
UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) Compliance
Project Overview
This project involved an energy-intensive site regulated under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS), established by The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme Order 2020 to replace the UK’s participation in the EU ETS. A streamlined compliance framework was developed to align with regulatory deadlines and ease the audit process with bodies such as BSI.
Key Actions and Results
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Simplified Compliance Calendar
A structured reporting calendar was introduced, making it easier to meet verification deadlines and improving audit readiness while reducing internal resource strain. -
Efficient Energy Data Capture
Site-level energy data was standardised to enable:-
Easy transfer and use in capital project assessments
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ROI calculations based on verified data
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Real-time targeting of high-impact efficiency opportunities
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Monthly Carbon Tracking and Budgeting
Emissions were monitored monthly to estimate allowance requirements, enabling the finance team to:-
Forecast costs accurately ahead of payment notices
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Integrate carbon costs into routine budgeting cycles
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Outcome
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Streamlined audits with full emissions traceability
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Investment-grade energy data supporting decarbonisation planning
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Reduced compliance burden and better cross-functional coordination
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Accurate forecasting of UK ETS costs, improving financial planning










