Your negotiating position is usually strongest before the renewal deadline starts doing the negotiating for you.

Leaving energy procurement too late can reduce supplier choice, limit time to challenge contract terms and turn a commercial decision into an administrative rush.

Starting early does not mean buying immediately. It means understanding the market, testing supplier appetite and being ready to act when the price and contract structure meet your objectives.

If your electricity or gas contract expires within the next 12–18 months, it is worth reviewing your options now—even if the decision is to wait.