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Sustainable Smart Technologies

Sustainable Smart Technologies provides advanced monitoring solutions across occupancy, environment, and energy, helping domestic and commercial clients reduce costs, lower emissions, and drive sustainability.

From initial consultation through to hardware installation, dashboarding, and data insights, we offer seamless end-to-end support, making building performance easy to understand and act on.

Our Neronis^® platform enables organisations and housing providers to accurately monitor space utilisation, indoor environmental quality, and energy consumption, turning real-time data into smarter decisions across homes, workplaces, and public buildings.

2017

IoT Horizon Ltd founded

Established with a clear mission: to harness the power of data to improve energy performance, operational efficiency, and sustainability across the built environment.

2018

Early Pilots and Partnerships

Delivered proof-of-value projects focused on energy monitoring and asset tracking.
Built strategic partnerships with universities and innovation hubs to explore and validate emerging use cases.

2019

First commercial installations

Completed early commercial deployments in manufacturing and commercial property sectors.
Demonstrated measurable value through energy savings, improved safety, and data-driven decision-making.

2020

Platform development and pandemic response

Invested in R&D to build the core of what would become the Neronis^® platform.
Supported clients with remote monitoring and indoor air quality solutions to create safer working environments during COVID-19.

2021

Launch of Neronis^® and expanded services

Launched Neronis^® - our dashboarding and analytics platform providing real-time insights into building performance.
Introduced a digital consultancy framework for sustainability
Achieved Cyber Essentials certification

2022

Platform growth and sector engagement

Celebrated our 5th anniversary
Expanded operations across both private and public sectors.
Actively contributed to regional digital advisory groups and innovation initiatives.

2023

Recognition and market expansion

Recognised for digital innovation with awards from Made Smarter and the Rossendale Business Awards.
Expanded into the residential sector with our first domestic housing deployment.

2024

Sustainable Smart Technologies - Acquisition and rebrand

Acquired by Sustainable Investments Group and rebranded as Sustainable Smart Technologies.
Joined a wider mission to deliver healthier, warmer, and more sustainable homes across the UK.

2025

Scaling impact across sectors

Now operating in both domestic and commercial markets supporting the transition to net zero through practical, data-driven innovation.
Recognised as a Liverpool City Region Tech Climber for the third consecutive year.

About Sustainable Investments

Consolidating four distinct businesses under one umbrella, Sustainable Investments Ltd aims to lead the charge in promoting energy efficiency and decarbonisation in the built environment. Through positive impacts in housing, we strive to alleviate fuel poverty and to tackle the five main crises of modern times: the cost-of-living, energy security, housing, climate and public health.

Passionate about people and preserving their living conditions, we pride ourselves on our high standards, caring approach, formidable teamwork, dedicated leadership and unwavering commitment to honesty and integrity.

Find out more about the group

Incorporating

Sustainable, ethical and purpose led since the beginning.

Retrofit Decarbonisation Principal Tier 1 Contractor

Retrofit Consultancy, PAS 2035 Provider, and Domestic Housing Programme Management

Smart Building and Technology Solutions Provider

External Wall Insulation and Render Systems Supplier

Key goals we support

Reduce energy costs, usage, and carbon footprint
Enhance productivity and profitability
Improve workplace wellbeing
Ensure regulatory compliance
Achieve ESG objectives

Smart Buildings

IoT, or the Internet of Things, means using connected sensors and devices to gather and share data automatically. For building managers in commercial spaces and social housing providers, it offers a smart way to monitor energy use, occupancy, and environmental conditions.

This helps improve building performance, reduce costs, and enhance comfort for occupants. By supporting proactive management and informed decisions, IoT makes buildings more efficient, more sustainable, and easier to run.

Our Senior Leadership Team

Owner & Chairman

Derek Horrocks

Derek is the owner and chair of Sustainable Investments Limited, which incorporates four distinct and successful companies: Sustainable Building Services, Sustainable Energy Services, Permarock and Sustainable Smart Technologies. The £70m Group continues to go from strength to strength.

Derek is a renowned industry leader in decarbonisation, with a passion for improving the sustainability of buildings across the UK. He established the National Home Decarbonisation Group (NHDG) in 2023 and actively engages with government to develop new standards and improvements in the sector. His commitment to this sector has been recognised through numerous awards. He was awarded the ‘Unlock Net Zero Climate Champion’ in 2024. In addition to the NHDG, he also chairs the National Insulation Association (NIA), a trade body representing members that provide fully accredited and professionally installed insulation solutions to the UK market.

Managing Director

Niamh Allen

Niamh has always worked in the tech sector, beginning in internal sales and progressing through roles including business manager, sales manager and sales & marketing director.

With a track record of driving growth and expansion, she leads the strategy and operations as Managing Director of Sustainable Smart Technologies. She holds a First-Class Degree in Business Management and is a qualified Level 6 Chartered Manager. As a passionate advocate for women in tech, she is committed to inspiring the next generation of female leaders and entrepreneurs. She regularly speaks at industry events and conferences, sharing insights on leadership, innovation, and advancing women in technology.

Niamh also works closely with our partners and clients to ensure our solutions deliver tangible value and align with their sustainability and digital transformation goals.

Commercial Director

Deyrick Allen

As Commercial Director at Sustainable Smart Technologies, Deyrick brings over 30 years of experience in sensor technologies, IT security, and semiconductors, including a significant period at Hewlett Packard.

He founded IoT Horizon, a company specialising in sensor and IoT technologies, which was acquired by Sustainable Investments in 2024. He combines deep technical knowledge with strategic thinking and is passionate about innovation and collaboration. He focuses on building high-performing teams, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the company’s continued growth and success.

His role includes shaping commercial partnerships, identifying new opportunities in emerging markets, and ensuring our solutions meet the needs of clients across sectors such as manufacturing, property, and public services.

Technical Director

Dan Bradley

Dan’s career began in academic research after earning a doctorate in electrochemistry from the University of Manchester. He later moved into project management, serving as programme manager for a €4.8M civil engineering research project funded by the European Commission.

With over a decade of experience in R&D management, he has also worked as a technology consultant and as a research fellow at the UK Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology. As Technical Director at Sustainable Smart Technologies, he leads the delivery of smart building projects for clients including multinationals, social landlords, and innovation funders.

He also oversees technical strategy, supports solution architecture, and ensures our systems deliver on both operational and environmental performance objectives.

Software & IT Director

Tom Allen

As Software and IT Director at Sustainable Smart Technologies, Tom leads the development team and oversees the Neronis^® platform, which he designed and built to support both commercial and domestic applications.

Tom brings a strong track record in delivering scalable, high-quality IoT solutions, managing technical teams, and driving continuous innovation. His role spans the full technology stack, from device connectivity and gateway integration to cloud infrastructure and platform development.

He remains focused on evolving the platform to meet changing client needs while ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.