Energy and Environment

Businesses in the Energy and Environment sectors face a range of challenges that impact their efficiency and sustainability. Some of the biggest issues include rising energy costs, which increase operating expenses and affect profitability. Constant regulatory changes also bring uncertainty, often requiring businesses to make significant investments to stay compliant with evolving energy and environmental standards.

Another hurdle is securing funding, as many companies find it difficult to finance new technologies and infrastructure that could improve their energy efficiency and reduce their environmental impact. The need for continuous innovation can also be tough, especially for smaller companies with limited resources. And then there are the environmental challenges: companies must manage the impact of their activities, like waste management and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

But with these challenges come valuable opportunities:

  • Renewable Energy Sources: There’s enormous potential in renewables to foster sustainable growth and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
  • Energy Efficiency: Improving energy efficiency in buildings, factories, and transportation can help lower both energy use and costs.
  • Circular Economy Practices: Embracing practices like recycling and reusing materials can help reduce waste while opening up new revenue streams.

How can we help you?

  • We help develop strategies to cut down on energy costs and improve energy efficiency.
  • We offer consulting for digital transformation, using advanced tech to monitor and manage energy consumption.
  • We provide guidance on integrating renewable energy sources, adopting sustainable practices, and aligning with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria.
  • We assist in finding and securing funding for energy upgrades and investment programs.

Case study

Energy upgrade for an established food company.

Goal

A successful food company that imports, trades, represents, and distributes food products in the Eastern Macedonia and Thrace region wants to improve its facilities’ energy efficiency to reduce both energy costs and emissions. This project not only aims to cut operational costs and boost property value but also to support environmental protection and compliance with national and EU regulations. The project will be fully funded by the “Support for existing manufacturing businesses in the Eastern Macedonia and Thrace region to improve their energy efficiency” program, part of the “Eastern Macedonia, Thrace 2021-2027” initiative.

Our role

  • We conducted an investment analysis using specialized financial tools.
  • We documented the current equipment, its characteristics, and energy consumption.
  • We prepared an Energy Audit Study through our network of partners.
  • We handled the preparation and submission of the funding application.