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.

The most common ESOS compliance mistakes and how to avoid them

The most common ESOS compliance mistakes and how to avoid them The Environment Agency's (EA) latest newsletter for participants of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme...
Telling new data from the Europe Environment Agency (EEA) shows that transport consumption is rising – and this is having a massive impact on energy targets.

Reporting on transport energy consumption – what are the first steps?

Reporting on transport energy consumption - what are the first steps? Telling new data from the Europe Environment Agency (EEA) shows that transport consumption is...
The Energy round up from the SECR Hub: 5 key dates and trends to look out for in 2019, such as ESOS Phase 2, SECR and Capacity Market Suspension

Energy round up: 5 key dates and trends to look out for in 2019

Energy round up: 5 key dates and trends to look out for in 2019 With Christmas and New Year celebrations well behind us, it's a...
Is there an ESOS assessment template? The Environment Agency do not provide templates for these activities or the presentation of findings to directors.

Is there an ESOS assessment template?

Is there an ESOS assessment template? The Environment Agency and the other regulators don’t need ESOS data to be collated or recorded in particular formats,...
Phase 2 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme is here – and with around ten months to go until the December 5th 2019 deadline, we’ve compiled ten of the most popular questions that we receive at the Hub.

ESOS: Your top ten questions answered

ESOS: Your top ten questions answered Phase 2 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme is here – and with around ten months to go until...
New Environmental Reporting guidelines released by BEIS, secifically including sections on streamlined energy and carbon reporting. 

Environmental Reporting Guidelines: BEIS updates published today 

Environmental Reporting Guidelines: BEIS updates published today New guidelines have been published today (31.01.19) by Government Department BEIS which cover environmental reporting. Specifically, the new guidance includes sections on streamlined energy and carbon reporting. The Environmental Reporting Guidelines document...
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...
Updated ESOS Phase 2 guidance: what’s new? The government recently published updates to its ESOS guidance document. Here’s a brief summary of the changes.

Updated ESOS Phase 2 guidance: what’s new?

Updated ESOS Phase 2 guidance: what’s new? The government recently published updates to its ESOS guidance document. Here’s a brief summary of the changes: The latest...
Do I need to survey all of my sites to comply with ESOS? Find out here. We also provide independent advice, guidance & news for energy challenges.

Do I need to survey all of my sites to comply with ESOS?

Do I need to survey all of my sites to comply with ESOS? No. You must carry out site visits as part of your ESOS...
Under ESOS how is energy defined? Under ESOS, energy is defined as all forms of energy products, including: find out here

Under ESOS, how is energy defined?  

Under ESOS, how is energy defined? Under ESOS, energy is defined as all forms of energy products, including: combustible fuels heat (excluding your organisation’s surplus...

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