UK-SECR
Streamlined energy and Carbon Reporting requirements

• Implemented in 2019: Replaced the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) scheme.
• Applies to: Large companies, including charitable organisations and some limited liability partnerships.

SECR aims to increase awareness of energy usage and emissions, promoting sustainable practices within businesses operating in the UK.

• Goals: Encourage energy efficiency, transparency in emissions, and cost reduction for businesses.
• Reporting requirements: Include energy consumption, emissions data and details on implemented efficiency measures.

• Quoted companies on the London Stock Exchange, AIM or other recognised stock exchanges.
• Large unquoted companies meeting two or more of the following criteria:
  • Over 250 employees.
  • Annual turnover exceeding £36 million.
  • Balance sheet total exceeding £18 million.

• Limited liability partnerships (LLPs) meeting the same criteria as large unquoted companies.

• Total energy consumption from various sources such as  electricity, gas and fuel.
• Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with energy use, calculated in tonnes of CO₂ equivalent.

• Intensity ratio, which measures GHG emissions per unit of turnover or output.
• Description of energy efficiency measures taken during the year.