Energy Efficiency Stars scheme launches

FULHAM, U.K. - April 22, 2013 - PRLog -- E2B and Depower, the energy saving experts, have launched the Energy Efficiency Stars scheme, which recognises and supports small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to save cash and carbon through improving their energy efficiency.

The scheme follows on from the popular National Recycling Stars scheme which E2B has been running for over two years and has been adopted by around 200 businesses. The Energy Efficiency Stars scheme comes at an opportune time, given the rise in energy costs driven by declining UK oil and gas production and the £200 billion in investment required by the country’s power sector.

Research from the Carbon Trust indicates that SMEs can on average reduce their energy usage by 20 per cent, compared with the eight per cent seen for large businesses. By providing advice on best practices and showcasing achievements, the Energy Efficiency Stars scheme will help the UK realise this potential.

John Halfpenny, Energy Consultant at Depower, says: “Depower is delighted to be helping UK businesses to save energy, money and carbon. We aim to recognise, guide and reward companies that actively save energy – from those taking their first steps all the way up to those that have a great track record and want to do more.”  

The scheme puts the spotlight on companies that deliver on-going improvements in their energy efficiency. Only firms that do so are eligible for the Gold Award, the scheme’s highest accolade.

For more information on becoming an Energy Efficiency Star, please contact Sam Fenwick, E2B’s Community Manager at: sam.f@e2bgroup.com or 020 7042 3607.

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Notes for Editors

E2B is an online community for SMEs seeking to save cash and carbon, through improving energy efficiency and reducing waste. It acts as a meeting place where business owners and industry leaders can share best practices, swap tips and work together to improve the environmental performance of their businesses.

www.e2bpulse.com

Depower helps businesses save money, energy and carbon. It analyses their energy use, and then provides clear, simple information on how to reduce energy spend, providing them with the best possible information. It also tests and reviews energy saving products and services from a wide variety of suppliers to identify how well they really perform in real-world situations.

www.depower.co.uk

You can follow the progress of the Energy Efficiency Stars scheme via twitter at @E2B_Energy