The Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting – SECR – framework requires manufacturers and engineers to disclose:

1. Energy consumption

a. Total electricity, gas, and other fuels used by the organisation

b. Include transport energy where applicable

2. GHG emissions

a. Scope 1 (direct emissions)

b. Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased electricity, heat, or steam)

c. Optional Scope 3 reporting (e.g., business travel, logistics, supply chain)

3. Energy efficiency actions

a. Operational or capital projects that reduce energy consumption

b. Examples: ISO 50001 energy management projects, ESOS audit recommendations, on site solar generation

4. Methodology

a. Basis of calculations, conversion factors, and assumptions

b. Alignment with recognised standards (e.g., ISO 14064, GHG Protocol)

The report is included in the directors’ report and submitted to Companies House, ensuring public visibility.

Integration with ISO and PAS Accreditations

SECR reporting leverages existing ISO and PAS frameworks:

1. Standard: ISO 50001 – Contribution to SECR: Provides operational energy data and performance tracking

2. Standard: ISO 50002 – Contribution to SECR: Generates energy audit findings for disclosure of efficiency actions

3. Standard: ISO 14064 – Contribution to SECR: Supplies verified GHG emissions data (Scope 1 & 2)

4. Standard: ISO 14067 / PAS 2050 – Contribution to SECR: Supports product level carbon reporting if desired

5. Standard: PAS 2060 – Contribution to SECR: Demonstrates verified carbon-neutral initiatives

6. Standard: Carbon Trust Standards – Contribution to SECR: Provides independent verification of reductions

Integration reduces reporting duplication, ensures data accuracy, and strengthens the credibility of disclosed information.

Additional Resource

If you’d like to learn more about SECR and other operational improvement / cost reduction related accreditations, please request a complimentary copy of our factories guide book – Planet meets Profit.