Government funding is available to help organisations improve existing district heating and communal heating projects, under the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme. With Round 11 closing on 6 February 2026, here’s our quick guide to the scheme. What is the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme (HNES)? HNES provides funding to improve underperforming district or communal heating systems. […]
Energy metering surveys and hierarchy development across three train care depots. Services provided: ✅ Metering strategy ✅ Metering surveys ✅ Sub-metering specifications OVERVIEW South Western Railway (SWR) wanted a clearer picture of how energy was being used across its train care depots. In view of rising energy costs and the company’s goal to be a […]
By the end of 2025, all education settings in England – from nurseries through to schools and universities – must have a Climate Action Plan and designated sustainability lead in place. We’ve put together a quick guide to help you understand the requirements, how to comply, and how you can benefit. What are the Climate […]
The Environment Agency (EA) has confirmed that it is now auditing companies for ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) compliance. If your organisation qualifies, this is an important moment to check that your compliance obligations are fully met. Here’s what you need to know – and how Concept can help you avoid enforcement action. A quick […]
Concept is urging energy intensive organisations to join the new Climate Change Agreements Scheme (CCA) before the 2025 application window closes, to receive a significant discount on electricity and gas bills. The new target period begins on 1st January 2026, and is open to new entrants in eligible sectors if they apply before 31st August […]
The UK government’s Climate Change Agreements (CCA) scheme is getting a major refresh, with a new six-year phase confirmed to begin in January 2026. If you’re an existing participant, you’ll need to reconfirm eligibility ahead of time. If you’re a new entrant, the 2025 application window is open from 1st May to 31st August. Here’s […]
If your organisation is in scope of ESOS, the deadline for submitting your Action Plan to the Environment Agency was 5th March 2025. Hopefully your focus will now be turning to implementing the measures outlined in the plan: a progress update is due to the Environment Agency on 5th December 2025. Deadlines aside, there is […]
The Environment Agency published its latest ESOS newsletter on 4th February, and there are a few important changes to ESOS Phases 4 and 5: Net zero requirements: Mandatory net zero considerations were originally planned for ESOS Phase 4 (2023–2027), but are now postponed to Phase 5 (2027–2031). The decision is in part due to delays […]
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2025 is already shaping up to be a busy year in energy policy – and it could present some great opportunities to drive cost and carbon reduction in your organisation. Here’s a snapshot of what’s coming up – and make sure to follow us on LinkedIn for regular updates. UK may relink with the EU […]
The government is consulting on proposed reforms to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Display Energy Certificates (DECs) in England and Wales. The changes would come into force in 2026 and include both domestic and non-domestic buildings. EPCs: changes to metrics The government wants EPC systems to provide a wider range of higher quality building performance […]
Heat Network Efficiency Scheme: New funding round to improve heat network performance
Round 11 of the popular Heat Network Efficiency Scheme is now officially open for applications. If y...
Concept’s quick guide to the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme
Government funding is available to help organisations improve existing district heating and communal...
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