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Guides, updates and best practice for carbon reporting, SECR and sustainability consulting.
Am I still in scope for SECR? The threshold trap explained
The Companies Act and SECR thresholds have decoupled. Here's how to work out whether your business still needs to report — and what to do if you're not sure.
Best Carbon Accounting Software for UK SMEs: An Honest Comparison (2026)
Honest 2026 comparison of UK SME carbon accounting tools — strengths, weaknesses, and which platform fits which type of business.
The Carbon Trust Calculator Is Gone — What UK SMEs Should Use Instead
The Carbon Trust SME carbon calculator has been retired. Here’s what UK SMEs should use instead and why free tools may not be enough.
Sage Earth vs. Dedicated Carbon Software: When You Need More Than an Estimate
Sage Earth is great for a first look at your carbon footprint. But when a customer asks for Scope 3 by category, you need activity-level data.
The Accountant's Guide to Carbon Reporting: SECR, UK SRS, and What Your Clients Actually Need
Accountants are now expected to handle carbon reporting. This guide explains which UK frameworks apply, what data to collect, and when to use software or a consultant.
SECR Is Being Phased Out — Here's What That Means for Your Data
The January 2026 SECR evaluation signals the regulation's absorption into UK SRS. For companies already reporting SECR, this is a transition — not a threat.
Two-Thirds of UK SMEs Can't Categorise Their Emissions — Why Your Carbon Tool Should Do It for You
65% of UK SMEs can't categorise emissions into scopes. Why your carbon tool should handle Scope 1, 2, and 3 automatically, not your finance team.
SECR Is Plateauing — Here's What Comes Next for UK Carbon Reporting
DESNZ’s SECR evaluation shows returns flattening just as UK SRS and FCA CP26/5 make Scope 3 data requests unavoidable for SMEs in listed supply chains.
UK SRS for SME suppliers: what your large customers are about to ask you
UK SRS is published and listed companies are planning their first disclosures. Here are the five data points SME suppliers will actually be asked to provide — in plain English.
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