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We Work With Trusted UK Suppliers
We’re committed to helping businesses across the UK find the best deals for their gas and electricity. We work with a range of suppliers, so we’re able to find you the most valuable deals for your business’ needs.
Warehouses face high energy bills due to expensive lighting, heating and cooling systems. When you switch suppliers with BusinessEnergy.com, you’ll be able to select a cheaper energy tariff.
Increasing your energy efficiency can also help to reduce costs. Our energy experts can provide you with the help and advice you need to improve your efficiency.
We understand that running a warehouse business can take a lot of work. This may mean you do not have the time to search the market for the best deal. That is where BusinessEnergy.com comes in. We search our trusted panel of suppliers for the cheapest energy deal. Many of our prices are exclusive and not available directly.
Give our free comparison engine a try today to find out how much you could save.
Reduce Your Warehouse’s Energy Bills
It’s our goal to help make your warehouse as cost-efficient as possible. By increasing your level of energy-efficiency, you can cut costs as well as improve your green credentials.
There is a huge focus on environmental sustainability and combating climate change. Taking steps to becoming a more eco-friendly business will boost your reputation.
Energy bills can account for up to a quarter of a warehouse’s overhead costs. Research has indicated that you can reduce these costs and lower your energy consumption by around 50%.
We can help you find a cheaper energy deal to further reduce your company’s overheads. We can also fix these prices for multiple years so they do not increase.
This can make your bills easier to predict and help with your energy management.
Our energy experts will provide you with information to make the best choice for your warehouse’s energy. We’ll even keep you updated on deals after your switch. This means you will never have to pay higher rates again.
Why Choose us for Your Warehouse’s Energy Switch?
Access to exclusive energy deals
We work with a variety of trusted energy suppliers. These range from the UK’s Big 6 to independent suppliers
Tariffs tailored to your needs
We work with you to tailor business energy to your needs. This includes your warehouse location and usage.
Quick & service
We can show you tariffs from over 50 suppliers of gas and electricity in a matter of seconds. We have trusted relationships with our supplier panel and we have access to a range of exclusive deals.
Expert help and support
Our energy professionals will guide you through your supplier switch from start to finish.
Keep up to date on your switch online
Our innovative online ‘Track My Switch’ tool allows you to keep up with the progress of your supplier switch.
Warehouse Energy Saving Tips
The first step to reducing your energy consumption is to understand your usage. This can help identify areas where energy efficiency can be improved. If you have a smart meter, you’ll be able to access your daily/hourly usage data. You will also be able to acces this information on a recent energy bill.
Once you’ve examined your energy consumption, it can be helpful to create targets to reduce your usage. It is also great to ensure that all staff are on board with your efforts.
According to the Carbon Trust, over half of the energy used by warehouses for lighting and heating. Whilst ensuring the environment is still safe, could be saved by adjusting usage practices and becoming more efficient.
You could increase your lighting efficiency by installing energy-efficient LED lights. These lights are 90% more efficient than standard incandescent light bulbs and they’re also longer lasting. It has been estimated that yearly savings of around £131 could be made by switching to LED or high frequency fluorescent lighting. Additionally, you should also make as much use of natural lighting as possible to help reduce energy consumption.
Heating and cooling tend to be the biggest costs for warehouses. These costs can be reduced by improving ventilation and making sure that exterior doors are not left open for long periods. If vehicles are regularly coming in and out of your premises, it may be worth segregating intake and dispatch areas from the rest of the warehouse. To further increase heating efficiency, ensure that your boiler and heating system are in good shape. You can do this by organising a yearly service and replacing your boiler system every 10-15 years.
Upgrading your electrical appliances can also help to lower your energy consumption and bills. For example, it is estimated that a conveyor system can account for 50% of a warehouses electrical usage [1]. Purchasing a more efficient model and controlling your usage can help to reduce this consumption.
If your business uses forklifts, using an electric vehicle instead could help you save. Electric forklifts tend to be less noisy, more manoeuvrable and they don’t create fumes. You should also consider how you schedule recharging, although you could benefit from taking advantage of government subsidies and investing in EV chargers.
Finally, you should encourage staff to avoid leaving electric devices such as computers, printers and fans on overnight to reduce energy wastage. You should also aim to turn electronics off during operating hours if they’re not in use. These simple measures can help to lower your energy consumption and help you save on your bills.
Warehouse & Distribution Business Energy FAQs
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How Long Could it Take to Switch Warehouse Energy Supplier?
Timescales can vary, but a business energy switch should take around 5 days to complete. Please note that this will not affect your supply.
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Can I Compare Energy Suppliers for More Than One Location?
If you manage more than one warehouse, or if you have a combination of a warehouse and commercial or retail site in multiple locations, a multi-site energy contract may be the most suitable option for your needs.
With a multi-site deal, you can consolidate all your meters and bills into one account to make them easier to keep track of and manage.
Our experienced energy advisors can provide you with all the help and advice you need about multi-site tariffs, so that you can make the best choice for your business.
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Can I Select a Renewable Energy Supplier?
Yes. If you’d like to select an energy tariff with a renewable energy supplier, we can recommend a variety of options. All you have to do is make us aware of this preference when you get in touch with us.