Sectors

We want to remove obstacles and accelerate your progress as you move towards a position that combines enhanced energy resilience with net zero status.

To that end, we’ll work with any business, in any sector, to invest in, build and connect your localised, flexible energy assets. Our industry leading engineers, energy specialists and consultants have key focus in specific market sectors in order to best to support the UK Governments Net Zero Targets.

Universities

Universities are advancing toward the goal of full carbon neutrality by 2050 at varying speeds, with some institutions pledging to be carbon neutral within the next ten years.

Primary and secondary schools

SSE Climate Connect offers education about the environment through curriculum-aligned classroom activities for teachers.

Partnering with Rewise, SSE Energy Solutions is offering primary and secondary schools an innovative educational opportunity focussing on tackling climate change and learning about renewable energy.

We bring long-term investment to industrial and commercial clients, giving them the impetus and guidance to successfully embark upon their journey to net zero.

By introducing digital technology and data analytics, we’ll be providing clients with the tools they need to enhance the performance of energy assets, make better-informed decisions and create strong foundations for sustainable regional economic growth.

Electricity infrastructure is clearly a core energy platform for any organisation. By giving clients control over their private electricity network we can help them achieve significant and lasting business benefits.

Local authorities have a major role to play in helping the UK meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement. COP26 is focusing minds on upcoming climate deadlines – over 50% of local authorities have already declared a climate emergency in order to galvanise support for the transition. The public sector will lead the way in adopting and delivering the solutions that will support communities in their drive towards net zero.

Data Centres and similar businesses have very specific needs when it comes to the provision of flexible and resilient energy and utility systems. SSE Energy Solutions have a rich history in delivering bespoke solutions, which includes the UK’s largest dedicated biomass plant which burns wood chips, biomass and waste paper. The plant supplies steam and hot water to local businesses and a large trading estate containing several Data Centres.

Financial institutions are, or should be, active in energy efficiency and resilience as well as financing. Public expectation and shareholder demands include a large and growing market opportunity, risk reduction, Corporate Social Responsibility, and growing interest from financial regulators.