Green benefits spelled out

Published Date: 01 May 2009

BUSINESSES across Scotland could annually save more than £239 million through energy-reduction measures such as replacing old boilers or lighting, it has been revealed.
The Carbon Trust has calculated the potential savings for businesses in each part of Scotland if they take action to cut down on energy use.Falkirk, the home of Grangemouth Refinery, has the potential to save £49 million, Glasgow £21.8 million and Edinburgh £17.8 million by taking steps to reduce energy use, and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.Tom Delay, chief executive of the Carbon Trust, said businesses could "improve their energy efficiency and make real savings."