Don-Bur reports its greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, intensity ratios and measures taken to improve energy efficiency as part of its annual energy and carbon reporting.
The latest figures cover the financial year ended 30 September 2025 and are taken from Don-Bur's annual report and financial statements.
2025 energy consumption
Total energy consumption during the 2025 financial year was 10,734,007 kWh, compared with 11,834,428 kWh in 2024. This represents a year-on-year reduction of approximately 9.3%.
| Energy consumption | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Gas combustion | 5,394,035 kWh | 6,090,146 kWh |
| Electricity purchased | 3,100,367 kWh | 3,479,478 kWh |
| Fuel consumed for transport | 2,239,605 kWh | 2,264,804 kWh |
| Total energy consumption | 10,734,007 kWh | 11,834,428 kWh |
2025 greenhouse gas emissions
Scope 1 direct emissions totalled 1,533 tCO2e in 2025, compared with 1,668 tCO2e in 2024. The 2025 total comprised 989 tCO2e from gas combustion and 544 tCO2e from fuel consumed by company-owned transport.
Scope 2 indirect emissions from purchased electricity were 549 tCO2e in 2025, compared with 720 tCO2e in 2024.
Total gross emissions were therefore 2,082 tCO2e in 2025, compared with 2,388 tCO2e in 2024. This represents a year-on-year reduction of approximately 12.8%.
| CO2 equivalent emissions | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 - gas combustion | 989 tCO2e | 1,129 tCO2e |
| Scope 1 - fuel consumed for owned transport | 544 tCO2e | 539 tCO2e |
| Total Scope 1 | 1,533 tCO2e | 1,668 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 - electricity purchased | 549 tCO2e | 720 tCO2e |
| Total gross emissions | 2,082 tCO2e | 2,388 tCO2e |
Intensity ratios
Don-Bur's annual report records an emissions intensity ratio of 4.13 tCO2e per employee for 2025, compared with 4.8 in 2024. It also reports 28 tCO2e per £1 million of turnover for 2025, compared with 26 in 2024.
| Intensity ratio | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| tCO2e per employee | 4.13 | 4.8 |
| tCO2e per £1m turnover | 28 | 26 |
Quantification and reporting methodology
All activities generating the reported emissions are based in the UK, with none offshore.
Emissions were calculated using observed quantities of process inputs and the rates published within the UK Government GHG Conversion Factors for Company Reporting for 2025. Input observations were based, wherever practicable, on verifiable usage data. Where this was impracticable, inputs were assessed through sampling of usage data and extrapolation based on costs incurred.
The reported key sources of emissions are gas, electricity and travel.
Measures taken to improve energy efficiency
Don-Bur continues to manage its energy usage and to review and consider further actions in line with ESOS requirements.
Actions reported for the 2025 financial year include the gradual upgrade and replacement of lighting with LED lighting across workshops and offices at all site locations, and applying a preference for electric vehicles when adding to the company's overall fleet.
What was Don-Bur's total energy consumption in 2025?
Total energy consumption was 10,734,007 kWh, compared with 11,834,428 kWh in 2024.
What were Don-Bur's Scope 1 emissions in 2025?
Scope 1 direct emissions totalled 1,533 tCO2e. This comprised 989 tCO2e from gas combustion and 544 tCO2e from fuel consumed for company-owned transport.
What were Don-Bur's Scope 2 emissions in 2025?
Scope 2 indirect emissions from purchased electricity were 549 tCO2e in 2025, compared with 720 tCO2e in 2024.
Did Don-Bur's total gross emissions reduce in 2025?
Yes. Total gross emissions reduced from 2,388 tCO2e in 2024 to 2,082 tCO2e in 2025, a reduction of approximately 12.8%.
Does the 2025 report include Scope 3 emissions?
The annual report lists a Scope 3 category for fuel consumed for transport not owned by the company. No emissions value is reported against this category for either 2025 or 2024.
What energy efficiency actions were reported for 2025?
Reported actions include the gradual upgrade and replacement of lighting with LED lighting across workshops and offices, and applying a preference for electric vehicles when adding to the company's overall fleet.
Energy efficiency and ESOS
Don-Bur's 2025 annual report states that the company continues to manage its energy usage and continues to review and consider further actions in line with ESOS requirements.
Actions reported for the financial year include the gradual upgrade and replacement of lighting with LED lighting across workshops and offices at all site locations, together with applying a preference for electric vehicles when adding to the company's overall fleet.
