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Turning complex carbon data into a net zero roadmap for a global distribution business

Discover how we helped a multinational supply chain and distribution organisation build on its mandatory carbon reporting to develop a comprehensive carbon footprint and practical net zero roadmap.

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Turning complex carbon data into a net zero roadmap for a global distribution business

What we think

Through detailed analysis, we were able to highlight key emission hotspots and provide recommendations to support our client’s net zero ambitions.”

Mamoona Butt

Energy and Carbon Analyst

Zenergi

What our client thought

Zenergi stood out for its structured and practical approach to carbon reporting and net zero planning. The ability to capture Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions in a consistent methodology, combined with clear, actionable outputs rather than just reporting, was key to our choice of partnering with Zenergi.”

Environmental Compliance Manager

Global distribution business

Like many large organisations, our client is required to comply with Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) requirements, which we have supported them with since 2022.

As its sustainability ambitions evolved, the organisation wanted to gain a more complete understanding of emissions across its entire operation. This meant moving beyond mandatory reporting to develop a full Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon footprint and establish a clear pathway to net zero.

A team effort

The scale and complexity of the organisation presented a significant challenge. Operating through multiple subsidiaries, each with varying levels of data quality, reporting practices and internal resources, means that creating a consistent group-wide view of emissions required a coordinated and structured approach.

To overcome the challenges, we developed a tailored data collection framework for each subsidiary, clearly defining reporting requirements and providing practical guidance to support accurate data submission.

Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, our team provided ongoing support to resolve queries, improve data quality and maintain momentum throughout the project.

Making an impact

With a comprehensive baseline in place, our client gained clear visibility of its carbon footprint, enabling the identification of key emissions hotspots. This means action can be focused where it will have the greatest impact.

Building on these insights, we developed a tailored net zero plan using our Net Zero Pathway methodology. This has provided the distributor with a practical roadmap of prioritised, achievable actions to drive emissions reduction across the organisation.

Driving results

Our approach enabled our client to move from fragmented data to informed, strategic action.

We solved the complexity of large-scale data collection while establishing a scalable framework for future reporting. Identifying Scope 3 as the largest emissions contributor has helped ensure carbon reduction efforts are directed where they will deliver the greatest impact.

The organisation can use data-driven insight to shape its sustainability strategy, embedding carbon reduction into decision-making and driving long-term change across the business.

The big picture

This project demonstrates the value of bringing consistency and structure to complex, multi-entity emissions data to provide a clear, organisation-wide view of emissions. Moreover, we translated that data into a practical net zero roadmap, with prioritised and costed actions to deliver meaningful carbon reduction.”

Chris Jermy Director of Customer Success Zenergi

Chris Jermy

Director of Client Success

Zenergi

Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS)

Our comprehensive service manages the entire process, from data collection to reporting. With energy and carbon analysts calculating energy consumption and identifying areas for improvement, and registered and qualified lead assessors on hand, you can achieve compliance, while improving energy efficiency and reducing costs.
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Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR)

We take care of the collation, calculations and reporting of energy consumption and carbon emissions for Scopes 1, 2 and 3. Our service not only ensures compliance, but also helps identify energy efficiency measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Carbon Footprint Measurement

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Net Zero Pathway

We will deliver your strategic roadmap to net zero with our pathway that enables you to define your carbon footprint and glidepath to net zero across all three scopes.
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