Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR)

What is SECR?

Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) is a mandatory UK government framework that replaced the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) Energy Efficiency Scheme in April 2019. The aim is to simplify the reporting process for companies and reduce emissions from business and industry by 80% by 2050.

What must companies do to comply with SECR?

From 1^st April 2019, companies must report on their scope 1 and 2 emissions, energy use from electricity, gas and transport, and provide narrative commentary on any energy efficiency action undertaken in the past 12 month reporting period. Eligible companies must include SECR in their Directors' Report, or similar section, in their annual report for all financial years starting on or after the 1^st April 2019. E.g. If your financial reporting year is 1st April – 31st^th March, you will need to start gathering data from 1^st April 2019 ready to include SECR in the 2019/2020 Annual Report.

Due to the time and complexity of the work involved, many seek out the services of specialist consultancy companies, which we encourage you to do at the earliest opportunity. You can contact our experienced team of consultants by following the link below or using the contact details at the bottom of the page

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Which companies are eligible for SECR?

The eligibility criteria for SECR is broader than the Energy Savings Opportunities Scheme (ESOS) and is expected to apply to around 11,900 companies across the UK. For comparison, only 4,000 companies had to comply with the previous CRC scheme. Companies already reporting on their energy use through ESOS and CRC can expect to be affected, however, SECR will also apply to:

Quoted companies of any size that are required to prepare a Directors’ Report
UK registered, unquoted large companies as defined in the Companies Act 2006. This refers to companies that fulfil at least two of the following three conditions
in the financial year for which they are reporting:

- at least 250 employees
- an annual turnover of £36m or more and/or
- an annual balance sheet total greater than £18m

There are some exemptions, which our consultants will be happy to advise you of.

How to meet SECR Compliance

SECR is a desk-based assessment that typically takes a few days to complete. Our experienced consultants will talk you through the data required and produce a report for inclusion in your director's report, eliminating the risk of non – compliance...

Elmhurst Energy Consultancy has over 25 years' experience in the building and energy compliance industry, and are experts in the field of carbon and energy reporting. Our highly-trained consultants will be happy to advise you on your company's eligibility to undergo an SECR report and the appropriate steps to take. You can contact the team on 01455 883 259 or email us at consultancy@elmhurstenergy.co.uk