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Firms not using carbon reduction technologies

Cost savings identified as an important factor, but only a third of businesses looking to smart meters

Energy costs are a concern for firms

Over half of businesses believe technology for carbon monitoring and measurement will have more impact on reducing their emissions than any other, according to a survey by Cisco and Greenbang.

When asked about motivations, 60 per cent of respondents cited cost savings as the biggest factor encouraging UK companies to improve energy monitoring and management.

Only 24 per cent cited legislation, despite the upcoming Carbon Reduction Commitment legislation due to start in April 2010.

All organisations that spend over an average of £500,000 a year will be required to monitor and report emissions under the CRC.

Some 40 per cent of respondents said they felt the CRC is ‘very confusing’ and that it will prove ‘difficult to implement and enforce’.

And many businesses do not seem to be employing technologies that will help them comply with the CRC. Less than half of those who believe smart meters are one of the most likely technologies to help with carbon reductions (62 per cent) have actually used them (29 per cent).

Dan Ilet, founder of Greenbang, which sponsored the research, said: "There is still a lack of strong leadership and education around carbon once the message filters down to mid-management and the general public.”

Firms not using carbon reduction technologies

Cost savings identified as an important factor, but only a third of businesses looking to smart meters

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