TEAM Energy spotlights smart thermostats as a cost-effective driver of sustainability

When discussing carbon reduction in commercial buildings, attention often gravitates toward high-investment solutions—solar installations, electric vehicle fleets, or extensive retrofitting projects. While these are valuable, they can also be expensive, complex, and slow to roll out. What’s frequently overlooked is a faster, more accessible opportunity, smarter heating control.

In a recent blog, TEAM Energy encourages organisations to reassess how they manage one of the most energy-intensive systems in their buildings, heating. Their argument is straightforward and persuasive; smart thermostats, often dismissed as consumer tech, are in fact a strategic asset for reducing emissions.

The data behind the potential
Heating represents a major portion of energy consumption in non-domestic buildings. According to the Energy Saving Trust, it can account for up to 49%. Yet many organisations still depend on outdated or manual systems, missing out on significant efficiency improvements. Smart thermostats present a viable alternative. These devices learn usage patterns, respond to occupancy, and automatically adjust heating schedules, delivering typical energy savings of 10–15%. In older buildings or those with limited zoning, the savings can be even greater.

Turning insight into impact
What makes this topic especially relevant now is the move from concept to action. TEAM Energy has introduced a Smart Thermostat Savings Estimator, designed to help organisations quantify the benefits of upgrading their heating controls. By inputting basic details, such as building dimensions, heating expenses, and budget, users receive customised projections for energy savings, carbon reductions, and return on investment.

This isn’t about following tech trends. It’s about making smart, evidence based choices that support long-term sustainability goals. Smart thermostats offer a scalable solution to cut emissions, enhance comfort, and show measurable progress, especially for organisations refining their carbon reduction plans.

A practical place to begin
Driving meaningful change doesn’t always require large-scale investment. Sometimes, it starts with a thermostat, and a fresh perspective on the fundamentals.

You can read the full article and try TEAM’s estimator here. For organisations seeking practical, budget-friendly ways to advance their net zero goals, it’s a valuable tool, and a smart first step.