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From planning to procurement we have a range of downloadable guides, easy-to-use excel spreadsheets and more to help you run a more energy efficient business.
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View guides: How to buy resource efficiency equipment
How to buy resource efficiency equipment
Whether you’re upgrading or replacing equipment, it makes good business sense to choose the most energy and resource efficient option. This guide will take you through the process.
Identifying savings
View guides: How to save money and energy on space heating
How to save money and energy on space heating
For many Scottish organisations, space heating can account for as much as half of total energy costs. Simple low-cost improvements to your heating controls and distribution system could deliver substantial savings.
Identifying savings
View guides: How to procure resource efficient equipment
How to procure resource efficient equipment
Rising energy, water and raw material costs, and increasing customer pressure on businesses to be ‘green’ continue to challenge the way that businesses across Scotland manage their resource use and environmental performance.
Identifying savings
View guides: 40 quick and easy ways to cut your energy bills and carbon footprint
40 quick and easy ways to cut your energy bills and carbon footprint
There are lots of quick, simple and straightforward ways to take action and reduce your energy bills and environmental impact. Here are 40 no and low-cost, quick and easy ways to cut the amount of energy you are using and make those bills a little easier to bear.
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View guides: How to calculate your business’s carbon footprint
How to calculate your business’s carbon footprint
The climate challenge is a hot topic right now. Scotland has set the ambitious target of becoming net zero by 2045, five years ahead of the rest of the UK. If, collectively, we are going to succeed in that ambition, the onus falls on every business to do its bit.
Identifying savings
View guides: Save money on your heating bill
Save money on your heating bill
In a climate like Scotland’s, is a hefty heating bill inevitable? We are confident that, with our experience and expertise, we can cut your costs.
Identifying savings
View guides: How to audit your business energy consumption
How to audit your business energy consumption
Improving energy efficiency can lead to substantial cost savings and new opportunities to improve competitiveness, increase profits and secure growth.
Identifying savings
View guides: 5 Simple steps to start saving
5 Simple steps to start saving
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to thinking about saving energy. We’ve broken it down into 5 simple steps to get you started.
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View guides: Measure and monitor energy use
Measure and monitor energy use
Measure and monitor your energy usage to start reducing your bills and save money
Identifying savings
View guides: How to save money on heating workplaces
How to save money on heating workplaces
Heating costs can burn up more than half your energy bill. Our free guide is packed with expert tips and advice on how to cut costs – and carbon – without compromising comfort or productivity.
Identifying savings
View guides: Food and Drink energy savings
Food and Drink energy savings
From identifying new energy saving opportunities, to providing financial support and technical expertise, we’re here to help you slash your energy costs and grow a greener business.
Tools
Identifying savings
View tool: Lighting Improvements Calculator
Lighting Improvements Calculator
An energy efficient lighting upgrade could save you cash. Calculate the costs of improving lighting in your business.