The government has set out its long-awaited plans for strengthening the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for privately rented commercial buildings. Here is what we know. What is the latest update on the non-domestic MEES? On 18th June 2026, the government published a brief “interim update” on MEES – which sets out its plans to raise […]
The UK government has published a partial response to its consultation on reforming the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPB) regime, confirming several changes to domestic and non-domestic EPCs in England and Wales. It doesn’t answer everything – a fuller response is promised later in 2026 – but it does give us a clearer picture of […]
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 […]
The Environment Agency has published a new template to help organisations complete their first ESOS Progress Update, which is due by 5th December 2025. All participants, even those who didn’t propose energy-saving measures, are required to submit one. What is a Progress Update? These are new to ESOS, and are for you to report on […]
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 […]
Organisations only have until 5th March 2025 to produce and submit their Action Plans, a new requirement under the Energy Saving Opportunities Scheme (ESOS). Action Plans were introduced to encouraging organisations to act on their audit recommendations. Government guidelines say an Action Plan should include details of: what you intend to do to reduce energy […]
The government is seeking views on plans to expand the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) to include emissions from the maritime sector, as well as recognising non-pipeline transport methods for moving captured carbon into geological storage. It has also confirmed that it will make changes to free allocation rules to ensure participants who permanently […]
MEES update: EPC B required for large rented buildings by 2031
The government has set out its long-awaited plans for strengthening the Minimum Energy Efficiency St...
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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