Mike Smith, Executive director of Southampton Geothermal Heating Company, in the engine room at the CHP plant.

Southampton is a true pioneer of sustainable energy. Having committed to implementing decentralised energy years before many other local authorities (some of whom are only just picking up the ball), the city now has several pioneering energy schemes:

Pete Bradshaw, Social Responsibilty Manager, Manchester City Football Club

Manchester City Football Club is one of the greenest sporting stadiums in the world.

While the government dithers over its energy policy, companies, councils and organisations are taking matters into their own hands. By generating their own clean and efficient energy, they're not only reducing their carbon emmissions but also improving their own security of supply. If your organisation is thinking of doing the same, these case studies may help show you the way. Contact details are provided at the end of each case study to find out more - and, of course, make sure you watch our films on the subject: The Convenient Solution and What Are We Waiting For?