Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Made Simple
SECR reports prepared directly with our consultants. Stay compliant with UK requirements, reduce emissions, and improve energy use with clear, expert support.
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SECR & Energy Compliance Guidance
Our consultants work directly with your business to help you meet SECR regulations confidently — no jargon, no middlemen.
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Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting Services
We provide full SECR reporting and sustainability strategy support, giving you a clear path to energy savings and carbon reduction.
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Trusted SECR Experts for UK Companies
Our work is built on long-term relationships. Clients rely on us for honest advice, transparent pricing, and audit-ready results every time.
What is Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR)?
SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) is a mandatory UK framework introduced in 2019 that requires large companies to disclose energy use and carbon emissions in their annual financial reports.
The goal is to increase transparency, promote energy efficiency, and support the UK’s carbon reduction targets. By complying with SECR, organisations can demonstrate accountability, reduce emissions, and avoid penalties for non-compliance.
Who Needs to Comply with SECR?
A SECR report must be submitted alongside your annual accounts and include specific disclosures: your UK energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1 and 2), an emissions intensity metric, details of energy efficiency improvements, and a description of the methodologies used.
The final report is included within your Director’s Report and submitted to Companies House. At SECR Consultants, we handle the entire reporting process for you — ensuring your business meets every requirement on time and with complete accuracy.
What Are Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions?
In carbon reporting, emissions are categorised into Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3.
Scope 1
Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, such as company vehicles or on-site fuel use.
Scope 2
Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, or heating.
Scope 3
Scope 3 emissions cover all other indirect emissions that occur across a company’s value chain, including business travel, outsourced logistics, and supply chain activity.
Under SECR, only Scope 1 and 2 emissions are mandatory, but Scope 3 reporting is encouraged to provide a more complete picture of environmental impact.
About SECR Consultants
SECR Consultants specialise in Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) services for UK businesses. We help organisations stay compliant, improve efficiency, and demonstrate sustainability leadership.
We’re more than report writers — we’re your compliance partner. Founded with the mission to simplify sustainability, we offer practical, professional support that scales with your business.
About SECR Consultants
Explore our initiatives designed to support businesses in achieving energy and carbon goals.
SECR Training Sessions
We host occasional webinars and training for finance and sustainability teams who want to better understand SECR requirements and reporting techniques.
Supporting Future Carbon Experts
We provide informal mentoring to aspiring sustainability professionals and collaborate with universities and training providers.
Helping Small Businesses Stay Compliant
We offer discounted services for select non-profits and small UK businesses facing their first SECR report, ensuring compliance doesn’t become a burden.
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A Tangible Return on Investment
For any seasoned business owner, numbers speak louder than words. The financial rewards of energy efficiency are direct, measurable, and go straight to your bottom line. A successful business builds more than just profit; it builds a legacy. This is our contribution to the health and future of the city we all work in—a benefit for your staff, your community, and your own family.
Business Emissions Matter
UK businesses contribute over 18% of the country’s total CO₂ emissions. Tracking energy use is the first step to reducing your impact.
Electricity Use Adds Up
The average UK commercial building uses over 30,000 kWh of electricity annually — with lighting and HVAC as the biggest contributors.
Small Changes, Big Gains
Improving efficiency by just 10% can offset the annual carbon output of an average car — while supporting long-term energy resilience.
Energy Reporting Supports Net Zero
SECR and similar frameworks are designed to align businesses with the UK’s 2050 Net Zero target, increasing transparency and investor confidence.
Better Data, Smarter Operations
Organisations that measure and report energy use are more likely to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency gaps.
Sustainability Attracts Talent
Over 65% of UK professionals say they are more likely to work for a business with strong environmental commitments.
Approx. 180,000 kWh = annual electricity use of 50 UK households
1 tree absorbs about 22kg of COâ‚‚/year, equivalent to Planting 2,800 Trees
Offsets the Carbon of 30 Flights from London to New York. 1 round trip emits ~1.6tCOâ‚‚e.
Saves 1 Million Hours of LED Lighting.
Modern LEDs use ~85% less energy than traditional bulbs.
Cuts the Carbon of 100,000 km of Car Travel. Petrol cars emit ~120g COâ‚‚/km.
Prevents Over 70 Tonnes of COâ‚‚ Emissions. Based on reduced kWh usage through efficiency.
SECR Case Studies: Real-World Carbon Savings & Compliance Success
From energy cost savings to audit-ready reporting, see how SECR compliance created real value for UK organisations.
Supporting Smarter Carbon Compliance
Many UK businesses are facing increased scrutiny around energy use and emissions. Through clear reporting and expert guidance, SECR helps organisations take the first step toward reducing their carbon footprint and improving operational insight.
SECR for Growing Businesses
For companies new to SECR, meeting reporting obligations can feel overwhelming. Our consultants guide you through the process — from data collection to audit-ready reports — ensuring accuracy, confidence, and full Companies House compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions (SECR FAQs)
The SECR framework is a UK regulation requiring qualifying companies to report on their energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and efficiency measures annually. It aims to increase transparency and help the UK meet its net zero goals.
No. SECR typically applies to large UK companies that meet at least two of the following:
• £36M+ turnover
• £18M+ balance sheet total
• 250+ employees
Failure to submit a compliant SECR report may result in Companies House rejecting your annual accounts and reputational risks with regulators and stakeholders.
No, Scope 3 emissions are not mandatory under SECR — but including them can provide a more complete picture of your organisation’s environmental impact and improve your sustainability reporting.
Your SECR report must be included within your Director’s Report and filed with Companies House. It should cover energy use, Scope 1 and 2 emissions, an intensity ratio, and details of efficiency actions and methodology.
The SECR framework is a UK government regulation that requires large businesses to report their annual energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in their Directors’ Report. It promotes transparency and carbon reduction.
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