In July 2024, Defra published the eagerly-awaited 2024 updated set of carbon conversion factors. These are an updated set of greenhouse gas conversion factors for calculating carbon emissions across a range of activities and processes. Compare Your Footprint uses this set of average carbon conversion factors for UK-based organisations, and where relevant also for some ..read more

Green Element Group uses the Science Based Targets initiative’s (SBTi) Corporate Net-Zero Standard to underpin net-zero and decarbonisation strategies for corporate clients and partners. We’re writing to update you about the controversial statement released by the Science Based Targets initiative Board of Trustees on the 9th April. The SBTi Board of Trustees announced that SBTi signatories will be able to ..read more

In March 2022, the European Commission put forth a transformative proposal: the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This initiative outlines a comprehensive framework to champion sustainability, emphasising durability, reusability, and circularity. A significant component of ESPR is the introduction of Digital Product Passports (DPPs) that aim to revolutionise transparency and decision-making from stakeholders when ..read more

A Climate Change Agreement (CCA) is a voluntary agreement allowing businesses in energy-intensive industries to receive a discount on the Climate Change Levy (CCL) that they pay. The CCL is a tax added to electricity, fuel and gas bills of your company if you are in the industrial, commercial, agricultural or public service sector. By ..read more

Along with our sister organisation Compare Your Footprint we are delighted to announce that we are a Founding Member of the Carbon Accounting Alliance! The Alliance was launched to encourage greater oversight and professionalisation of carbon accounting to accelerate the effectiveness of the industry. Emma Littlewood, Green Element Group’s Strategy Director and Creator of Compare Your ..read more

With buildings and infrastructure in the UK contributing approximately 25% to total UK greenhouse gas emissions, it’s crucial for organisations to prioritise sustainability when revamping their office spaces. In this blog, we delve into the vital aspects of sustainable office refurbishment, highlighting its environmental benefits and showcasing the exceptional efforts of MullenLowe, an international advertising ..read more

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a groundbreaking regulatory framework introduced by the European Commission in November 2022. It aims to establish comprehensive standards for the reporting of climate and environmental impacts by nearly 50,000 European Union (EU) companies. CSRD is mandatory for organisations that meet the criteria, ensuring businesses disclose greenhouse gas emissions ..read more

      Join us for an insightful webinar on the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS), the mandatory energy assessment for larger organisations in the UK. Unsure about where to begin or how to comply? This webinar is the perfect starting point for you. Scheduled for July 6th from 12:30 to 1:30pm BST, our free webinar ..read more

REGISTER FOR OUR LATEST WEBINAR Looking to understand your organisation’s environmental impact and develop a robust sustainability strategy? Feeling stuck on your sustainability journey, unsure of the next steps or where to start? We have the solution for you. In today’s rapidly evolving world, sustainability has become a crucial aspect of every successful business. Consumers ..read more

  Green Element Group will be exhibiting at Reset Connect on 27-28 June as part of London Climate Action Week. Listen to the likes of Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, Kate Raworth, Author & Co-founder at Doughnut Economics Action Lab, and 200+ other expert speakers.   SEE CONFERENCE PROGRAMME   About Reset Connect Reset Connect is ..read more