Earnz – executive interview

In this interview, Peter Smith, CEO of Earnz, provides an investor update on the company’s buy-and-build strategy within the energy services sector. He outlines the three acquisitions completed to date, Cosgrove & Drew, South West Heating Services and A&D Carbon Solutions, and examines how these businesses align with major government funding initiatives worth billions of pounds. The discussion covers the company’s progression from start-up to anticipated EBITDA- and cash-positive status by Q425, while addressing common investor questions around government policy delays and the broadened acquisition approach for the next 12–18 months.

Earnz operates as an energy services platform designed for scale and sustainability, acquiring and integrating high-impact businesses across mechanical engineering, boiler installation and carbon solutions. The company strategically positions itself to capture value from key government initiatives including the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, the Energy Company Obligation and the Warm Homes Local Grant. Led by a management team with a proven track record of delivering 50% revenue growth and successful private equity exit at their previous company, Earnz aims to build long-term value for both public and private market investors.