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How to maintain your compressed air system
Maintenance procedures which can help to make sure your compressed air system runs smoothly and efficiently.
Upgrade your compressed air systems and equipment
Points to consider around efficiency and cost-effectiveness before you purchase new compressed air components.
Match lighting to the building, the layout and occupancy
Different types of business and business activity need different lighting systems for maximum efficiency.
How to draw up a compressed air action plan
A step-by-step action plan for your business to make your compressed air system more energy efficient.
Efficient zonal and sensor lighting controls
Different types of lighting control help to ensure that lights are only on when needed in your business.
Six top tips for efficient business lighting
Top tips and suggestions for improving the lighting system in your business in order to reduce energy costs.
Upgrade and refurbish lighting systems
Energy-efficient lighting systems reduce energy costs, improve light quality and comply with building regulations.
How to reduce the need for lighting
Making good use of natural lighting and reducing electrical lighting to save energy and cut costs in your business.
Lighting system design
The properties of different types of lamp and where to use each type most appropriately in your business.
How to produce and sell compost
Setting up composting facilities for dealing with food and green waste and how it can benefit your business.
Carbon emissions trading and reporting schemes
Guidance on government schemes requiring the reporting of business carbon emissions and emissions trading schemes.
Company cars
The benefits of company cars for businesses and employees, the tax implications and suggested policies to put in place.
European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)
Which businesses are covered by the EU Emissions Trading System and what they must do to meet their obligations.
UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS)
What businesses must do to meet their obligations if they are covered by the UK Emissions Trading System.
Car allowance or company car?
A car allowance is a flexible alternative to a company car but consider if this will add extra burdens on employees.
What is a company car?
Company cars can offer businesses and employees substantial savings on transport costs for essential car users
Company car policies
How to draw up a company car policy for your business including an approved car list and a downloadable template.
Odour, dust and smoke nuisances
How you can avoid causing odour, dust and smoke nuisances and how to avoid facing enforcement action.
Construction noise and pollution
How to avoid causing nuisances on building sites from noise, vibration, pollution and site logistics.
Noise and vibration nuisances
How your business can avoid causing noise and vibration nuisances and how to avoid facing enforcement action.