Posted to News on 10th Jul 2026, 11:30
bigHead factory moves closer to zero emissions with removal of gas heating
bigHead has taken another major step towards reducing its environmental impact by removing the gas heater from its factory. With an average footprint of around 7 tonnes of CO2 per year, it was the largest remaining source of fossil fuel emissions in the company's operations.
The system has been replaced with highefficiency electric heaters which double as A/C units. It's powered entirely by our 100% renewable Good Energy supply and our own solar PV panels.
The upgrade has already delivered benefits beyond reducing our emissions. During this summer's heatwave, the new units are keeping the factory cool and comfortable, all while running on renewable electricity generated onsite.
Matthew Stevens, Managing Director, says: "We were determined to remove our factory's gas heating on our way to zero emissions. Replacing it with efficient electric units powered by our renewable electricity supply was the best solution available.
"Ironically, it's turning out to be our coolest investment yet because of an enormous additional benefit: comfortable working conditions in a heatwave. Best of all, the A/C is powered by our own solar panels."
This change brings bigHead significantly closer to becoming a fully fossilfuelfree manufacturer. Alongside other initiatives, including planting trees with OnHand and supporting the Kenya Biogas Programme to offset emissions, it reflects bigHead's commitment to caring for our people and the planet.
Unit 1, Black Moor Business Park
36A Black Moor Road
BH31 6BB
UNITED KINGDOM
01202 574601
