Clarke Controls Helps Wickes Reduce Energy Use

• Clarke Controls' cutting-edge heating controls designed to help Wickes lower their heating energy use
• Zoned systems installed across more than 200 sites across the UK
• New Energy Management Systems dramatically improve sustainability and cut energy costs

Clarke Controls, a leading manufacturer and installer of commercial Energy Management Systems (EMS), is helping Wickes achieve its sustainability goals and cut energy bills, by providing cutting-edge heating controls at over 200 sites across the country.

Clarke Controls are expecting that the state-of-the-art zoned control system will reduce Wickes’ energy use for heating by around 25% across all 200 sites, while keeping the Wickes team warm and comfortable. Cutting energy use will have a big impact on Wickes’ carbon footprint, as the company works towards its ambitious sustainability goals.

Clarke Controls' innovative solutions not only enhance sustainability but also deliver substantial cost savings for Wickes. By prioritising efficiency and environmental responsibility, Wickes looks set to achieve significant savings on energy spend for heating annually, reinforcing the notion that sustainability and economic viability go hand in hand.

Ceri Davies, Head of Procurement at Wickes said: “Decarbonising our sites is an essential part of our Built to Last responsible business strategy - and this means taking steps to reduce our energy use and cut waste wherever we can. Clarke Controls have transformed the way we control our heating at sites around the UK - making the systems more efficient and targeted to keep wasted energy to a minimum. The initial results are very promising, and we’re on track to deliver significant energy, carbon and cost savings, year after year.” 

The partnership involved 100 new installations and the upgrade of 100 existing controls, revolutionising Wickes' approach to energy management and sustainability at sites across the country.

Clive Bodenham [pictured, above left] Managing Director at Clarke Controls, explains: "The role of our heating controls is simple - to help customers save energy, cut costs and reduce carbon, while keeping their workforce warm and comfortable.

“The Wickes project is the perfect example of what we do for business customers. In buildings with large open areas, heating and lighting can make up 75% or more of the total energy consumption. Our system has a proven history of reducing this energy use by 25% or more in hundreds of sites across the country - so it should be a real priority for any company looking to tackle emissions and cut costs.

"By leveraging our advanced control systems, Wickes has not only reduced its environmental impact but also unlocked significant savings. We are pleased to be a partner in their journey towards a greener future."

About Clarke Controls

Clarke Controls is a leading manufacturer and installer of commercial Energy Management Systems (EMS) with over two decades of experience and nationwide clients, including Wickes and Marshalls. 

Clarke Controls Energy Management Systems use advanced techniques to regulate energy use without compromising comfort or productivity.

Their proprietary heating and lighting systems are ideal for a diverse range of workplaces, including industrial areas, workshops, factories, garages, and commercial environments, saving up to 25% or more on heating and energy costs. Additional information about Clarke Controls can be found at https://www.clarke-controls.co.uk/.

Source : Wickes

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