Tag Archives: Sustainability iQ

Growing Pressure to Understand Energy Usage

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Causeway

Businesses and central government organisations are to come under increasing pressure to understand their energy consumption and improve it, following the EU’s approval of a new Energy Efficiency Directive (ratified on 11th September 2012).

As part of a raft of measures designed to improve energy efficiency, the Directive will require all businesses except SMEs (small and medium sized enterprises) to carry out energy audits every four years. They will then be expected to take action to improve their energy performance based on the opportunities identified by the audit. Continue reading →

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The Challenge of Mandatory Emissions Reporting

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Causeway

Under plans announced by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg at the Rio+ 20 Summit, the UK will be the first country to make it compulsory for companies to include figures on their greenhouse gas emissions in annual reports. This will apply to all businesses listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and will come into effect in less than a year.

The underlying reasoning for the move is that businesses that understand their emissions are better equipped to manage, and reduce, them. The government calculates that mandatory emissions reporting could save four million tonnes of carbon dioxide by 2021.

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UAE Businesses Need to Pay Attention to Sustainability iQ

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Causeway

Across the UAE, businesses are being urged to improve their green credentials and involve them in their CSR policies.

Amongst the organisations taking part in the June’s CSR Summit is the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which will demonstrate how it is “locking CSR into its core business”.

“We have been working hard to improve the environmental performance of our head office since 1998. Originally, we were focused on water and energy efficiency but in 2007 we began focusing on waste management and recycling, and in 2008 we decided to extend our efforts to include green transport and purchasing.” Continue reading →

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Standardising Energy Management

Posted on February 12, 2012 by David Bell

The Energy Institute is calling on all public and private sector organisations to take a more responsible and strategic approach towards energy efficiency in the workplace. The Institute’s Knowledge Manager Gareth Parkes, in an article published on i-fm.net, also cites the new international standard ISO 5001 as a way of establishing the necessary systems and processes. Continue reading →

Posted in Facilities Management, Maintenance, News, Sustainability iQ | Tagged CRC EES, energy, Green, Support Services Bulletin February 2012, Sustainability iQ | Leave a comment

Bold Claims Lacking Substance

Posted on November 30, 2011 by David Bell

The results of a research project at the University of Leeds indicate that many of the organisations making bold claims about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) achievements are using incorrect and irrelevant data.

The research, carried out by the University’s Sustainability Research Institute, analysed over 4,000 CSR reports and found unsubstantiated claims, gaps in data and inaccurate figures. This was particularly noticeable in sustainability reporting – one company stated that its carbon emissions were equivalent to four times the total carbon emissions of the planet! Continue reading →

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Seek to Delight, Not Disappoint

Posted on October 21, 2011 by David Bell

Figures just released by BSRIA indicate that many M&E maintenance contractors are disappointing their customers, rather than delighting them. These results come from the latest BSRIA M&E Maintenance Contractor Customer Satisfaction survey, which looks at a range of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

The KPIs with particularly low satisfaction scores were communication and innovation, though other key areas such as Planned Preventative Maintenance, site management and relationships also failed to impress.

I would hazard a guess that the companies performing least well in these areas are those that are also failing to take advantage of the technologies that would improve their customer service. Continue reading →

Posted in Causeway Vixen, Customer Service, Facilities Management, Maintenance, News, Sustainability iQ, Telematics | Tagged construction software, construction software uk, facilities management software uk, maintenance contractors, Sustainability iQ, sustainability software uk, Telematics, Vehicle Tracking, Vixen | Leave a comment

Go Green for More Business

Posted on October 10, 2011 by David Bell

A survey carried out by the Carbon Trust shows that there will be considerably more pressure on suppliers to multi-national companies to maintain accurate records of their carbon performance. Those that don’t may find themselves losing out on bigger contracts.

The survey showed that 58% of multi-national companies will be prepared to pay a premium to low carbon suppliers, because of the positive impact it has on their own carbon footprint. It also indicated that 29% of suppliers could lose coveted positions in ‘green supply chains’ if they fail to maintain adequate records on carbon performance. Continue reading →

Posted in Facilities Management, Maintenance, News, Sustainability iQ | Tagged carbon emissions, carbon performance, Carbon Trust, construction software, construction software uk, facilities management software uk, Green, Sustainability iQ, sustainability software uk | 1 Comment

Solutions for the FM Community at Total Workplace Management

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Support Services

We are pleased to be exhibiting our range of products for entire FM community, at Stand E73 of Total Workplace Management (TWM), the FM and Estates Event, from 11-12 October 2011. Continue reading →

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Carbon Reduction: The Pressure’s on – and Rising!

Posted on October 4, 2011 by David Bell

In his address to the Conservative party conference, Chancellor George Osborne expressed a desire to protect businesses from financial pressures, such as the rising price of energy. He also commented that the UK should not be expected to reduce its carbon emissions any faster, or slower, than the rest of Europe.

This means high energy users will still have to participate in the Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme (CRC EES) and be taxed on their carbon emissions, as well as finding the funds to pay for more expensive energy. Consequently, it now makes even more commercial sense to take control of energy consumption. Continue reading →

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Great Feedback from Client Days

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Support Services

We are delighted to announce that our September client days in London and Manchester were huge successes! They were the ideal chance for customers using our mobile, vehicle tracking and facilities management solutions to meet our team, network with our other customers and get involved in workshops, to learn how to unlock the full functionality of their solutions.

“The day was excellently presented. Great to understand the Causeway family and all the different elements of the company. Fully enjoyed the day, met all my expectations. Great to meet all the Causeway people and find out more about the products.” – Ken Rose of Sage (UK) Ltd.