Energy Management
The keys to energy usage
Businesses face numerous challenges when purchasing energy, with many asking for more control and more assistance in managing energy costs and volume risks. Nik Ashworth, Buiness & Public Sector Manager at npower, looks at the steps the government and energy providers can take to assist companies in reducing energy use and satisfying industry-wide legislation.
The role of the energy supplier is evolving as businesses have to consider the total cost of energy as well as meeting internal and industry-wide quotas for usage and emissions. Previously, an energy supplier did just that – supply the necessary energy as the business managed its own procurement risks, legislation and usage.
However, the latest findings from npower’s Business Energy Index (nBEI) report revealed that nearly half of the businesses surveyed (46%)
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felt they had not received adequate guidance from the government on the CRC since it was implemented in April 2010. A quarter (28%) felt that they needed external advice and support on reducing/managing carbon emissions, with SMEs ranking energy suppliers as their preferred source for this advice.
Clearly, businesses are asking for more information and support, and it is the role of the energy supplier to deliver this advice. npower is one company aiming to add value
by advising businesses on how to meet new energy legislation while retaining a competitive edge. This is done through a strategic approach of measuring, monitoring and minimising energy usage.
Measuring Regardless of the different energy
targets each individual organisation strives to meet, access to accurate and comprehensive data underpins the instigation of an effective energy management strategy. Only by having a full understanding of energy
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