Energy management

Annual carbon emissions from more than 200 public sector buildings across Greater Manchester have been significantly reduced, thanks to improvements making them greener and more energy efficient.  

Tracy Burtwell has been appointed as the new managing director at facilities management provider phs Compliance.

Mitie’s annual ESG report states that the company has reached all 13 ESG targets this year, putting it on track to meet its overall 2025 ESG goals and its net zero carbon goal by 2025.

A trade association has urged the government to include reducing energy demand as part of its strategy for economic growth and review of net zero policy.

BAM’s UK & Ireland businesses have pledged to become net zero in their direct operations by 2026. 

The government’s mini-budget prioritised economic growth “at the expense of crucial climate and environmental targets”, according to reactions from the sector. 

The government has announced new support for businesses and public sector organisations facing rising energy bills in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Using tech to tackle climate change

EMCOR UK and US counterpart EMCOR Facilities Services (EFS) have taken a five-year IFM contract with Siemens Energy covering 79 locations across North America and Europe. 

Prime Minister Liz Truss's energy package must be followed by a national programme to upgrade the UK's buildings and shift heating systems from gas to renewable energy.