What is climate change?
Climate change is a topic widely discussed, highlighting the adverse effects of rising temperatures on our planet. But what exactly does it entail?
Climate change refers to a shift in the typical weather patterns experienced globally. In the 1850s, the annual mean land and ocean temperature stood approximately -0.4°C below average. Fast forward to today, and it’s now approximately 1°C above average. Although this may not seem like a substantial deviation, even a small increase in temperature can have far-reaching consequences, including severe heatwaves, escalating sea levels, and irreversible biodiversity loss.
Can businesses combat global warming?
Addressing climate change is a global imperative, necessitating action at the highest levels of governance. Events such as the COP climate summit serve as crucial forums dedicated to climate change discussions. Many nations have committed to achieving ‘net zero’ emissions by 2050, aiming to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and offset any remaining emissions by absorbing equivalent amounts from the atmosphere.
However, the responsibility to combat climate change isn’t solely on governments; businesses and individuals also play pivotal roles in achieving net zero emissions.
Individuals can implement various small-scale changes to reduce their carbon footprint. Likewise, educational institutions, like schools, can adopt energy-saving practices to lower costs. Our article ‘7 Easy Ways to Reduce Energy Costs in Schools‘ offers insights into such strategies. Nevertheless, significant strides toward combating global warming require more substantial efforts.
For instance, investing in commercial biomass heating systems offers a means to offset emissions by absorbing equivalent amounts from the atmosphere. Additionally, businesses with substantial electricity and hot water demands, such as spas and hotels, can benefit from Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems. These systems boast efficiency ratings exceeding 80% and contribute to reducing electricity expenses.
Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology represents another sustainable avenue for businesses to generate electricity and curtail energy costs by harnessing the sun’s abundant energy.
Embracing any of these solutions yields environmental benefits and propels companies towards their net zero emissions goals. Furthermore, it’s essential to recognise that both consumers and businesses increasingly favour companies committed to or actively working towards achieving net zero emissions status.
Efficient energy solutions
Our team of experts assists businesses with renewable energy, decarbonisation, and achieving net zero objectives. We offer specification, installation, servicing, and maintenance for all commercial Air and Ground Source Heat Pumps (ASHP/GSHP), Biomass Boilers, Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, Solar PV, Wind Turbine technology, Hydro-electric power generation, and EV Charging systems.
Contact us on 01733 595150 to discuss your requirements.
Like any energy solution, however, renewable energy systems require regular servicing to ensure optimal performance. Annual servicing of heat pumps, biomass boilers, gas boilers, and CHP systems can enhance savings by maintaining efficiency.
Our sister company, NRES, is a HETAS Registered Installer for Biomass Boiler installation and services. They are also ETA VIP Installers for Biomass boilers and Sokratherm VIP Installers for CHP solutions. We collaborate with NRES to provide servicing and maintenance solutions to our customers.