How to Transition from SECR to SRS (and Why You Should Stop Obsessing About Frameworks)

Let’s get straight to it

You’re probably stuck in the weeds of all these ESG frameworks. The UK SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) is mandatory. The new UK SRS (Sustainability Reporting Standards) are coming. 

And if you’re in the financial sector, you’re also dealing with SDR (Sustainability Disclosure Requirements). The confusion, the deadlines, the piles of data – it’s overwhelming, right?

Here’s the thing: stop obsessing over the framework and focus on fixing the problem at its root.

What you really need is a system that helps you collect, manage, and re-use your data in a way that makes compliance and reporting easier, no matter what framework you’re dealing with.

That’s where Dcycle comes in. 

Think of it as your central system of record for all ESG data and sustainability data. Once you’ve got your data in Dcycle, it’s all in one place, easy to access, and ready to use for whatever framework you need to report to.

From SECR to SRS: The Transition Made Easy

Here’s how it works. SECR is currently a reporting requirement for large UK companies, focused on energy consumption and carbon emissions. So, if you’re required to report under SECR, you’re already collecting data on things like:

• Total energy usage (kWh, fuel consumption, electricity).
  
  
• Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions (direct emissions from owned sources and energy-related emissions).
  
  
• Energy efficiency actions (like efficiency upgrades or renewable energy adoption).
  
  

Now, when SRS (which will likely become mandatory in 2026) comes into play, you’ll need to go deeper, adding details like governance, climate-related risk disclosures (such as Scenario Analysis), Scope 3 emissions (from your value chain), and long-term transition plans to net-zero.

But guess what? A lot of the data you’re already collecting for SECR will be useful for SRS. Dcycle makes this transition seamless.

Example

To comply with SECR, you report Data X:

• Energy usage data (kWh, fuel use).
  
  
• Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
  
  

This same Data X is what you’ll need when transitioning to SRS, plus a few additional elements. Since Dcycle collects and tracks all this data automatically, when it’s time to switch to SRS, your energy data and emissions figures are already there. 

All you have to do is add a few extra elements (like the net-zero transition plan or Scope 3 emissions), and you’re good to go.

Now, Let’s Make Another Example with SDR (For the Financial Folks)

If your company is impacted by SDR (which is primarily for financial products but may impact companies making ESG claims), the same Data X you collect for SECR and SRS will be valuable again. This is because SDR also requires reporting on Scope 1, Scope 2 emissions, and energy consumption.

Even if you’re not directly reporting financial products, you’ll still need to provide detailed ESG disclosures. 

It’s not just about Carbon Footprint; it’s about proving the legitimacy of your ESG claims to avoid greenwashing.

Example

If you’re impacted by SDR, you’ll be asked to report the same Data X (energy usage, Scope 1/2 emissions) you’ve been collecting for SECR and SRS. You’re not starting from scratch here. 

With Dcycle, you’ll already have that data collected, so your ESG claims (whether related to financial products or not) can be substantiated and aligned with the SDR framework.

Why You Should Stop Obsessing About the Framework

Here’s the big takeaway: frameworks are going to keep changing. The EU has its CSRD. The UK is moving toward SRS. SDR will keep evolving, and SECR will eventually be phased out. 

But the data you’re collecting – your energy usage, emissions, efficiency actions, and governance details – doesn’t change. 

This is the foundation of your sustainability strategy, and it should be easy to manage, regardless of which framework you’re using.

Instead of constantly scrambling to adjust to new rules, get a system like Dcycle that lets you collect the core data in one place. With Dcycle, your data is always organized, updated, and ready for any framework, whether it’s SECR, SRS, SDR, or anything that comes next.

Dcycle: The System of Record for ESG Data

At Dcycle, we focus on what matters: the data. We give you one centralized platform where you can collect, track, and report on all your sustainability metrics without reinventing the wheel for every new reporting requirement.

Concrete Example

You’ve got your Data X (energy usage, Scope 1/2 emissions, energy efficiency actions). With Dcycle:

• For SECR, you simply click a button to generate your compliance report with all required data.
  
  
• For SRS, you can expand on that data and add in transition plans, governance, and Scope 3 emissions—also tracked automatically in Dcycle.
  
  
• For SDR, your energy consumption data and emissions figures are ready for use in proving your ESG claims, whether for financial products or corporate-level disclosures.

No more jumping between systems, spreadsheets, or manual data entry. Dcycle brings everything together in one place, helping you not just comply with today’s frameworks but be prepared for whatever comes next.

Beyond SECR, SRS, and SDR, companies also need to be aware of broader sustainability guidelines. In Spain, many organizations report under the EINF, while international commitments increasingly point toward initiatives like the SBTI. 

At the same time, financial institutions are adopting sustainable finance frameworks to align investments with climate and ESG goals.

Stop the Framework Panic, Start Focusing on the Data

Instead of obsessing over the SECR, SRS, or SDR framework du jour, focus on getting your data right. With Dcycle, you’ve got the tools to manage your data, track progress, and stay ahead of future ESG reporting requirements.

Your company’s journey to sustainability isn’t just about frameworks. It’s about the data that tells your story, tracks your progress, and keeps you aligned with all reporting standards.

Get started with Dcycle, and stop wasting time reworking your data every time a new reporting framework drops.

That’s it. Keep it simple. Let Dcycle manage your data, and make compliance easy—no matter which framework you’re dealing with.

Ready to ditch the confusion? Book a free demo today.