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman.
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Climate Resilience.. |
"Climate change will have impacts on all UK businesses, such as the availability of resources, demand for different products, and the increased threat of floods, drought and other extreme weather. But smart businesses that take action now to limit the risks and identify the opportunities climate change could bring will steal a march on their rivals."
Lord Henley Environment Minister |
Rising energy costs are likely to impact your business in more ways than one. First you've got higher heating, electricity and water bills thanks to dwindling natural resources, the cost of oil extraction and unrest in the Middle East. Second, you've got carbon tax based on the amount of fossil fuel you (or your energy provider) uses to generate power. If you don't have a 'climate change levy' on your bills yet then expect it soon. If those sticks don't prompt you to take action it's only a matter of time before the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) reaches your business. At which point becoming energy efficient will be a mandatory obligation.
Fortunately there are some carrots to make the low carbon transition a little more inviting. Carbon Trust finance is available to pay for your energy saving measures; Feed-In-Tariffs (FITs) make producing electricity a lucrative investment; and Renewable Heat Incentives (RHI's) reward you for switching to renewable fuels. The the jargon may seem confusing, so here are the options you need to consider:
Solarcrest would love to help with Options 2 and 3. As a committed Carbon Reduction company it's our mission to help you achieve the greatest environmental benefit for your budget, or, to put it another way, to help you save the most money for the minimum outlay, then help you switch to a climate-friendly fuel - that you get rewarded for using.
Thanks to an extensive network of environmental specialists and manufacturers, Solarcrest offer a one-stop-shop for complete eco retrofit. We'll assess and advise on the optimum solution for your budget, providing both cost and carbon benefit analysis to help you make informed decisions.
To explore your options please email or call 0845 833 0388.