Bethany Bailey
Rotherham
Summary
Carbon reporting specialist with over 3 years of experience in SECR and UK/EU ETS compliance. Skilled in emissions data management, carbon accounting, and regulatory reporting within UK and EU frameworks. Capable of interpreting complex datasets and effectively communicating insights to stakeholders, aiding organisations in navigating environmental legislation and advancing towards net-zero objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Carbon Consultant
Swan Energy Ltd
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2022.12 - Current
- Manage EU & UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) compliance for a portfolio of ~40 installations, coordinating multiple client projects and regulatory deadlines across sectors including electricity generation, healthcare, data centres, distilleries, food production and chemical plants.
- Deliver full ETS compliance management, including preparation and submission of Annual Emissions Reports, Activity Level Data Reports, permit applications, variations and regulatory notifications, maintaining strong relationships with UK regulators and accredited verifiers.
- Delivered Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) for multiple organisations, encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2 and selected Scope 3 emissions reporting, energy intensity metrics, and supporting disclosures to enhance transparency.
- Conducted internal audits and quality assurance reviews of SECR reports, ensuring regulatory compliance and data accuracy to support organisational accountability.
- Communicated complex regulatory requirements to clients, guiding them on compliance, emissions reporting, and carbon accounting, enabling effective interpretation and action on evolving legislation.
- Facilitated ESOS compliance through energy data analysis and preparation of annual progress updates.
- Conduct site visits supporting ETS verification and ESOS audits, ensuring robust monitoring systems and emissions data accuracy.
- Specialise in the treatment of biogas, biomass and biomethane under EU & UK ETS, including sustainability criteria and emissions zero-rating.
Education
Master of Science - Climate Change and Environmental Policy
University of Leeds
Leeds 2021.09 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2018.09 - 2021.09
Skills
- Carbon accounting
- Emissions measurement
- Carbon footprint analysis
- Legislation compliance
- Data analysis
- Data interpretation
- Technical reporting
- Excel expertise
- Project Management
- Sustainability awareness
- Environmental science background
- Stakeholder engagement
- Client focus
- Time management proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Resourcefulness
- Teamwork
- UK driving license
Certification
ISCC EU Waste and Residues Training - Issued July 2025
EMA Calculating Carbon Footprint - Scopes 1, 2 & 3 Workshop - Issued September 2024
Lucideon UK ETS ‘The Basics' Workshop- Issued October 2023
Spirax Sarco Introduction to Steam and Condensate Systems - Issued June 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Carbon Consultant
Swan Energy Ltd
2022.12 - Current
Master of Science - Climate Change and Environmental Policy
University of Leeds
2021.09 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Nottingham Trent University
2018.09 - 2021.09