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𝗢𝗖𝗨 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝗭𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝘁 The Powering Net Zero Pact brings together companies across all tiers of the power sector that are committed to a fair and just transition to net zero carbon emissions. The includes five shared commitments and five topics for collaboration, which together encourage the delivery of five areas of ambition for a sustainable future. Michael Hughes our CEO commented: “OCU Group are proud to have signed up to The Powering Net Zero Pact, recognising the vital role the power sector has in creating a fair and just transition to net zero carbon emissions. The shared commitments with other Pact signatories align with our own sustainability ambitions on net zero, protecting nature, circular economy, fair work and adding value to local communities. It is only by us all playing our part and working collaboratively that we will jointly achieve these commitments and deliver a sustainable future.” https://lnkd.in/dxhDXwJw #Sustainability #NetZero #ESG

Our Group charity the 𝗢𝗖𝗨 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 held its inaugural Charity Dinner last Friday and the event was a resounding success with dinner, drinks, entertainment, auctions and more. An impressive amount was raised on the night for our charity partner the Teenage Cancer Trust. We were deeply grateful for the overwhelming turnout, and it was a powerful opportunity to raise money for, and awareness of, the incredible work the trust does every day, supporting young people with cancer across the UK. Well done to our OCU Foundation team on the delivery of such an impressive event, that will make a real difference to the charity. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/dGTUzfCc #OCUFoundation #Charity #Fundraising #Events #MakingADifference

Our Group charity is proud to be supporting the Teenage Cancer Trust through a variety of fundraising activities this year. One of our main events is coming up, with the 𝗢𝗖𝗨 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 being held next Friday, 4th October. If you're joining us we can't wait to see you at the event. Find out below why tailored care for those with cancer at such a unique and defining time of life is so crucial. #OCUFoundation #fundraising #charity #events

OCU ACQUIRES PURESTREAM INDUSTRIES, SPECIALISTS IN WATER TREATMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN SOLUTIONS We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Purestream Industries ("Purestream"). Based in London and the South East, Purestream is renowned for its expertise in water design and engineering, environmental process technology and equipment. The acquisition marks a further significant enhancement of the Group’s design and engineering capability, adding Purestream's water design expertise to OCU’s existing industry-leading energy and wider utilities design expertise. Purestream is a recognised leader in the water industry, providing creative water and wastewater engineering, design, and consultancy services. This includes resource recovery, water recycling and the application of renewable energy through biogas utilisation and hydro-turbine technologies, further strengthening OCU’s commitment to sustainability and innovation across the markets it serves. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eeiuUkt4 #acquisition #utilities #waterdesign #engineering #renewableenergy

Our team of industry experts are at Solar & Storage Live this week - will you be there? If so, come and visit our team on Stand E83 at the NEC Birmingham from tomorrow. Hear how we are leading the way in energy transition engineering and how we can support your projects. Ask your questions about Battery Energy Storage Solutions, Grid connections, Infrastructure, Energy Engineering and more.    Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e9JS8k2Q  #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #BatteryStorage #BESS

OCU Group is pleased to be supporting the work of SARGAM Group whose aim and purpose is to improve the mental and general health and wellbeing of various groups within the Bracknell community. SARGAM focuses on supporting children and elders through music and the arts. It offers a variety of activities and recently hosted their annual music concert, bringing music and the chance to socialise to the community. #Community #Charity #GivingBack Find out more...

This week we welcomed our first companywide Graduate intake, with joiners across various locations and departments within OCU Group. With over 2000 applications received for these positions, our congratulations go to those who we welcome to the team week. Before commencing with their different business units, our newest graduates spent two days at our Stockport headquarters meeting people from a variety of teams and attending a networking evening hosted by our CEO Michael Hughes. It has been great to see the enthusiasm of the group during their first week, this intake and activity is part of our Early Careers strategy to attract and retain the best talent in the industry. #EarlyCareers #Graduates #Networking #Welcome #OneCompanyUnited

Meet our newly developed electrically heated hotbox which immediately creates a safer environment for both operators and the public.   Gas-free, safe and efficient this is an industry first from our Plant and Transport team, the e-hotbox was developed over two years alongside our manufacturer. Our teams are continuously innovating and leading the way, which is why the OCU e-hotbox is the first truck of its kind to go into operation in the UK.   Features and benefits include: ✓ Uses only Radiant heat – three times more efficient than gas ✓ Ground level heating control – avoiding the need to climb up on truck ✓ Larger payload ✓ Better insulation and no need for ventilation ✓ Facility to plug into the mains – extending product life ✓ Product can be stored safely with slower deterioration, meaning less waste ✓ Individually temperature-controlled compartments for energy savings and less environmental impact ✓ Less wear parts meaning lower maintenance costs ✓ More space for all tools and consumables to be stored at ground level #Plant #Development #Hotbox #Safety #Sustainability #GreatWorkTeam

Project Feature – Chaul End Service Reservoir As we near completion on one service reservoir we are excited to have begun work on another with our valued client Affinity Water, this time a new 20.75-mega-litre service reservoir in Chaul End. OCU is responsible for design, planning, project management, construction and commissioning of the project, which is scheduled for completion in September 2025. Hear about our early weeks on site from Ben Duggan, OCU Quantity Surveyor and James King, OCU Site Manager. Our sustainable approach continues to deliver both energy and cost savings for our clients in the water industry, as we incorporate further insights and standards from our varied, industry leading projects. #waterindustry #reservoir #water #utilities #customersatisfaction

Will you be attending Solar & Storage Live next month? Come and visit our team on Stand E83 at the NEC Birmingham from 24th-26th September. Speak to our experts to find out more about how we are working with our clients to deliver their energy transition projects - and how we can support your developments. Get tour tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gn5unCy #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #BatteryStorage #BESS