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Utility Invoice Validation: Frequently Asked Questions
To help you to learn more about invoice validation, and the benefits, we’ve put together a list of commonly asked questions.
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Concept’s quick guide to the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme
Government funding is available to help organisations improve existing district heating and communal heating projects – and it’s open to public, private and third sector organisations. With the next funding round deadline approaching on 10 November 2023, here is our quick guide to the Heat Network Efficiency scheme. What is the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme […]
UK ETS changes: net zero cap and plans to expand scheme to maritime and waste
The government has announced a package of reforms for the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS), including a new limit on emissions, and a planned extension of the scheme to cover domestic maritime transport and waste. The UK ETS – which has been in place since 2021 – puts a limit on the total amount […]
Concept’s guide to Phase 3c of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme
If you’re managing public sector estates then you may already be familiar with the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), which funds low carbon heating projects in public sector buildings. Phase 3c of the scheme has recently been announced – and it opens for applications in October 2023. Here’s our quick guide to help you understand […]
A quick guide to ESOS Phase 3 changes
The deadline for Phase 3 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) was recently extended to 5th June 2024. The extension gives organisations more time to meet new reporting requirements, aimed at strengthening the scheme and driving greater action on energy efficiency. The underpinning legislation to make this happen is still subject to legislative scrutiny […]
ETII: New energy bill support for local authorities and visitor attractions
In April 2023 the UK government replaced its generous Energy Bill Relief Scheme with the more modest Energy Bills Discount Scheme for non-domestic customers. However, it also pledged a higher level of support for “Energy and Trade Intensive Industries”, many of whom face an uncertain future without intervention. The Energy and Trade Intensive Industries (ETII) […]
Spring Budget roundup: Swimming pool funding, energy efficiency tax breaks and CCA scheme extension
The Chancellor’s Spring Budget opened with a buoyant but cautious tone: “The UK economy is on the right track… but we remain vigilant.” Jeremy Hunt was keen to stress that this was a Budget for long-term, sustainable growth, and in doing so framed his energy announcements within the context of the cost-of-living crisis and shoring […]
The new Energy Bills Discount Scheme explained
Gov’t confirmed details of scaled-back support for non-domestic energy customers, post Mar 2023.
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Green energy procurement: a business guide
Things to consider when cleaning up your energy supply. If your business is one of the many trying to reduce its environmental impact, switching to a clean energy supply is one of the most immediate and impactful things you can do. Price differential is less of a factor than in the past; renewable energy supply contracts […]
The Targeted Charging Review: a quick explainer for businesses
Ofgem’s Targeted Charging Review (TCR) is set to impact your business’ electricity bills. Here’s our short guide to the changes. What is the Targeted Charging Review? The network companies who run and maintain the electricity network pass the costs of this onto suppliers, who in turn pass them on to consumers. The TCR was launched […]
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