Leaving procurement until the final few weeks reduces your options and can turn a considered decision into a deadline-driven one. Starting earlier does not mean buying immediately. It gives you time to: Understand your market position naked of any embedded commissionCompare contract structuresTrack prices against an agreed strategyAct when the opportunity is right Good energy…
Volume tolerances, change-in-law provisions, pass-through charges and termination rights may not attract much attention when a quote lands. They often become much more interesting once circumstances change. Before signing, businesses should understand: * How far consumption can vary* Which charges can be amended* What happens if a site closes or usage falls* Where the commercial…
But one point is worth remembering: the scheme exists to benefit the consumer. Specialist support will certainly add value—particularly when confirming eligibility, completing applications and managing the process. However, any fee or share of the resulting savings should be proportionate to the work undertaken and the expertise provided. Before appointing a partner, make sure you…
A “free” energy procurement service is rarely free.Broker commission can be built into the unit rate, meaning the more energy your business uses, the more you pay. Over a multi-year contract, even a small uplift can become a significant cost. Before renewing, ask three simple questions:What is the broker’s total fee?How is it calculated?What services…
Large organisations can offer scale, systems and resources. Smaller advisers can provide something equally valuable: direct access to experienced people, greater flexibility and a service shaped around the client rather than a standard process. The real questions are: * Who will actually manage your account?* How transparent are the fees?* What insight will you receive…
Market move: UK NBP day-ahead gas rose 8.8% yesterday to 148.29p/therm. Day-ahead power increased 1.7% to £126.30/MWh, while Winter 2026 gas climbed to 149.20p/therm. Pricing is relatively flat this morning in limited trading. Why it matters: Conditions attached to reopening the Strait of Hormuz are sustaining uncertainty around Qatari LNG supplies. European storage also remains…
After 25 years in the energy industry, helping some of the world’s largest energy-consuming organisations manage their energy procurement, I’m excited to announce the launch of Low Cost Energy Advice. Throughout my career, I’ve learned that every business is different. Often, the greatest value comes from having access to experienced, independent advice at the right…