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Future-proofing UK organisations against rising energy volatility


With energy prices climbing and regulations tightening, energy has shifted from a fixed overhead to a strategic priority for many UK organisations


The National Energy Hub, an award- winning energy consultancy, works with businesses, schools, manufacturers and public sector bodies to take control of costs, cut carbon and build long-term resilience. Rather than chasing the lowest


tariff, The National Energy Hub develops holistic energy strategies — combining intelligent procurement, compliance and reporting support, and the integration of on-site generation and storage.


ADDRESSING PRICE VOLATILITY & MARKET PRESSURES Energy inflation has averaged around 5% per year since 1988, with costs remaining unpredictable. Electricity


Te National Energy Hub helps clients take a wider view: not just what they pay, but how


demand is rising sharply, fuelled by the growth of AI technologies and energy-hungry data centres, placing new pressure on the grid. At the same time, organisations face connection delays and capacity constraints, while non- energy costs increase to fund grid upgrades and modernisation. The UK still relies heavily on


natural gas for electricity generation and imports a large share of its supply, leaving businesses exposed to global market shocks. Fixing a tariff may offer short-term certainty, but it doesn’t solve these structural challenges. The National Energy Hub helps clients take a wider view: not just what they pay, but how and when they buy energy, manage demand and adapt to a fast-changing market through flexibility schemes and smarter procurement strategies.


UNLOCKING THE BENEFITS OF CLEAN TECHNOLOGY Through its ZeroCRBN initiative, The National Energy Hub provides fully funded or capex options for solar PV, battery storage, EV charging and heat pumps. These solutions enable organisations to generate


and store electricity on site, reduce grid dependence and strengthen sustainability performance.


INNOVATION AT THE FOREFRONT The National Energy Hub also delivers AI-driven energy optimisation, one of the first services of its kind in the UK. By automating energy use around live market signals, clients can cut waste, increase efficiency and unlock new revenue streams.


SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES As part of its wider mission, The National Energy Hub reinvests in community initiatives — from education to sustainability programmes. Recent examples include partnerships with the Titan Fund and Solihull Moors Foundation, supporting young people in Birmingham and Solihull as part of a broader commitment to reinvest in education, wellbeing and sustainability programmes nationwide. For UK organisations facing an


increasingly complex landscape, The National Energy Hub offers more than cost savings — it delivers stability, compliance and measurable impact.


Energy isn’t just a


cost to be managed — it’s a strategy to be optimised


BRADLEY BEVAN, CEO OF THE NATIONAL ENERGY HUB


SOURCE: ONS


For further information


T: 0121 818 6018 E: hello@thenationalenergyhub.co.uk Visit: thenationalenergyhub.co.uk


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Live events should never be seen as a cost to business


In a climate where every investment is scrutinised, the role of events in marketing and communications is shifting


For more than 45 years, DRPG has championed the idea that events aren’t a cost centre, they’re a value driver. That belief is now being echoed by clients who need to demonstrate the impact of face-to-face interaction to senior stakeholders. That value comes from


the unique focus that events create and few other channels can match. They can lift team spirit and open up conversations that lead to decisions being made faster. But that only happens when they’re built with intent and measured against clear outcomes. No organisation would invest


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delegate’s journey begins well before they enter the venue. Insight into their needs helps shape the path, and the right use of technology keeps that experience dynamic. Creative design then binds it all together, ensuring the memory of the event lives on and continues to influence behaviour. In practice, this approach has been applied to senior leadership gatherings, large-scale launches and cultural programmes that


reshape organisations. But the results speak for


in machinery without first understanding the exact return and output of that piece of machinery. The same thinking applies to events: start with the change metric (the outcome), and work back from there. Increasingly, that’s exactly what clients expect — conversations that once centred on cost now begin with a sharper question: what will


themselves. An automotive expo designed by DRPG delivered an £80m uplift in sales through immersive design and gamification, while an activation delivered at the 2025 British Grand Prix recorded a 10-minute dwell time across more than 16,000 visitors. Recognition such as Best Event Agency at the Conference and Events Awards is valued, but it’s the outcomes for clients that matter most — the


Events can lift team spirit and open up conversations that lead to decisions being made faster. But that only happens when they’re built with intent and measured against clear outcomes


change created and the momentum that follows. By working with the right


organisations from the outset, every event is tied to wider business goals. As events continue to evolve, becoming more agile and accountable, their worth as a strategic revenue driver only grows.


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