Read: SMS partners with Purpose Coalition on UK Levelling Up Impact Report
SMS, a market leader in the smart energy business, recently announced its partnership with the Purpose Coalition on a Levelling Up Impact Report which will set out its contribution to the levelling up agenda in the UK.
With over 25 years of experience, SMS provides a complete energy service which covers all aspects of metering, utility connections and energy management. It harnesses the collective power of technology, data,and engineering skills, with an unparalleled ability to finance their roll-out, to provide innovative energy solutions for its customers, changing the way businesses and consumers access and use energy. The focus of the business is to continue to deliver long-term value for its shareholders while also serving its customers, protecting the environment and looking after its people.
It has twelve offices in the UK,including a test and training academy where engineers- both internal and external- come for industry leading training, and innovative research projects are hosted. .
The Levelling Up Impact Report will highlight the work SMS is already undertaking to deliver a positive impact on communities across the country within the architecture of the Purpose Goals, known as the Levelling Up Goals in the UK. Established in 2021 by former Education Secretary Rt Hon Justine Greening with input from businesses, universities and policymakers, they are designed to provide a framework to help tackle the challenges the country faces following the pandemic. They focus on key life stages - from early years through to adulthood, alongside other barriers such as digital connectivity and good health and wellbeing - and highlight the main issues that need to be resolved to create a level playing field for everyone.
The Goals are the first major piece of work by the Purpose Coalition, which includes some of the UK’s most purpose-led businesses, universities and public sector organisations, such as Amazon, bp, Gateley, Cisco, the BBC, Adecco, Barts Health NHS Trust, the University of Bradford and many others.
Tim Mortlock, Chief Executive Officer of SMS, said: “Sustainability is one of the core values that proudly upholds everything we do at SMS. Of course, that means not just doing what we can to help our environment, it is also about contributing to the prosperity of people and society in general. For today’s responsible organisations, that means promoting policies that prioritise wellbeing, open recruitment, and fair career progression, as well as nurturing truly diverse and inclusive workforces. We’re delighted to join other like-minded companies as part of the Purpose Coalition and look forward to reporting on our continued contribution to the levelling up agenda through the forthcoming Impact Report.”
Justine Greening added: “Harnessing the energy transition is a fundamental part of levelling up. Investment in a green economy and the move to net zero have the potential to bring new opportunities to areas across the country. It’s crucial that these are accessible to everyone.
“We all have a part to play in making sure that the UK meets its commitment to reach net zero by 2050. Business is at the forefront of creating innovative solutions to do that. With its understanding of the energy market, SMS can help ensure that the energy transition delivers real social impact in the communities where help is most needed. It has already committed as a company to reach net zero by 2030. It can also play a leading role in addressing the environmental challenges that we all face, using its capabilities and resources to drive positive change for its customers, colleagues and communities.
“The Purpose Coalition is proud to be working with SMS on its Levelling Up Impact Report, to share its best practice and improve outcomes, closing the opportunity gap in the energy sector.”
