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ESOS reporting and audits
STAY ESOS COMPLIANT WITH PLANET MARK
The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) requires large UK organisations to measure and report on their energy consumption every four years.
To comply with the ESOS reporting requirements, in-scope organisations must detail an ‘action plan’ for reducing their energy consumption. They must also share progress updates in the subsequent two years. The policy is currently in Phase 4, with the next deadline for compliance being the 5th December 2027.
Keep reading to learn more about conducting an ESOS audit and reporting on your action plan – and how Planet Mark can help.
ESOS reporting requirements – at a glance
Download our starter guide for an overview of the ESOS reporting requirements you need to know and the different routes to compliance.
FAQs
What is ESOS?
The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme mandates energy audits every four years for large UK organisations. It helps your organisation identify and optimise energy efficiency measures to decrease consumption.
For more about the scheme, its regulations, and why we’re best-placed to help you conduct an ESOS audit, check out our guide: Everything you need to know about ESOS compliance.
Who needs to comply with the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme?
Large* UK corporate undertakings and their corporate groups that meet either of the following criteria:
- Employs 250 or more people; or
- Has an annual turnover of over £44 million and an annual balance sheet total of over £38 million
*If you are close to the threshold and growing, it is recommended that you comply.
Public sector organisations are generally exempt.
Why should my organisation complete an ESOS audit?
Reduced energy bills
Completing an ESOS audit will put your organisation in the best position to start understanding its energy consumption and building robust energy reduction strategies.
Phase out operational inefficiencies
Our experts audit and report your organisation’s energy consumption with recommendations to help phase out energy inefficiencies.
A stepping stone to net zero
Our team of ESOS lead assessors can support your organisation to turn your audit outcomes into credible net zero action plans.
Avoid financial penalties
Failure to comply with the ESOS assessment and reporting requirements can put your organisation at risk of fines of up to £50,000 by the Environmental Agency (EA).
Track your carbon policy responsibilities
Which sustainability reporting standards and policies do you need to comply with? Find out with our free tracker.
How can Planet Mark help with ESOS reporting?
As a team of net zero experts, we can support you to produce ESOS audits and action plans as part of our annual membership solution, the Net Zero Certification Programme.
Guiding you through four certified milestones, the Programme provides all the support you need to measure, reduce, and report on your carbon footprint, credibly.
Here are the steps we’ll take to prepare you for ESOS compliance when you join the Net Zero Certification Programme.
OUR STEPS
Start with a consultation
To start, you’ll have a consultation with our carbon measurement experts. We’ll discuss everything from your energy usage goals to your organisation’s requirements, and also give you the chance to learn more about the process of undergoing an ESOS audit.
Measure your site’s energy
Next, ESOS lead assessors will visit your site to measure your organisation’s energy usage, in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. With this information, we’ll be able to make tailored recommendations for how to manage your energy consumption.
Define your sustainability roadmap
Finally, we’ll develop an ESOS report that highlights your energy usage and recommends reduction strategies. This will form part of a broader roadmap to net zero, designed to help your organisation reduce its entire carbon footprint and make measurable climate action.
Measure and report on your emissions
Start reducing your organisation’s carbon emissions, including your total energy consumption. Explore our net zero consultancy services to learn how.
ESOS
More resources for your energy saving journey
Complying with ESOS Phase 3
Simple ways businesses can reduce their energy costs
4 key steps involved in energy management
Prepare for ESOS reporting with Planet Mark
We can help you meet your ESOS reporting responsibilities while making meaningful climate action. Talk to an expert to get started.