The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme is designed by government to require businesses to participate in lowering UK carbon emissions by engaging in energy saving projects to become more energy efficient. Formerly known as the Carbon Reduction Commitment scheme, it’s administered by the Environment Agency and forms an essential part of the UK’s commitment to reducing its overall carbon emissions in line with targets, so has green as well as money-saving credentials.

What does participation in the Scheme involve?

There are some basic key requirements for businesses whose energy usage requires them to participate in the Scheme. In particular, there are reporting requirements involved, as well as some basic costs required to register, participate and make applications for allowances under the Scheme. Additionally, from April 2011, participating organisations of all types will of course need to purchase carbon credits under the Scheme.