The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as of 6th November 2025 released the second consultation draft of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0. It’s a clear evolution from the previous consultation version. We have provided a few initial key takeaways on what’s fundamentally new. Read more
In this Q&A, Associate Director Athanasios Patsos discusses why low carbon heat is becoming a buzzword, and how corporates and manufacturers can start decarbonising heat without investing too much money and effort. He explains how not to get caught in the vicious cycle of reactionary replacements, how the peculiarities of every site affect the decarbonisation approaches needed, and how Verco helped a leading manufacturer navigate these issues. Read more
With the recent release of 2025 results, GRESB is the word on everybody’s lips. As we approach the new year, make sure you’re prepared to get your best score yet. Read more
Verco’s Bethan Phillips explains how current commercial trends and pressures make a convincing case for optimising buildings now. Read more
October is Diversity Awareness Month. In this article, Helen Reed, Verco’s Director of People and Wellbeing, discusses how diversity is an integral part of the Verco mission, and what we're doing to encourage inclusion this month and beyond. Read more
This summary of our recent webinar on ESG Assurance details the advice and insight given by Verco experts Mark Challis and Jing Wang. During the session, they answered the questions they are most frequently asked about assurance, covering verification, pre-assurance, limited and reasonable assurance and more. Read more
On Tuesday 14th October, Verco’s Chorley team returned to residential activity centre Bendrigg Trust as volunteers. They spent the day organising and auditing, glad to support such an impactful charity. Read more
A summary of our podcast on what assurance is, why demand for it is growing and which regulations you need to consider. Read more
Property Week’s ESG Edge Conference aims to bring professionals from across the real estate sector together to discuss the most pressing ESG challenges. If you’ll be at the event on 13th November, come and say hello to the Verco team. Read more
From early 2026 private equity (PE) will need to consider whether to renew PE SBTs or to use the FINZ Standard. The window for a considered choice closes in 2026, leaving PE with only the FINZ option thereafter. This article helps you navigate that decision and de-mystify FINZ for PE. Read more
Explore how Combined Heat and Power (CHP) schemes are evolving in the UK’s carbon landscape. Learn about CHPQA incentives, efficiency optimisation, and strategic considerations for aligning CHP with net zero goals. Read more
Enhancing your building's energy performance should be a priority, regardless of how ambitious your net zero targets are- yet this potential is often overlooked. In this webinar, Verco experts demonstrate how a well-executed optimisation strategy can unlock cost-effective improvements, with returns achievable within a single service charge cycle. Read more
Verco's Liath Campbell was among the early cohort completing the SBTi Professional Certification. In this article, we talk to Liath about her experience. Read more
Companies must solve the capital-allocation issue in delivering on net zero targets. This article outlines the CapEx challenge and considerations for your capital planning to protect IRR. Read more
Μάθετε πως το net zero λογισμικό μας μπορεί να σας βοηθήσει με τiς προσπάθειες απανθρακοποίησης της επιχείρησης σας. Ένα webinar στα Ελληνικά, με τη δυνατότητα ερωτήσεων και στα Αγγλικά. Read more
Senior Consultant Mariya Chervonogradska explains the latest thinking on climate risk assessments in real estate, including her findings from trialling multiple third-party software tools. Read more
We're pleased to have been shortlisted in this category, which seeks to reward ambitious, high-performing teams who advise businesses and/or homeowners about energy efficiency savings and measures. Read more
In this final part of the summer series on overcoming the cost of decarbonisation, we focus on making the business case for decarbonisation and the need for a clear return on investment. Read more
Andries van der Walt will appear on a panel discussing how to decarbonise buildings at scale using smart building analytics. Read more
NABERS UK Energy for Offices ratings are continuing to gain traction amongst investors, building owners and even occupiers, with material improvements in energy performance beginning to be measured, verified and certified. Owen Porter, licensed NABERS UK assessor, shares his experience of the rating scheme. Read more