UK companies reluctant to obey CO2 ratings’ rules
Nearly three quarters of UK companies are refusing to comply with new legislation for energy use disclosure.
A report in The Independent shows a reluctance from British companies to disclose the amount of heating and lighting they waste for commercial properties they rent out or sell.
This shows a worrying pattern that may cause the UK to miss its European Union target to reduce 20% by 2020. It is estimated that about one fifth of British emissions come from industry and commercial activity. (more…)