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Half-Hourly Settlements: Turning Energy Data into Action

Most organisations don’t have a clear picture of how or when their buildings consume electricity, and that lack of visibility is often driving unnecessary costs. Buildings use electricity for heating, lighting, air conditioning, and hot water. Yet in many cases, consumption goes largely unexamined: energy is used, bills are issued, and payments are made without scrutiny. Without clear data, organisations can’t identify usage patterns, manage peak demand, or make informed deci

Spring Reset: Managing Energy Risk in a Volatile Market

As winter passes and energy demand begins to fall, many organisations see the spring and summer period as a natural pause in energy management activity. In reality, this quieter period presents one of the year's most important strategic windows. Energy markets remain volatile and difficult to predict. Geopolitical instability, supply constraints and changing demand patterns mean that price movements can occur quickly and often unexpectedly. While organisations have limited co

LCE is pleased to introduce Gio Mendoza as our new Energy Analyst

We are pleased to welcome Gio Mendoza to the LCE team. Recognising the continued impact of climate change, Gio is using his background in data and passion for sustainability to help clients on their journey to Net Zero through informed data-driven decisions. Darren Jones, CEO, says, "Gio is a welcome addition to the LCE team. His data skills have enabled him to hit the ground running and quickly get up to speed on our current projects. I look forward to seeing him grow withi

LCE is pleased to introduce Ahmed Jama as our new Energy & Sustainability Engineer

We are pleased to welcome Ahmed Jama to our expanding team. Ahmed's journey into the Energy and Environmental industry began while conducting a University project that focused on tackling aviation emissions. Learning about the scale of the challenge and the opportunities to make an impact led him down a path of exploring energy solutions and environmental strategies that can help to achieve a more sustainable world. Darren Jones, CEO, says, , "Ahmed is a welcome addition to

LCE is pleased to introduce Mark Armstrong, as our Principal Engineer

The LCE team is pleased to introduce Mark Armstrong as our Principal Engineer. Mark joined the company back in June and has made a very positive impact on the team. His journey into energy efficiency began back in 2004, while working in the Chemical sector, when he was tasked with a project to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption. The involvement in this project led to his evolution into Energy Management. Darren Jones, CEO says “Mark has been a great addition to th

Why Energy Efficiency Doesn't Require a Big Investment

It’s a misconception that energy efficiency is achievable only through large-scale spending on retrofitting existing systems and installing new technology. In reality, energy efficiency begins with simple, low-cost, or no-cost changes that build momentum, allowing an organisation to recoup its initial investment over a short period. Why Smaller Steps Matter Energy waste isn’t new, and the source is often complacency and the overlooking of bad habits. Making incremental chang

Low-Cost, No-Cost Energy Solutions for the Cold Months Ahead with REMS®

It’s officially Autumn, the leaves are changing, the weather is cooling, and it's time to raise the thermostat in the office. However, it’s not a secret that energy costs are high. If your organisation isn’t already invested in its energy management, it will likely be subjected to higher overheads and unnecessary waste, all of which will impact your bottom line. If your organisation were using REMS®, it would benefit from a proactive solution that delivers understanding with