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Fixed or flex: which energy contract is best when prices are volatile?
Most types of flexible contracts are out of reach for medium sized businesses. Trident’s Frameworks solution changes this.
Why are energy bills so high?
How much have energy prices risen? Here in the UK, wholesale gas prices also influence the price of electricity - as we’re still very dependent on natural gas right across our energy system. In fact,...
3 quick tips for making in-year energy cost savings
Tip 1: Cut your energy consumption Reducing consumption might be easier than you think, and an energy efficiency audit is your best first step. While you may already have dealt with easy-fix options...
Science Based Targets Initiative explained...
What is the SBTi? The Science-Based Targets initiative, founded in 2015, is a partnership between CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Wide Fund for...
Bonn Climate Change Conference comes to a close as COP 27 draws closer
Progress since COP26 As COP27 draws closer, what progress has been made since COP26 took place in November? – Commitments to reducing emissions are the focal point in this assessment.
Net Zero Jargon Buster
Our handy jargon buster cuts through the complexity and provides simple, straightforward explanations of key buzzwords and phrases businesses need to know.
Trident shortlisted for two Red Rose Awards 2022
Trident shortlisted for two Red Rose Awards 2022 Lancashire Business View, in association with Forbes Solicitors and Barclays, finalised its shortlist for The Red Rose Awards last week and we are...
What to know in 2022 before installing on-site generation
The recent conflict in Ukraine and the potential threat to UK energy supplies has resulted in an upsurge in energy prices, on top of what were already historical highs. This has led the UK Government...
Calculating scope 3 emissions – challenges and opportunities -
Emissions along the value chain, often represent an organisation's biggest greenhouse gas impact. However, as they fall outside of the organisations’ direct control, they are often the most...
Trident Utilities relocates to Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone
Today, Trident Utilities has relocated premises to the Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone (part of the Lancashire Advanced Manufacturing & Energy Cluster) to accommodate further growth within the...
Prioritising Scope 3 emissions reduction
Carbon emissions from upstream activities will likely represent a significant portion of your carbon footprint, yet to date, they have not been the priority focus for most organisations.
COP 26 - First week pledges
Summary of pledges, commitments, and statements so far Mitigation The close of day one saw India pledge to target Net Zero emissions by 2070, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also outlining...
Trident shortlisted for seven TELCA 2021 awards
The prestigious TELCA awards celebrate the best in energy consultants, highlighting the dedication and commitment to customers and colleagues demonstrated by the sector over the last 12 months. The...
What to expect from COP26
What needs to be achieved at COP26? You can read more about the COP26 goals here. We’ve summarised the main aims below.
Budget 2021 response: key energy updates
Key climate and energy announcements Trident has delved into some of the key climate and energy-related pledges from yesterday’s Budget announcement below.
Care operators plead for government intervention to keep homes running
“The gas market has experienced high volatility especially for contracts over the winter period which has increased by nearly 300% since the start of the year.
Shorter week, save the planet? Scotland to trial four-day working week
A number of countries have already experimented with an abbreviated workweek, including Iceland, New Zealand and Japan. A happier workforce and an increase in productivity are the main drivers behind...
Government publishes first UK-wide Hydrogen Strategy
The strategy, which seeks to unlock £4 billion of investment, will support the creation of over 9,000 UK jobs and a number of new export opportunities. Low carbon solutions are critical to...
Carbon footprint overlooked by 89% of British businesses
The research suggests a lack of financial support and access to grants were amongst the main barriers preventing respondents from taking steps towards sustainability. A lack of awareness was another...
G7 Summit – False promises or a step in the right direction?
What Was Discussed? The final statement coming from the three-day meeting was that “We reaffirm the collective developed country’s goal to jointly mobilise $100 billion per year from public and...
UK Energy Industry - 2021 Budget Response
The chancellor expressed that the nations future economy requires investment in “green industries” across the country.
UK Government to launch emissions trading scheme in May
The UK Government to launch emissions trading scheme in May and to introduce an environmental watchdog in July. The UK Government has recently announced the date for the introduction of England’s...
Energy News Wrap Up - January 2021
The government anticipates that new homes should create up to 80% lower carbon emissions in contrast with current levels, with newly built homes and buildings to be delivering 31% lower carbon...
Energy after Brexit - Energy Supply smells a bit fishy
Where do we stand right now? From the transition period date, which was the 31st of December 2020, the UK’s energy supplies from the EU’s interconnectors are secure and we can continue to import...
COVID-19 Pandemic Update - Update from Trident Utilities
The situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic is changing rapidly and we want to keep you informed of our actions to ensure business continuity.
Climate Change Agreement Deadline Extension
Background In the Spring Budget 2020, the Government announced that the current Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme would be reopened to new entrants for a set period and extended for a further two...
Meet Team Trident: Alice Kelso
How long have you been working at Trident? 2 years and 4 months.
SECR compliance requirements - is your business ready?
SECR Prepare to ensure SECR compliance Richard Holdsworth interviews Derek Tonge (Engineering & Compliance Manager) to understand what SECR is about, how businesses can prepare to ensure SECR...
COVID-19 Update
Coronavirus Covid-19 update Firstly, and most importantly, can we take this opportunity to send our best wishes to all our customers, past, present and future, and your families at this extremely...
What should you expect from the UK Capacity Market freeze?
Will customers receive a refund for Capacity Market charges? It’s possible, but it all depends on whether or not the scheme gets reinstated in its current form. If the scheme is declared illegal,...
Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR)
SECR Reporting SECR mandatory energy and carbon reporting The SECR is a new mandatory energy and carbon reporting framework that is expected to replace the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme (CRC EES). It...
Autumn Budget Round-Up: Key environmental and energy related points
Budget Philip Hammond delivered his latest statement to Parliament Just six months on from the last Budget, Chancellor Philip Hammond delivered his latest statement to Parliament last week, with...
Electric vehicles get ready to power ahead
Volvo shifts focus toward electricity Manufacturing giant Volvo announced at the beginning of the month that it will cease production of petrol- and diesel-only engines from 2019. All new cars...
The world reacts as the USA abandons Paris Climate Agreement
Climate US withdraws from Paris climate agreement Shockwaves have been felt around the world following the news that the USA plans to withdraw its commitment from the Paris Climate Accord.
General Election 2017: manifesto pledges on energy and the environment
Election Manifesto Pledges Last month, we took a look at how the key contenders in this year’s snap General Election have previously approached the subject of energy and impacts on the environment....
General Election 2017: how the parties address energy and the environment
Election UK parties address energy and the environment Following the Prime Minister’s shock announcement to call an early General Election this June, voters from all walks of life must once again...
Broadband could become cheaper and faster as Openreach splits from BT
Openreach BT finally agreed to separate from its subsidiary Earlier this month, BT finally agreed to separate from its subsidiary Openreach following a ruling from the telecoms regulator Ofcom. The...
Spring Budget 2017
Spring Budget The UK de-carbonises its energy supplies Yesterday afternoon, the Chancellor presented the Spring 2017 Budget to Parliament. As with last year’s Autumn Statement, there was little in...
What does leaving the EU mean for UK environment regulations?
Brexit The British government prepares to leave the EU As the British government prepares for the long and challenging process of withdrawing from the European Union, doubts have been cast over the...
Renewable energy making positive strides for the future
Renewable energy Vital renewable energy to combat carbon emissions Renewable energy is growing increasingly vital to sustaining our energy usage and combatting carbon emissions. That’s why we’re...
The Brexit effect on wholesale energy prices
Brexit The energy market has faced other financial challenges Typically during the winter months, the increased demand in energy causes spikes in wholesale energy prices, with suppliers having to...
Autumn Statement 2016
Yesterday afternoon the Chancellor presented the Government’s Autumn Statement to Parliament. The Statement was short on energy-related announcements, however key points to note are;
Government green-lights fracking in Lancashire
Fracking Fracking final decision have been massively divided Despite constant protests from residents and previous rejection by local councils, fracking for shale gas will go ahead in Lancashire. The...
Positive Progress for the Paris Agreement
Paris climate agreement More countries ratify the agreement Last week saw the greatest progress on the Paris Agreement since opening for signature back in April. On top of the 11 countries newly...
A Smarter Approach to Energy
Trident release new ‘Smart Buyer’ energy cost reduction suite in 2016 Rising commercial energy costs are an ever-increasing issue for UK consumers and with the impact of significant increases in the...
Government Softens RO Blow to Onshore Wind
The projects that are eligible for the grace period will need to demonstrate either that they had planning consent on 18 June; that they have successfully appealed a planning refusal made on or...