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Keep up with the latest company updates, opinion pieces, and news from the world of business energy.

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Meet our new Director of Net Zero

We’re thrilled to spotlight our new Net Zero Director, Andrew Walker, this week and congratulate him on his recent promotion. We caught up with him to chat about his role, the new challenges and his Amber highlights. How long have you been working at Amber, and what different roles have you had?  “I joined Amber […]

Gareth and Fiona talking about Orangebox and their work with Amber.

From chairs to change: How Orangebox is designing a sustainable future

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Finding the balance on the route to renewable energy

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Carbon neutral v Net Zero: What’s the difference?

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2024: an environmental review

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EPC ratings: A guide for landlords

AJ walker office photo at Amber HQ.
News

Meet our new Director of Net Zero

We’re thrilled to spotlight our new Net Zero Director, Andrew Walker, this week and congratulate him on his recent promotion. We caught up with him to chat about his role, the new challenges and his Amber highlights. How long have you been working at Amber, and what different roles have you had?  “I joined Amber […]

Gareth and Fiona talking about Orangebox and their work with Amber.
News

From chairs to change: How Orangebox is designing a sustainable future

We are thrilled to highlight Orangebox’s success on its journey to Net Zero and how they have combined product design with sustainability. Fiona Douglas, one of our Lead Net Zero Consultants, and Gareth Banks, Head of Sustainability at Orangebox, recently got together to tour their head office and reflect on our journey together so far. […]

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Opinion

Finding the balance on the route to renewable energy

Energy fuels our modern lives and is essential to heat homes, powering industries, and connecting communities. Yet, as we navigate the urgent transition to a low-carbon future, we must ask: what is the true cost of energy, and how do we find a balance on the journey to renewables? Among renewables, wind power has become […]

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Explainer

Carbon neutral v Net Zero: What’s the difference?

Carbon neutral and Net Zero are often confused, but they have distinct meanings and implications for businesses. To clear things up we broke down the key differences to help you choose the right path for your sustainability journey. Carbon neutrality in a nutshell When a business wants to achieve carbon neutrality, they need to balance […]

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News

2024: an environmental review

Last year marked significant advancements in sustainability and renewable energy. Our Net Zero team summarised the key environmental developments from 2024. January The UK government launched a Solar Taskforce aiming to expand solar power capacity nearly fivefold to 70 GW by 2035. This initiative focuses on utilising commercial rooftops, schools, warehouses, and car parks for […]

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Blogs

EPC ratings: A guide for landlords

In today’s world, energy efficiency has become a critical component of property management. For landlords and business site managers, understanding Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings is essential for regulatory compliance and attracting energy-conscious tenants. What is an EPC Rating? An Energy Performance Certificate is a legally valid document that provides an energy efficiency rating for […]

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Guides

A guide to meeting the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES)

The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard is a piece of legislation aimed at enhancing energy efficiency across commercial properties in England and Wales via their Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). These regulations apply to rented commercial buildings and carry significant implications for landlords and property owners. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard explained MEES sets out how properties should […]

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Opinion

Lessons from my first involvement in a corporate PPA

When setting out to finalise a corporate Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), the journey is filled with challenges, many of which only reveal themselves along the way. My first PPA deal was nothing short of an adventure, teaching me valuable lessons about balancing complexity and clarity while keeping the client’s needs at the forefront. Understanding and […]

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Interviews

Meet Alex Bannon, our Senior Energy Trading and Risk Manager

We’re thrilled to put the spotlight on Alex this week and congratulate him on his recent promotion to Senior Energy Trading and Risk Manager. We caught up with him to chat about his role, the challenges of managing energy risks, his Amber highlights, and life outside of the office. How long have you been working […]

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Guides

A guide to EcoVadis: Improving business sustainability credentials

EcoVadis is becoming the new standard for businesses who are actively seeking to represent their sustainability achievements. What is EcoVadis and what does it mean for businesses? EcoVadis is a globally recognised provider of business sustainability ratings. They have established a helpful platform that assists businesses in managing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), compliance, and […]

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Explainer

The evolving landscape of corporate PPAs

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are increasingly becoming a key consideration for businesses. Our recent blogs explain what a PPA is, the various options available and how they can be an important element of sustainable energy procurement. This article delves into the history of Corporate PPAs, how they have developed in recent years and the emerging trends […]

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Blogs

Real vs fake Christmas trees: Which is better for the environment?

The Christmas season is here and while it’s all about bringing cheer, our festive traditions can leave behind an environmental footprint if we’re not too careful. One key tradition that often sparks environmental debate is the choice of Christmas tree. So, which is better for the planet: a real tree or a fake one? Are […]

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