How do we get started with Net Zero?

Begin with a baseline of Scope 1, 2 and material Scope 3 emissions, then identify quick wins (no/low-cost savings), medium-term efficiency projects and long-term investments such as heat decarbonisation. To discuss the best starting point for your organisation, contact our team via https://www.energyplus.co.uk/contact/.

What are the key steps in a Net Zero Roadmap?

Typical steps include: (1) data collection and carbon baseline, (2) opportunity assessment and costed reduction pathway, (3) target setting (e.g., aligned to SBTi where appropriate), (4) implementation plan with timelines and responsibilities, (5) financing and incentives review, and (6) monitoring, reporting and continual optimisation.

How long does a roadmap take to produce?

For most SMEs, an initial roadmap can be completed in 4–8 weeks depending on data availability and the complexity of sites and fleets. Larger or multi-site organisations may require a phased approach across several months.

What does it cost and what savings can we expect?

Costs depend on scope, number of sites and data quality. Many actions deliver fast paybacks through reduced energy consumption, with typical efficiency projects achieving 15–40% savings. Your roadmap will prioritise measures by ROI, carbon impact and ease of implementation to maximise payback.

Will a Net Zero Roadmap help with compliance and tenders?

Yes. A robust roadmap supports disclosure frameworks and purchasing requirements and can complement schemes such as ESOS and SECR. Demonstrating a credible plan strengthens tender responses and supply-chain questionnaires.

Do you provide ongoing monitoring and reporting?

Your plan should include KPIs, milestones and regular reporting to track progress and keep savings on course. We can help set up practical measurement and verification so you can evidence results to leadership and stakeholders.

How can we get a tailored Net Zero Roadmap for our business?

Book a short discovery call and share your sites, energy data and objectives. We will outline a tailored scope, timeline and costs. Get started here: https://www.energyplus.co.uk/contact/.

Net Zero Roadmap for UK Organisations

Q: What is a Net Zero Roadmap?

A Net Zero Roadmap is a structured plan to measure your current carbon footprint, set credible targets, and deliver a sequenced programme of emission reductions across energy, transport, heat and waste, followed by offsetting only any hard-to-abate residual emissions.

A practical, step-by-step plan to reduce carbon, cut energy costs, and meet UK compliance – from baseline to delivery. Designed for businesses, public sector and multi-site estates across the United Kingdom.

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What is a Net Zero Roadmap?

A Net Zero roadmap translates your carbon ambitions into a costed delivery plan. It clarifies where emissions come from (Scopes 1, 2 and 3), which actions create the biggest impact, how to fund them, and when you will reach key milestones in the United Kingdom context.

Clarity

Define boundaries, set baselines to the GHG Protocol, and align targets with recognised frameworks such as SBTi and PAS 2060 (for carbon neutrality claims).

Action

Prioritised project pipeline across energy efficiency, electrification, on-site renewables, procurement, and supplier engagement.

Value

Costed business cases with savings, carbon impact, simple payback, and funding options relevant to UK organisations and estates.

Your UK Net Zero Roadmap – 6 Proven Steps

Baseline and boundary – Full Scope 1 & 2 baseline, material Scope 3 screening, and data gap strategy. Consolidation approach and site boundaries documented to GHG Protocol.
Compliance & governance – Align with UK requirements such as SECR, ESOS, and public sector procurement notes (e.g., PPN 06/21). Establish governance, roles, and reporting cadence (e.g., board dashboards, audit trail).
Efficiency first – Detailed energy audits to identify low-capex and fabric/controls improvements: LED, HVAC optimisation, BMS upgrades, compressed air, process optimisation, building envelope and behavioural measures.
Electrify heat and transport – Technology and feasibility for heat pumps, heat recovery, fleet transition plans and smart EV charging.
Renewables & procurement – Solar PV, battery storage, PPAs, green tariffs, demand shifting and flexibility services to reduce costs and grid emissions.
Residual emissions – Plan for hard-to-abate areas and credible removal-based offsets as a last resort, with annual improvement and independent assurance where appropriate.

You’ll receive a clear delivery plan with site-level actions, a master programme, capital profile, carbon abatement curve, and a reporting framework to keep everyone on track.

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What you’ll get

GHG baseline and data book
Prioritised project pipeline and abatement curve
Capex, savings, payback and IRR ranges
Grants and funding guidance (UK-specific)
Supplier engagement and procurement steps
Measurement & verification plan

Why choose Energy Plus?

End-to-end delivery

From strategy and audits to installation support and post-project verification.

Data-driven

Robust metering, monitoring and dashboards for clear progress tracking.

UK grants & funding

Guidance on relevant schemes, finance options and procurement models.

Compliance ready

Roadmaps that support SECR, ESOS, tender requirements and customer disclosures.

Funding and incentives in the United Kingdom

We help you explore applicable funding routes and incentives. Depending on your organisation and sector, options may include public sector decarbonisation funding, industrial transformation funds, green finance, power purchase agreements, and capital allowance strategies. We also assess whole-life cost and inflation impacts to prioritise projects that deliver the strongest value.

Grant readiness support: evidence packs, energy data, and business cases
Supplier-neutral technology appraisals to ensure competitive tenders
Financing models: capex, as-a-service, PPAs and lease options

How we measure and report progress

Transparent reporting is central to every Net Zero roadmap we build. We match your reporting cadence and provide simple, decision-ready dashboards that connect activity to results.

Alignment to GHG Protocol categories and UK grid factors
Scopes 1, 2 and material Scope 3 tracking with reduction levers
Energy performance indicators (EnPIs) with weather and production normalisation
Optional alignment with ISO 50001 energy management practices
Supplier data improvement plans and annual assurance pathway

Typical outcomes

Many organisations achieve rapid savings through low-cost measures while planning medium-term investments for deeper carbon cuts. Results vary by site, but a structured roadmap ensures opportunities are sequenced for maximum impact and affordability.

Ready to start your Net Zero roadmap?

Share a few details and our UK team will be in touch to arrange a discovery call. We’ll discuss your goals, sites and timelines, and advise on the fastest, most cost-effective path to Net Zero.

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Supplier-agnostic, evidence-based advice
Clear commercial cases your board can support

See a sample Net Zero roadmap

Preview a typical table of contents and outputs: baseline summary, opportunity register, abatement curve, capex timeline, and reporting pack.

Who we help

Manufacturing & logistics

Process heat, compressed air, motors, warehousing and fleet electrification.

Education & public sector

Estate-wide plans that support funding applications and long-term asset strategies.

Commercial & retail

Multi-site roadmaps that improve resilience, comfort and operational cost.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a Net Zero roadmap take?

Most organisations receive a complete roadmap within 6–12 weeks, depending on the number of sites, data availability and required stakeholder workshops.

Do you cover Scope 3 emissions?

Yes. We perform a materiality assessment to prioritise Scope 3 categories (e.g., purchased goods, transport, waste, business travel) and develop a supplier engagement plan.

Will this help with ESOS and SECR?

Our method aligns with UK schemes and provides the data, audits and governance to support ESOS and SECR reporting, as well as customer and investor disclosures.

Can you help implement projects?

Yes. We remain supplier-agnostic while supporting specification, tender evaluation and post-installation verification to ensure results match the business case.

How do you measure success?

We track energy, cost and carbon against the baseline using metered data, recognised emissions factors and agreed normalisation methods, with board-level dashboards.

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Not sure where to start? Our team can review your current position and outline immediate wins within your first call.

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Let’s build your United Kingdom Net Zero roadmap

Cut carbon. Lower costs. Win tenders. We’ll guide you from first baseline to verified results.

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Updated on 31 Dec 2025