Business Details
Expert Engineering Solutions for Waste, Renewables & Energy
Cobalt Energy has been delivering engineering and operational excellence in the waste, renewables, and energy sectors for over a decade. Our expertise spans technical consulting, project delivery, and long-term operations, providing tailored solutions to optimise efficiency and sustainability. With a hands-on approach, we combine deep sector knowledge with practical experience across waste-to-energy, biomass, anaerobic digestion, and battery storage projects. Our full-lifecycle support ensures clients receive strategic guidance from feasibility studies through to asset decommissioning.We prioritise risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and innovation, embedding ESG principles in every project. With a proven track record supporting industry leaders, our team of engineers and consultants delivers reliable, sustainable, and commercially viable solutions. Our commitment to continuous improvement and client-centric values ensures projects are executed with precision, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and expertise.
Services
Waste to Energy
Biomass
Anaerobic Digestion
Battery Energy Storage
Process Plant Outage Support
Asset Recovery
Technical Due Diligence
Market Intelligence
Planning Advice
Health and Safety Support
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in waste and renewable energy sectors.
- Our full-lifecycle support ensures seamless project execution from concept to completion.
- We combine technical expertise with hands-on operational experience for practical solutions.
- Our risk management approach prioritises regulatory compliance and future-proof investments.
- We embed ESG principles in every project to drive sustainability and long-term value.
Services
Waste to Energy
We design and optimise waste-to-energy plants, including combustion, gasification, and pyrolysis technologies. Our services cover feasibility studies, technical due diligence, and operational support for municipal and commercial clients. With extensive experience in regulatory compliance and process efficiency, we help clients maximise energy output while minimising environmental impact through innovative engineering solutions.
Biomass
Our biomass expertise includes facility design, combustion optimisation, and supply chain strategy. We provide technical consulting for biomass plant operations, ensuring efficient feedstock utilisation and regulatory compliance. By leveraging our sector knowledge, clients benefit from enhanced energy output and sustainable practices aligned with circular economy principles.
Anaerobic Digestion
We deliver end-to-end anaerobic digestion solutions, from feasibility studies to operational optimisation. Our team specialises in feedstock analysis, process efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Clients gain improved biogas yields and waste management outcomes through tailored engineering and hands-on implementation support.
Battery Energy Storage
Our services include grid connection advice, technical due diligence, and owners' engineer support for battery energy storage systems. We address design, safety, and performance optimisation challenges, ensuring reliable integration with renewable energy sources. Clients benefit from enhanced grid stability and cost-effective energy management solutions.
Technical Due Diligence
We conduct comprehensive technical and commercial due diligence for renewable energy projects. Our assessments cover technology viability, regulatory compliance, and market risks. By identifying bottlenecks and mitigation strategies, we help clients make informed investment decisions and ensure project bankability.
People
Ian Crummack
Managing Director & CEO
With extensive leadership experience in energy sectors, Ian drives Cobalt Energy's strategic vision. He ensures technical excellence and client satisfaction across all projects.
Nick Charnock
Director of Projects & Deputy CEO
Nick oversees project delivery, leveraging his engineering expertise to manage complex renewable energy initiatives from concept to completion.
Deon Venter
Chief Technical Officer & QHSE Director
Deon leads technical operations and health & safety compliance, ensuring projects meet rigorous quality and environmental standards.
Gavin Lawrenson
Group Technical Director
Gavin provides technical leadership, focusing on innovation and operational efficiency in waste and renewable energy projects.
Denzil Taylor
O&M Director
Denzil manages operational excellence, ensuring reliable and sustainable performance for energy facilities under Cobalt's management.
Questions
What sectors does Cobalt Energy specialise in?
We focus on waste, renewables, and energy sectors, including waste-to-energy, biomass, anaerobic digestion, and battery storage projects.
What services do you offer across the project lifecycle?
We provide feasibility studies, technical due diligence, engineering design, project delivery, and long-term operational support.
How does Cobalt Energy ensure project sustainability?
We embed ESG principles in every project, prioritising carbon reduction, regulatory compliance, and sustainable resource management.
Can you support international renewable energy projects?
While UK-focused, our expertise in waste and renewables can be applied globally through strategic partnerships and remote consulting.
How do you handle risk management for energy projects?
We conduct HAZOP studies, regulatory audits, and operational risk assessments to mitigate technical, environmental, and commercial risks.
What training services do you provide?
We offer plant operations training, sustainability workshops, and carbon accounting mentoring to enhance client team capabilities.
