Carbon Consultancy Services for UK Businesses

For many UK businesses, Scope 1 and 2 emissions are the starting point.

These cover:

Scope 1

• Fuel used on-site,
• Mileage from company owned vehicles,
• Fugitive emissions from air conditioning systems.

Scope 2

• Scope 2 emission calculations for purchased electricity, heat, and steam.

We carry out Scope 1 and 2 emissions calculations using UK Government conversion factors, aligned with the GHG Protocol methodology.

This includes:

• Fuel consumption analysis,
• Electricity usage across sites,
• Energy breakdowns and emission outputs.

The result is a clear, carbon footprint assessment UK businesses can rely on. Structured, traceable, and ready for reporting.

Why this matters

Scope 1 and 2 data is often the first thing requested in:

• Carbon reporting,
• SECR compliance,
• Tender submissions.

Getting this right early avoids issues later.

This is where most carbon reports fall apart.

Scope 3 emissions cover your full value chain, where most emission sources are outside of your direct control:

• Purchased goods and services,
• Capital goods,
• Fuel/energy-related activities (not included in scope 1 or scope 2),
• Upstream transportation and distribution,
• Waste generated in operations,
• Business travel,
• Staff commuting,
• Upstream leased assets,
• Downstream transportation and distribution,
• Processing of sold products,
• Use of sold products,
• End-of-life treatment of sold products,
• Downstream leased assets,
• Franchises,
• Investments.

And for most SMEs, this is where the majority of emissions sit.

We provide Scope 3 emissions consultancy for UK businesses, focusing on accurate, activity-based measurement.

Not spend-based estimates.

The problem with most Scope 3 reporting

Many businesses are given emissions data based on how much they spent.

But:

Two companies spend £50,000 on materials.

One uses 10 tonnes.

The other uses 18 tonnes.

Spend-based reporting? Same emissions.

Actual impact? Completely different!

Our approach to Scope 3 emissions

We calculate emissions based on:

• Quantity of materials used,
• Actual transport distances,
• Real operational activity.

This creates defensible Scope 3 emissions data that:

• Reflects reality,
• Stands up to scrutiny,
• Supports better decision-making.

When Scope 3 becomes important

We typically see Scope 3 requirements appear in:

• Supply chain reporting,
• Procurement frameworks,
• ESG disclosures,
• Larger client requests.

For many businesses, this is the difference between:

• Having data,
• And having data that holds up.

Carbon reporting is becoming a standard requirement across UK industries.

We support:

• Carbon emissions reporting for SMEs,
• SECR reporting,
• PPN 06/21 carbon reduction plans,
• Supply chain reporting requirements.

So when you’re asked:

“Can you provide your carbon emissions data?”

You already have a clear, structured answer.

Once emissions are understood, the focus shifts to reduction.

We develop carbon reduction plans for UK businesses that are:

• Practical,
• Measurable,
• Aligned with operations.

This includes:

• Identifying key emission drivers,
• Prioritising realistic changes,
• Building phased reduction plans.

Because reduction only works when it fits how your business actually operates.

For businesses looking longer-term, we provide structured Net Zero consultancy in the UK.

This includes:

• Emissions baselining,
• Reduction pathways,
• Target setting,
• Ongoing tracking.

Whether driven by tenders, clients, or internal goals, we help turn uncertainty into a clear plan.

A lot of carbon reports look right.

Clean layout. Professional structure.

But underneath, many rely on spend-based estimates.

Which means:

• They don’t reflect real activity,
• They can’t be defended,
• They create false confidence.

We take a different approach.

We focus on:

• What you used,
• What you consumed,
• What actually happened.

So your data is:

• Accurate,
• Traceable,
• Useful.

We support UK SMEs across all sectors, including:

• Manufacturing,
• Engineering,
• Construction,
• Supply chain businesses,
• Professional services.

Especially where carbon reporting is becoming part of:

• Tenders,
• Procurement,
• Compliance.

We keep things straightforward, and we work with you every step of the way if required. We explain all the numbers and what they mean for you and your business.

1. Data collection - Real operational data from your business

2. Calculation - Aligned with recognised standards

3. Reporting - Clear, structured outputs

4. Reduction planning - Practical next steps

What are Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions?

• Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from onsite operations,
• Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased electricity, heat, and steam,
• Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions from your value chain.

Do SMEs need carbon reporting?

Increasingly, yes. This is due to more larger firms requesting them from their supply chains, in order to meet their CSR (corporate social responsiblity) and ESG (environment, social, and governance) reporting requirements

What is a carbon reduction plan?

A structured plan showing how emissions will be reduced over time

How accurate are carbon calculators?

Accuracy depends on a range of different factors, including:

• Methodology: The methodology used will affest the accuracy, as for example, activity-based is far more accurate than spend-based,
• Accuracy of data: In some cases, data may not be available. For example, when shipping goods through courier firms, you may have to estimate the mileage as you will not always know the route of the delivery vehicles and depot locations. In some cases, shipping providers may be able to provide this information for you.
• Availability of conversion factors: Although we use the UK Government conversion factors, they do not always contain all materials and processes, meaning a similar emission factor may have to be selected until such a time that your material or process is included. To have the most accurate data, supplier conversion factors cabn be used, which are specific to the material or process you are using. However, these are often not available.

How long does it take?

Scope 1 and 2 emissions can usually be completed in a couple of weeks, but Scope 3 emissions can take longer, and depend on the availability of data and the size of the operation.