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Ford reminds brokers of
mandatory CO2 measures
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pecial services manager Steve Ford at Allianz
Engineering reminds brokers of the imminent introduction of the government-backed Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme (CRC) which begins on April 1 which could affect around 20,000 UK businesses.
He states, “The new scheme gives brokers a chance to add real value to client relationships by making them aware of their regulatory requirements and advising on where to find energy assessment services to help reduce their carbon footprint. “The CRC is the latest step by the Government to reduce the
UK’s carbon footprint. Cutting back on energy use and becoming more efficient makes economic sense for firms at the best of times, but it’s even more important now given the challenging financial climate. By taking measures to improve energy efficiency, businesses can dramatically reduce their energy costs.”
The mandatory scheme was set out in the Climate Change Act 2008, and has been designed to raise awareness in large organisations and encourage changes in behaviour and infrastructure. Organisations that meet the qualification criteria, which are based on how much
electricity they were supplied in 2008, will be obliged to participate in CRC. This includes supermarkets, hotels, hospitals, local authorities and central government departments. Participating organisations must monitor their emissions and purchase allowances for each tonne of CO2 they emit. The more CO2 an organisation emits, the more allowances it has to purchase, providing a direct incentive for these organisations to reduce their emissions and improve the energy efficiency of their properties.
The scheme is to be run by the Environment Agency with further details available from the
Steve Ford
Department of Energy and Climate Change website.
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme user guide can be downloaded from www.decc.gov.uk
Doodsonand Crossfields create new group
ntertainment insurance brokers Doodson Broking Group UK and Crossfields Insurance Brokerage, USA have combined forces to create a new platform for the live music and entertainment sector. Established in 1964, Doodson has over 40 years’ experience and reputation while Crossfields are successful live music specialists. Neil Clayton, managing director of Doodson Broking Group says, “We have been searching for a first class US partner and in Crossfields we have a firm whose expertise is second to none.” Roger Sandau,
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CEO of Crossfields says, “This is the perfect partnership. Doodson and Crossfields share the same values and an unwavering focus towards client service and advice. This has been key to our respective success in the past and will be the foundation of our international business as we move forward together.” With five offices in the UK and North America, the group will continue to trade as Doodson Entertainment in Europe and Crossfields in the US, with plans for further expansion through controlled growth and acquisition on a global basis.
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