Our Impact in 2023
Greener Energy Futures’ Founder, Simon Pyne, writes:
“I set up Greener Energy Futures in 2019 because it was clear that many organisations wanted to tackle their climate impacts but didn’t know how to. It was also clear that we’d need to be able to demonstrate our own contributions and explore some of the challenges customers might face, too. With that in mind we’ve applied ourselves to investigating not only our emissions but also how we integrate that of being good corporate citizens as a part of our B Corp Certification. The result has not only been an affirmation of our values, but also a rewarding journey into a positive future, where organisations and individuals contribute to a better World.
I hope that reading our journey gives you inspiration on your journey to a greener future!””
Our Environmental Impact
In 2023 we significantly reduced our overall emissions and emissions intensity compared to the previous year, whilst maintaining revenues. We:
Used a carbon neutral shared office space and 100% Renewable Energy in the home office using Good Energy and Ecotricity
Travelled either by battery EV, public transport, walking or cycling to all meetings
Purchased only 2nd hand, reconditioned IT equipment from Backmarket
Invested in the most sustainable pension scheme for staff (Nest)
Shifted our corporate phone contracts to a BCorp & Sustainable provider, https://honestmobile.com/
In 2024, we will:
Calculate emissions more accurately using better datasets using Carbon Alt Delete and where possible, activity rather than spend data
Set a Net Zero goal date
Change more of our suppliers to lower-carbon or more sustainable options.
Our Community Impact
Simon & Jessie with staff at Hartcliffe City Farm
In 2023, Greener Energy Futures volunteered at 2 community gardens in Bristol, supporting the creation of local food sustainability at Hartcliffe City Farm and Grow Wilder
We donated 0.5% of Operating Profit to charitable causes
And we provided pro-bono carbon footprint support to Solid Bar Company to help them pursue accreditation.
In 2024, we will:
Continue to volunteer to support local initiatives
Offer lower cost advice to organisations whose remit supports vulnerable groups
Our Customer Impact
Andrew Hufford, Chief Executive of Penny Brohn Cancer Care with Simon Pyne; at their Somerset site
In 2023, Greener Energy Futures worked with 28 customers, visiting Fire Services, Schools, Retailers, Charities, Events companies, and Marketing agencies. On average, we identified £27,337 of energy savings and 59 tonnes of emissions reductions.
We received 6 5-star reviews from customers on Google
We standardised our reporting tools to streamline and improve the customer experience
In 2024, we will:
Invest in new carbon footprinting software to better support clients
Provide a standardised pricing tool for quotes
Introduce a regular customer newsletter
Our Governance
In 2023, turnover dropped 9% and net profit dropped 80% as we invested heavily in PR and in funding staff in our efforts to improve the brand and bring more revenue in-house. Spend on external energy consultants dropped by 40%. Advertising spend rose by 448%. We:
Gained B Corp Accreditation
Rebuilt the company website to provide clarity and effectiveness
In 2024, we will:
Cut overheads substantially to ensure financial sustainability
Ensure up to date NDAs for partner work
Introduce e-signatures to ensure contracts for all direct client work
Our Team
Amber Rochette, seconded as intern from our partner
In 2023 we hired and trained 6 interns on real client projects – Michelle, Amber, Will, Akshath, Florence and Qaiser. All made valuable contributions and we wish the best for their career tackling environmental challenges. We:
Provided relevant experience to support career advancement
Ensured all workers got paid at least a living wage
Hired 50% BAME interns and 50% women
In 2024, we will:
Agree expectations of internships
Aim to train 6 interns in the year