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The BPIF has highlighted significant savings available to the print industry through its CCL reduction scheme, which is currently saving PSPs a reported £11m per annum
The British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF) has sent out a notice, highlighting significant savings that are available for those in the printing sector using significant energy.
Under the BPIF’s Climate Change Levy (CCL) reduction scheme, those in the printing industry carrying out printing processes on site and using more than 500,000kwh per annum can apply for levies that can result in major savings.
In return for a commitment to reducing energy usage in relation to production elements such as improved throughput efficiencies, participating companies can make reported savings of 92% on the electricity levy and 89% on the gas levy.
The BPIF is the sole provider of the CCL reduction scheme for the printing industry in the UK, with over 300 UK printing sites currently saving a combined £11m per year. According to the BPIF, the scheme does not count as energy buying and does not impact your existing supply agreement.
The new CCL reduction scheme starts in 2026 and runs through to 2033. The UK’s Environment Agency has re-opened the window to join the scheme from 2026, but full applications have to be completed by the end of Summer 2025.
It is anticipated that the next window to join the scheme will not re-open for another 12 months. Those interested have been encouraged to contact the BPIF directly, at which point a member of the team can calculate the savings available and provide support through the application process.
Speaking about the benefits of the scheme, Pavel Vondra, QHSE manager at Tipografic, says: “We have been part of the scheme for many years; helping us reduce the cost of electricity and gas. Steve [Walker] from the BPIF has been extremely supportive, guiding us through the CCL Scheme.
“All required documents from the BPIF to support the scheme have been well established with great examples, making the whole process user-friendly […] Steve is always available to answer any additional questions or to schedule a conference call to help us with any CCL task.”
The BPIF discussed the CCL reduction scheme at its recent BPIF Members’ Day in London. The event highlighted the range of resources the organisation is providing to the print industry, including its recently released biennial UK Printing Facts & Figures resource and Priorities for Print lobbying documents.
The event also included a drinks reception at the House of Lords, where attendees got to network with parliamentarians and hear from a range of key speakers.
