SECR reporting services helping UK small businesses calculate and disclose their energy use and carbon emissions

SECR Reporting

Need compliant SECR reporting or verification?

Streamlined Energy & Carbon Reporting (SECR) is mandatory for qualifying UK companies. We support you to create a compliant report from scratch, or verify your existing one, to protect your reputation and unlock opportunities.

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How do we make SECR reporting manageable for your business?

We turn SECR into a tool for improvement, not just compliance. Built on activity-based measurement and GHG Protocol standards, we deliver quality-assured reports while embedding carbon reduction into operations - strengthening your business, not just ticking boxes.

  • Calculate accurate Scope 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3 emissions using recognised standards

  • Build a compliant SECR report with narrative, methodology, and intensity metrics

  • Create a practical action plan that turns reporting into ongoing improvement

What does SECR reporting include?

SECR requires qualifying organisations to report annual energy use, fuel use and carbon emissions in their company accounts. We make this straightforward by handling the calculations, reporting, and next steps - so you stay compliant and know what to do next.

Energy and Fuel Use

We help collate your energy and fuel use and calculate emissions using recognised standards, with minimal input needed.

Practical Planning

Establish a practical action plan and simple management system to help you reduce your business emissions year on year.

Assured Reporting

Receive a quality-assured SECR report written for your Directors’ Report, ready to include in your company annual accounts.

What should you know before tackling SECR?

SECR isn't just a compliance exercise - it's increasingly used by stakeholders to judge environmental maturity. Strong reporting requires accurate data, clear methodology, and credible outputs that can withstand scrutiny from clients, investors, and procurement teams.

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Start
early

SECR obligations often surface late in the financial year, creating unnecessary pressure on already-stretched teams.

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Centralise
your data

Energy bills, travel records, and mileage logs sit in different systems - gathering complete, accurate information takes time.

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Follow recognised
standards

GHG Protocol compliance and UK government conversion factors ensure your report is credible and defensible.

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Think beyond
compliance

SECR outputs feed into Carbon Reduction Plans, supplier assessments, and ESG frameworks - getting it right now saves duplication later.

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Quality assurance
matters

Errors in methodology, emissions factors, or boundary definitions quietly undermine credibility and create future headaches

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“The Green Business team were very knowledgeable but warm to work with. They have reviewed our energy and carbon data collection and report, provided quality assurance through checks and pointers for improvement. All work was done to a high standard of professionalism and I would definitely recommend working with them.”

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Do you need SECR support urgently?

We've supported clients to complete quality-assured SECR reports in a matter of days once data is gathered, helping teams meet financial year-end deadlines at pace without compromising on accuracy.

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What makes SECR reporting challenging for SMEs?

SECR compliance shouldn't feel overwhelming, but for many organisations, fragmented data, technical complexity, and tight timelines create genuine pressure. You don't need to be a carbon expert to get it right; you just need someone in your corner who is.

Late discovery
creates panic

SECR obligations often surface late in the financial year, creating last-minute scrambles for already-stretched finance and operations teams.

Technical complexity
overwhelms

Government guidance, emissions factors, and GHG Protocol methodology feel daunting when you're juggling day jobs.

Scattered data
systems

Energy bills sit with landlords, mileage logs with staff, travel and fuel data in finance systems - gathering complete, accurate information takes real effort.

Regulatory compliance
requirements

SECR forms part of Directors' Reports, enforced by the FRC and submitted to Companies House, making accurate reporting a legal obligation.

No internal
carbon expertise

SECR lands on someone's desk as an add-on to their finance or operations role, creating stress and inefficiency.

Data without
context

Without expert interpretation, numbers lack meaning and reduction opportunities get missed.

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We're human first

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Expert support

Access to real people, not just
a software tool

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Built for SMEs

Tailored for the needs of
smaller teams

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Real world experience

Over 300 SMEs supported
and counting

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Simple, effective tools

No technical knowledge
needed

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Deep expertise

Decades of environmental know-
how guiding you

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Plain English

Jargon-free guidance that
actually makes sense

Help for every step of the way

We guide you through three clear steps to deliver a compliant SECR report and build a foundation for ongoing improvement.

1. Collaborative Discovery

A personal consultation to root sustainability in your business, identifying what is proportionate and relevant without the jargon.

2. Practical Strategy

We create a bespoke roadmap for your business, providing the human-led guidance needed to turn your environmental intent into impact.

3. Verified Progress

Gain certification and ongoing support to prove your evidence-led integrity and help your business grow greener and stronger.

What happens if you don’t comply with SECR?

SECR is a mandatory requirement for qualifying companies. Non-compliance risks regulatory scrutiny, reputational damage, and commercial consequences - especially as clients, investors, and procurement teams increasingly use SECR outputs to assess supplier maturity and environmental credibility.

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The business case
for action

SECR isn't just a regulatory checkbox, it's a strategic tool that protects contracts, drives efficiency, and positions your business for growth.

Strengthen
credibility
and win work

Businesses that proactively report on ESG metrics see a 32% increase in customer loyalty (British Chamber of Commerce, 2023). Strong SECR reporting signals professionalism to clients and procurement teams.

Cut costs
through
efficiency gains

SECR reveals energy waste, avoidable travel, and process inefficiencies. UK SMEs implementing carbon strategies achieve 25-30% efficiency gains through resource optimisation (Profit Impact/SME Census).

Save internal time
and reduce errors

Without support, teams spend hours deciphering guidance and chasing scattered data. Expert assistance eliminates guesswork and ensures accurate, compliant outputs.

Build resilience
to economic
shocks

Businesses invested in carbon reduction are 25% more resilient to energy price spikes and economic volatility (University of Oxford, 2023). SECR helps you identify and act on these opportunities.

Future-proof
against rising
expectations

94% of UK government tenders now include environmental criteria (Cabinet Office PPN 06/21). Strong SECR foundations prepare you for expanded Scope 3, PPN 006, EcoVadis, CDP, and SBTi requirements.

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Who needs to comply with SECR?

SECR applies to UK quoted companies and large unquoted companies/LLPs that meet at least two of these thresholds: £36m+ turnover, £18m+ balance sheet total, or 250+ employees. Even if you're not formally in scope, many organisations choose SECR-aligned reporting because clients, investors, or procurement teams expect it.

What information do we need to provide for our SECR report?

You'll need UK energy use data (gas, electricity, transport fuel), Scope 1 and 2 emissions, relevant Scope 3 transport emissions, an emissions intensity metric (e.g., per employee or revenue), and a brief narrative describing energy-efficiency actions taken during the year. We guide you through gathering and organising all required data.

How accurate does our carbon data need to be?

SECR requires transparent, clearly stated methodologies. Data doesn't have to be perfect, but it must be credible, justifiable, and calculated using recognised standards (GHG Protocol and UK government conversion factors). We ensure your report meets these expectations through comprehensive quality assurance.

How long does it take to create a SECR-compliant report?

Time varies based on data accessibility. Typically, gathering energy bills, travel records, and mileage logs takes 1–4 weeks depending on business complexity. Once data is complete, we can deliver quality-assured  outputs within 14 days. Our structured process is far faster than attempting SECR alone.

What do we actually get at the end of the process?

Protocol-compliant carbon footprint covering Scopes 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3, (2) A fully compliant, quality-assured SECR report ready for your Directors' Report, (3) A practical Environmental Management System and action plan, (4) Green Business Certification as independent validation, and (5) Access to our portal for tracking, resources, and team engagement.

What if we have missing or incomplete data?

This is extremely common. We help you identify gaps, apply accepted estimation methods, and document assumptions transparently - ensuring your report remains compliant and credible even when perfect data isn't available.

Can SECR help us reduce emissions or is it just a reporting exercise?

SECR absolutely drives real reductions when paired with clear analysis and action planning. Our approach specifically ensures SECR becomes a tool for continuous improvement, not an annual admin burden. We identify efficiency opportunities, cost-saving actions, and operational hotspots.

What's the risk if we try to manage SECR ourselves?

Organisations often encounter inaccurate data, missed disclosures, non-compliant methodology, wasted internal time, and reputational risks when attempting SECR alone. Working with us ensures reporting is accurate, efficient, and commercially safe.

Do we need to set net zero targets as part of SECR?

No. SECR requires disclosure of energy use and emissions, not target-setting. However, if you're preparing a Carbon Reduction Plan for NHS suppliers or PPN 006 compliance, you do need a formal net zero by 2050 commitment. We support both.

Can what we produce for SECR feed into other sustainability frameworks?

Yes. Your SECR footprint and methodology can be reused or adapted for Carbon Reduction Plans (PPN 006), B Corp, EcoVadis, CDP, and SBTi groundwork. Our process is intentionally designed to minimise duplication across frameworks.

How much does your SECR support cost?

Our pricing is designed to be accessible and is based on business size, business type, and the level of support required. Book a call with the team to get a tailored quote.

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