Energy Procurement for Yorkshire Businesses: A Guide to Cost-Effective Solutions
Energy costs can be one of the most significant operating expenses for businesses. For Yorkshire-based organisations, from manufacturing hubs in Leeds to healthcare facilities in Sheffield, smart energy procurement can play a pivotal role in controlling expenses, improving operational efficiency, and driving sustainability goals. But what exactly does energy procurement involve, and how can businesses in Yorkshire unlock its full potential?
If your goal is to reduce energy costs, simplify contract management, and make the most of renewable solutions, you’re in the right place.
What Is Energy Procurement?
Energy procurement refers to the process of sourcing and managing energy contracts that align with your operational needs, financial goals, and sustainability initiatives. It’s about more than just picking a supplier—it’s about crafting a strategy to minimise costs, improve efficiency, and plan for long-term stability.
For Yorkshire businesses, navigating energy procurement can feel complex, with market volatility, rising energy prices, and evolving green regulations adding to the pressure. Yet, with a structured approach, it’s possible to turn these challenges into opportunities.
The Steps for Smarter Energy Procurement
To make energy work for your business, it’s essential to follow these key steps:
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Energy prices fluctuate due to factors like demand, geopolitical events, and commodity availability. A huge part of cost-effective procurement is timing your decisions. Without the right insights, businesses can overspend or lock into unfavourable contracts.
Energy Oasis tracks energy prices daily, using their market expertise to recommend the best times to secure fixed or flexible contracts. Supporting Yorkshire businesses across Harrogate, Leeds, and Sheffield, they tailor their approach to local business needs.
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With dozens of suppliers and multiple contract options—such as fixed or flexible rates—selecting an energy contract can be overwhelming. The right terms depend on your business's energy usage, risk tolerance, and future growth plans.
Energy Oasis steps in to simplify this process. Leveraging their relationships with suppliers, they negotiate contracts designed to save costs and offer flexibility when energy demand changes.
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Procurement doesn’t end when the contract is signed. Ongoing management—including usage monitoring, bill validation, and mid-contract renegotiation—can uncover hidden savings and prevent overcharges.
Energy Oasis doesn’t just help you secure a contract; they stay by your side throughout its lifecycle. Their experts ensure your energy expenses are accurate and continually optimised.
By focusing on these steps, Yorkshire businesses can reduce administrative strain, avoid overpaying, and better align energy usage with operational goals.
Why Choose Energy Oasis for Energy Procurement?
Unlike one-size-fits-all brokerage services, Energy Oasis offers a holistic approach designed to maximise efficiency. Here’s what sets us apart:
Bill Validation
Errors on energy invoices can add up to costly mistakes. Energy Oasis meticulously reviews your bills, ensuring you never pay for what you don’t use.
Electricity and Gas Brokerage
By combining negotiation expertise and market insights, we consistently secure the best rates for your business.
Water and Telecom Optimisation
Energy Oasis goes beyond traditional brokerage, optimising contracts for water and telecom utilities to cut costs across multiple services.
Energy Reduction First
Rather than selling unnecessary products, Energy Oasis prioritises helping businesses cut down on usage first. Our approach ensures you only invest in solutions that meet your unique needs.
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Since 2017, Saxon Quality Foods has been working with Linton Chapel Associates, part of the Energy Oasis group, to navigate the challenges of the wholesale energy market. By relying on our expertise, they were able to perfectly time their energy procurement. With the help of our weekly market trackers, they avoided price surges and secured contracts at the most favorable points in the market cycle.
Our invoice validation services also played a key role, ensuring their monthly bills were accurate and identifying any discrepancies that needed correcting. Thanks to the dedicated support of their account manager, Dave Amann, Saxon Quality Foods built a strong relationship with us based on trust and results. Year after year, they continue to benefit from significant cost savings through our tailored approach and expert guidance.
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Energy Oasis partnered with Nippon Express, a global logistics company, to provide tailored and comprehensive energy management solutions. Addressing Nippon's compliance requirements for SECR and ESOS reporting, Energy Oasis built a streamlined process for mandatory energy assessments while expanding into broader initiatives. These included brokering competitive energy contracts, installing energy monitoring systems, and upgrading facilities with intelligent LED lighting. A milestone achievement was the launch of Nippon's first solar project at Castle Donington, marking a key step towards renewable energy adoption.
This partnership significantly reduced Nippon's environmental footprint, saving 8 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2023 through solar power alone. Energy monitoring and energy-efficient LED installations have driven ongoing operational efficiency, while the tailored solutions delivered by Energy Oasis have reinforced Nippon's commitment to sustainable practices. Praising the collaboration, Nippon highlighted their plans to continue leveraging Energy Oasis’s expertise for future green initiatives, underlining the success of this dynamic partnership.
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Energy Oasis partnered with JT Atkinson, a leading building supplies company, to deliver tailored and innovative energy management solutions designed for significant cost savings and environmental impact reduction. To address the company's high electricity consumption, particularly from lighting, Energy Oasis implemented a comprehensive energy strategy. This included the installation of Solar PV systems across 25 sites, energy monitoring systems, and intelligent LED lighting upgrades. Additional measures such as emergency and external lighting enhancements, featuring advanced technologies like daylight harvesting, further boosted energy efficiency. The bespoke approach ensured each site benefited from optimised solutions tailored to their operational needs.
These initiatives resulted in remarkable outcomes for JT Atkinson, achieving a 75% reduction in energy consumption and cutting electricity costs to an average of £3,150 per site annually. Carbon emissions were significantly reduced, with 1,198 tonnes of CO2 saved through solar installations. The long-term financial benefits include a seven-year return on investment and 20 years of index-linked revenue from feed-in tariffs. This partnership highlights the value of customised energy solutions and positions JT Atkinson as a leader in sustainable practices.
Energy Procurement for a Greener Future
Yorkshire businesses sit at the crossroads of industrial history and a sustainable future. Energy procurement offers an opportunity to lead in this transition, with advantages that extend beyond costs:
Environmental Responsibility: Sourcing renewable energy options demonstrates your commitment to business sustainability.
Client Preference: Today’s clients value eco-conscious businesses, making responsible energy decisions a competitive edge.
Operational Stability: Securing favourable contracts reduces financial uncertainty, providing confidence to plan for the long term.
This isn’t just about saving money—it’s about staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Take the Next Step with Energy Oasis
Discover how Energy Oasis can transform your energy strategy. Contact us now to learn more about cost-effective, sustainable energy procurement solutions tailored to your business needs.
Don't wait to take control of your energy costs—partner with Energy Oasis and lead Yorkshire into a smarter energy future.