ESOS

ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) is a mandatory energy assessment scheme for large organisations in the UK that meet the qualification criteria.

Organisations must carry out audits of their energy use to identify cost-effective energy saving measures.

ESOS Phase 3

The latest update from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) tells us that the government will go ahead with previously announced plans to make the ESOS scheme more robust.

The Phase 3 compliance deadline has been extended to 5 June 2024, to give participants time to meet the scheme’s new requirements. (read more about the new ESOS deadline here).

There are several additional requirements for compliance in Phase 3 of ESOS, including a change to the de minimis exemption and the requirement to provide a more detailed, time-bound plan on implementation of recommended measures. We’ve got more details on our latest ESOS phase 3 guidance.

These pages help you stay briefed on phase 3 with the latest information, news, analysis and answers to your frequently asked questions.

BEIS: ESOS audit recommendations should be publicly available - business should be required to demonstrate that they've acted on energy-saving opportunities

Firms should be made to act on ESOS audit recommendations, says BEIS

Firms should be made to act on ESOS audit recommendations, says BEIS The UK stands no chance of meeting its emissions reduction targets unless the...
ESOS: Should I include installations such as CHP in my total energy consumption calculation. Find out here on the Energy Advice Hub.

ESOS: Should I include installations that generate energy, e.g. CHP?

ESOS: Should I include installations that generate energy, e.g. CHP? Large installations generating or using energy should be included in your total energy consumption calculation....
My company qualified for ESOS phase 1 – does it automatically qualify for phase 2? Not necessarily... Discover more on the Energy Advice Hub.

My company qualified for ESOS phase 1 – does it automatically qualify for phase...

My company qualified for ESOS phase 1 – does it automatically qualify for phase 2? Not necessarily. The definition of a ‘large undertaking’ quotes balance...

ISO 50001 and ESOS compliance – is it right for you?

With ESOS Phase 2 upon us, minds nationwide are turning to the most efficient, effective and meaningful routes to compliance. And among these, for many...
Climate change: While there is evidence of some businesses stepping up to the challenge, environmental issues are far from embedded as a priority

Environmental issues must be a bigger business priority, business tracker report reveals

Environmental issues must be a bigger business priority, business tracker report reveals Climate change is potentially the most critical challenge confronting our planet. While there...

What to look for in an ESOS Phase 2 lead assessor

More and more firms are realising; ESOS Phase 2 is here. And that means that for many of us, seeking out a suitable lead assessor...
What should I keep in my ESOS evidence pack? If your organisation is eligible for ESOS, you must keep an evidence pack. Find out what to include here.

What should I keep in my ESOS evidence pack?

What should I keep in my ESOS evidence pack? If your organisation is eligible for ESOS, you must keep an evidence pack that includes where...
The Environment Agency has updated its list of companies fined for ESOS non-compliance with phase 1 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS).

ESOS: Environment Agency shares details of latest fines issued for non-compliance

ESOS: Environment Agency shares details of latest fines issued for non-compliance The Environment Agency has updated its list of companies fined for failing to comply...
What is ESOS

What is ESOS?

What is ESOS? ESOS (the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) is a mandatory energy assessment scheme for organisations in the UK that meet the qualification criteria. Organisations that...

The ‘people first’ approach: Talking energy with Ibstock plc’s Michael McGowan

The ‘people first’ approach: Talking energy with Ibstock plc’s Michael McGowan The UK’s energy intensive industries face a wide range of efficiency challenges, but the...

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