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18th March 2026 News

ERM, Secaro, and AstraZeneca have launched a new Clean Heat Program aimed at accelerating the decarbonisation of industrial heat across global supply chains—an often overlooked but significant source of emissions. Industrial heat contributes nearly 18% of global greenhouse gas emissions and remains challenging to transition away from fossil fuels due to technical and cost-related barriers.

The initiative is designed to help companies move beyond initial assessments by providing access to supply chain data, technical expertise, and financing pathways to enable real-world project implementation. It also seeks to enhance energy security, reduce exposure to volatile fossil fuel prices, and support organizations in achieving their climate targets more effectively.

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