We know it all too well these days – energy is not a static bill. It must be bought at the right time in order to benefit from the best price. Buying energy is like buying anything else for your farm, just like fertiliser, cow feed or labour – it must be done with forethought and strategy.
Energy costs are subject to many factors, often directly linked to current events. For example, the current energy crisis we are all facing, at the moment, is a consequence of the war in Ukraine and the COVID19 pandemic… highlighting the unstable nature of energy costs and the importance of better planning.
Straid Farms Limited, based in Girvan, South Ayrshire, (a Tarff Valley member) was quick on the uptake of such planning and therefore we were able to help save Claire Drummond and her team over £7000 on their electrical contract renewal, based on the rate they were on over a 16-month term.
Thinking long-term, JB Paterson & Co (also a Tarff Valley member) locked their rates a year in advance with the help of GO Low Carbon. We took the hassle out of looking for energy quotations and helped them agree rates for their 5 meters. This will save Steven Paterson and his team substantial amounts of money, due to energy prices continuing to rise since they agreed on their rates.
For our Sales Director, Mark Ludford, energy price rises show no sign of stopping any time soon. “With what’s happening in the Ukraine, the market has never been more volatile and unpredictable.” says Mark.
Our Director, Ryan Park, anticipates that energy costs will stay high for longer than predicted in most media outlets, which focus on the individual consumer. This is due to the big difference between business and domestic energy. With business energy, we look at the cost of investment by energy companies in alternative sources, which is primarily felt in consumer bills.
Ryan’s advice is to plan your energy consumption long-term, have a strategy around it. That way, you can ensure you are getting the best option for your business. You can do this yourself of course, but that is why you have us at GO Low Carbon.
GO Low Carbon often looks at rates a year in advance and use a panel of energy suppliers to help pick the right tariff. We’ll ensure you aren’t losing money on missed opportunities, such as low prices, and new grants; helping you make the best choice for your business.
From managing your energy contracts on your behalf to advising you on the most cost-effective suppliers and overall, being there at the right time to guide on everything energy related! Choose the strategic approach, contact GO Low Carbon today for additional information.
01228 830 850 | info@golowcarbon.co.uk
