The shift away from coal is fundamentally transforming both industry and the energy sector today. What services does ORGREZ ECO currently offer to companies that want to systematically manage and reduce their emissions?
We work closely with our clients from the very beginning—whether starting with their ideas or a specific problem they need to solve. We take a step-by-step approach. We develop new energy solutions, evaluate their technical and economic viability, and guide the client through the entire process from design to project approval.
We place great emphasis on the long-term outlook. We always look at comprehensive development over a horizon of ten, fifteen, or twenty years—especially with regard to the growth and changes in the customer’s business. We analyze data, model possible developments, and design technologies so that the solution makes sense not only today but also in the future.
How does your approach differ from standard energy audits or consulting services?
A traditional energy audit is often primarily a formal document—it fulfills a legal obligation, summarizes the state of the company’s energy management, and suggests possible areas for improvement. However, it does not always provide a concrete, actionable strategy for moving forward.
Our approach in this regard is significantly more systematic and focused on practical implementation. We always start with the customer’s specific data and a detailed understanding of their operations. We analyze the technological infrastructure, energy consumption, production processes, and the company’s expected growth.
It is also important that we are not tied to a single technology or specific supplier. We do not try to push a predetermined solution. We evaluate the entire spectrum of available technologies and their combinations and seek the option that is most advantageous from a technical, economic, and future business development perspective. In other words—it’s not just an audit. It’s data-driven strategic planning that helps the company prepare for the transformations in the energy sector and the regulatory environment over the coming decades.
What are the most common challenges clients bring to you regarding the transition away from coal and ESG requirements?
A large portion of companies today still operate on fossil fuels, most commonly coal or natural gas. Not only are large consumers gradually moving away from coal, but this is also narrowing the possibility of economically sustainable use for smaller sources. Natural gas, in turn, has proven to be a geopolitically sensitive fuel on several occasions in recent years. Companies are therefore looking for ways to diversify their energy sources, gradually reduce their carbon footprint, and incorporate renewable sources.
In doing so, they often encounter practical technical limitations. These typically include the availability and capacity of energy grids, the feasibility of connecting new sources, or inconsistencies between energy projects across regions and the time required to implement them. Proposals often include, for example, recommendations for long-term capacity reservations or scalable solutions that enable a gradual transformation of the company’s energy infrastructure.
How significant a role does financing energy projects play today?
A very significant one. Banks and investors today closely monitor fuel mix, the carbon footprint of projects, and the overall degree of transition away from coal and other fossil fuels. Projects based purely on fossil fuels are therefore significantly harder to finance.
On the other hand, for nearly two decades, the energy sector has been viewed as a stable and taken-for-granted part of life, benefiting from the economic returns of historical investments. However, with the end of technology lifecycles and the need for decarbonization, this perspective is shifting, and the energy sector must balance economic and environmental considerations.
From an economic perspective, it is therefore essential to design energy systems that are stable in the long term and less dependent on a single energy source. In practice, this means combining different fuels and technologies, integrating heat and electricity generation, and prioritizing the operation of individual sources in line with current market conditions. This approach reduces both operational and investment risks while creating multiple revenue streams, which is increasingly important when financing energy projects.
Can you give a specific real-world example?
One good example is the Písek Heating Plant. Over the course of a decade, it has undergone a fundamental transformation. It has transitioned from coal combustion and steam-based heat distribution to more efficient hot water distribution and modern energy sources based on a combination of natural gas, biomass, and electricity. Similar projects are emerging today not only in the heating sector but also in the energy systems of cities, municipalities, and industrial enterprises. One such example is the city of Benešov, where a coordinated approach links energy-saving measures in public buildings, the operation of a heating plant now reliant solely on natural gas, and energy-intensive industrial operations—such as the company PINKO, which consumes both heat and cooling.
One of your tools is ORGREZIO, a solution for ESG reporting and sustainability data management. What is its main value proposition?
The most important thing is that it helps turn the reporting obligation into a strategic advantage. Companies today face ever-increasing demands for transparency—whether from banks, investors, or business partners. ORGREZIO guides the customer through a relatively complex process in a very straightforward way. In the end, the company has a clear assessment of key business metrics—such as energy and water consumption, air emissions, or other ESG indicators—and can actively work with them while transparently sharing them with its supply chain. Thanks to this, it is no longer just about fulfilling a formal obligation.
You offer both a cloud-based version and custom solutions. Who are they intended for?
The cloud-based solution is primarily intended for companies that are not legally required to conduct ESG reporting. These are typically small and medium-sized enterprises that need to document information about their environmental impact or energy consumption but do not have their own team of ESG specialists or the capacity to build complex internal reporting systems. The ORGREZIO platform guides users step-by-step through the process of compiling an ESG report; the system automatically structures the data and generates an ESG report in accordance with the VSME standard recommended by the European Commission. The result is a clear and credible report that companies can use in dealings with business partners, banks, or investors. Another major advantage is that the entire process is automated, requiring minimal administrative and user effort, and the data is securely stored in a European cloud environment.
In addition, we offer customized solutions for large companies. These often fall under the scope of the European ESRS standards, which, according to current proposals, apply to companies with more than 1,000 employees and a turnover exceeding 450 million euros. In such cases, it is necessary to set up comprehensive data collection processes, involve multiple departments within the company, and ensure detailed analytics and methodological support. Our solution therefore includes customized system configuration, methodological assistance, and data source integration to ensure that the resulting reporting complies with regulatory requirements.
Bridging these two worlds is therefore an ideal tool for collecting and analyzing data in the supply chains of large companies—so-called Scope 3 emissions, which are a hotly debated topic yet remain an area with limited availability of suitable solutions.
In what direction do you intend to further develop ORGREZ ECO’s services to meet growing regulatory requirements as well as the expectations of investors and the market?
Our goal is to guide our clients through an increasingly complex regulatory environment so that they remain compliant with market and legislative requirements and do not have to worry about penalties. In addition to corporate energy solutions, we are increasingly focusing on energy solutions for cities and municipalities. This involves, for example, energy planning in conjunction with the development of industrial and residential zones or the modernization of buildings.
At the same time, we don’t forget to consider the broader landscape—for example, the use of biomass, areas for renewable energy sources, or the issue of gas supply in the context of the European market. It’s always about finding a balance: using available resources efficiently, but at the same time ensuring they aren’t depleted.
If you weren’t working in energy and sustainability, what would you likely be doing?
Probably something tangible. I’ve always enjoyed working with wood, so that’s probably what I’d do. The beauty of wood is that you see the results of your work immediately and through direct contact with the material—a piece of raw wood gradually transforms into something functional and lasting. And the scent of wood is unmistakable.
Paradoxically, there’s a certain connection to energy as well. In both cases, it’s about finding a balance between the material, the environment, and long-term value. Wood teaches you patience and respect for natural resources—and that’s a principle that’s important in modern energy today.