The Energys November Horizon Scan: schools say it’s ‘energy bills vs essentials’
This month, we kick off with the news of reports that nine out of ten schools in England will have run out of money by the next school year, as the
Stay informed with our blogs, guides and explainers on the latest energy policy news, funding streams and market drivers.
Energy efficiency in schools is a ‘national emergency’ – Headteachers share their worries in the media
Rising energy bills could force schools to face tough decisions: pay energy bills or teachers? This month, our energy horizon scan is focused on the ‘elephant in the room’ that
Education Estates: Helping Schools With Energy Bills
This week, we’re heading to the Education Estates Show (18-19 October) at Manchester Central. “We’ve helped over 1000 schools with their energy efficiency challenges.” If you’re attending (or hoping to
Energys September Horizon Scan: New measures for business; tariffs in flux – & more
New PM acts on energy In the first week of what proved to be a very challenging start to her new role, UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announced a package
PSDS Phase 3b: Public sector urged to get ready for decarbonisation project applications
Salix Finance has confirmed that the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) Phase 3b will open for applications for heat decarbonisation projects from September. The PSDS scheme makes available up to
The Energys July Horizon Scan: UK energy efficiency trends, £3.5M clean air fund – & more
This month we’re kicking off with the news that the UK Energy Security Bill is set to become law. The Government says new measures to propel the UK’s transition to
Introducing... Clean Air as a Service
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Our business is structured so that it is big enough to cope with the most demanding of projects, yet small enough to care about each and every one of them.
Whatever you need, we provide support at every stage of your carbon reduction journey.
We are actively helping the UK Government departments, 1000s of schools, colleges and NHS Trusts and British industry to meet their carbon reduction targets by reducing demand and making buildings more energy efficient.
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Saving energy since 1998
>£1.0 billion
Total savings
>3.0 billion kg
Total CO2 reduction
>4.2 million units
Total of light fittings upgraded
>8.7 billion kWh
Total energy saved
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What our customers say...
“Upgrading the lighting system brings us one step closer towards becoming sustainable, and we’re looking forward to introducing more green projects in the future.”
Sheif Khalifa
Sustainability Manager, Pavilions Administration Ltd
"It was reassuring that Energys Group’s engineers took the health and safety aspects of our company very seriously. "
Adam Fairman
Energy Innovation and Programme Manager, Welsh Water
"I would recommend Energys to other colleges considering energy efficiency upgrades that pay back quickly. Despite the scale and scope of the project, it will pay for itself in just over 2.5 years."
John Hunt
Facilities Manager, Hackney Community College
"We are really delighted by the impact of the investment and our cooperation with Energys."
Bob Herring
Premises Manager, BSix Sixth Form College, Hackney
"It was obvious from the outset that as soon as the New Vision LED lighting was installed we had made the right decision, with much improved lighting levels and instantly reduced energy costs."
James Delea,
Managing Director, Prompto Despatch Ltd.
"Staff feedback has been great, and it’s good to see that this investment has improved working conditions, while saving us money and contributing towards our efforts to reduce energy consumption and emissions."
Richard Hudson
Procurement Manager for Energy, YPO (Public Sector Procurement)
"The quality of the lighting really enhances the facilities and has had immediate impact on customer feedback."
Mark Ford
Southeast Regional Technical Manager, Everyone Active
“Because of the Salix funding the school is essentially not incurring any additional costs for the project, since repayments can be made from the energy savings.”
James Doherty
School Premises Manager, Harry Gosling Primary School
“There is no upfront investment capital needed and the repayments are covered by the money we will save on energy. All of the lighting is fully maintained for the duration of the lease, so there will be no surprises.”
Kevin Heritage
School Business Manager, Wheatley Park School
“The project went smoothly and there was no impact on college activities. But above all we would highlight the quality of the new lighting – it is much more consistent and comfortable for staff and students.”
Ruth Lomax
Communications Director, Hackney Community College
“I couldn’t quite believe the transformation this project made to lighting quality throughout our school.”
Mrs Crittenden
Headteacher, West Borough Primary School
"Energys Group offered a comprehensive proposal at a highly competitive price and, importantly, they came highly recommended by other business managers within Tower Hamlets."
Runa Begum
Business Manager, Osmani Primary School
"Energys Group provided the right mix of cost-competitiveness and quality within their tender response and we were particularly pleased to see their commitment to post installation aftercare."
Saleh Ahmed
School Business Manager, Lansbury Lawrence
