June 26th 2023

Soben and IES join forces to revolutionise approach to energy management

Soben and IES join forces to revolutionise approach to energy management

We're delighted to announce that we have partnered with global construction consultancy Soben, adding their market-leading cost data to our net zero roadmap solution. The agreement will enable Soben's accurate and up-to-date cost data to be incorporated into our state-of-the-art digital twin technology.

As the built environment faces increasing pressure to prioritise decarbonisation, IES and Soben have developed technology that helps guide the journey to net-zero – making it more financially feasible. Clients will have access to a tool that drives decarbonisation and optimises the profitability of their assets.

The collaboration helps organisations roadmap significant energy, carbon, capital, and operational savings, while simultaneously considering resource use, transport, social, and economic factors. Using a live Digital Twin that replicates real-world behaviour, the joint offering provides clients with data-driven insights crucial for making informed decisions and accelerating the journey towards net-zero carbon emissions.

The joint offering capitalises on the unique strengths of IES and Soben. Soben brings its expertise in commercial and cost analysis and vast bank of cost data to ensure the affordability and financial viability of sustainability initiatives. IES contributes its cutting-edge technical engine, enabling the creation of a Digital Twin that accurately models and simulates real-world assets. Together, they offer a granular view on investment opportunities for decarbonising assets, demonstrating return on investment for each decarbonisation aspect.

The collaboration is set to revolutionise the way organisations approach sustainability and energy management. The partnership will provide an unparalleled advantage in navigating the complex landscape of decarbonisation and driving positive change.



Signing the partnership at London Climate Action Week, representatives from Soben and IES recognised the increasing pressure on businesses to prioritise sustainability.

"Our partnership with IES marks a significant milestone in our shared mission to make sustainability affordable," said Pieter Schaap, Director at Soben. "We believe that sustainability should not be pursued blindly, but rather approached intelligently to ensure maximum impact with every investment made. By harnessing the power of our joint offering, we empower clients to embrace sustainability as a strategic advantage while achieving meaningful cost savings."

On the partnership Don McLean, IES Founder and CEO said:

Decarbonisation is high on everyone's agenda as ambitious net zero targets loom, but achieving this will be no easy feat. IES's digital twin technology aids clients by setting out a clear path to net zero and, when combined with up-to-date cost data, organisations can ensure they are also optimising asset profitability too.

"The clock is ticking for the built environment to catch up with decarbonisation targets, and we are immensely pleased that Soben will be joining us in our efforts to help futureproof the nation's build stock."


To find out more join IES and Soben at our exclusive webinar on Tuesday, 11th July, 3pm - 4pm BST. Sign up here.