Chris Horsley

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Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 3rd July

At Energy Costs Managed, we believe energy consultancy should never be one size fits all. We work closely with every client to develop a tailored energy procurement strategy, helping businesses manage risk, reduce utility costs and make informed purchasing decisions with confidence.


Planning Ahead fo...



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03.07.26 12:44 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 25th June 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we pride ourselves on being energy consultants with a difference. Rather than offering a one size fits all service, we work closely with our clients to provide a personalised approach to managing and reducing their business utility costs.


Energy Markets Show Signs of Stabilis...


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26.06.26 01:14 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 19th June 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we pride ourselves on being energy consultants with a difference. Rather than offering a one size fits all service, we work closely with our clients to provide a personalised approach to managing and reducing their business utility costs.


Falling Wholesale Energy Prices: Is n...


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19.06.26 01:09 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 12th June 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we pride ourselves on being energy consultants with a difference. Rather than offering a one size fits all service, we work closely with our clients to provide a personalised approach to managing and reducing their business utility costs.


Energy Prices and Where Might they go...


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12.06.26 01:00 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 29th May 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we help businesses take a more strategic and informed approach to energy procurement, contract management and cost reduction.


Insight of the Week:

Why Energy Efficiency is Becoming a Procurement Priority in 2026

With wholesale energy markets continuing to fluctuate many UK busi...


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29.05.26 02:46 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 22nd May 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we help businesses take a more strategic and informed approach to energy procurement, contract management, and cost reduction.


Insight of the Week:

Why Flexible Energy Purchasing is Gaining Attention in 2026

As wholesale energy markets continue to experience periods of uncertai...


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28.05.26 03:37 PM - Comment(s)
What Is Energy Procurement and Why Does It Matter for UK Businesses?

Energy costs are one of the largest ongoing expenses for many UK businesses. Whether you operate a small office, a retail premises, a warehouse or multiple commercial sites, the way you purchase your electricity and gas can have a significant impact on your overall operating costs. This is why energ...

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13.05.26 03:35 PM - Comment(s)
Out-of-Contract Energy Rates Explained: What Every Business Needs to Know

Out-of-contract rates explained

Out-of-contract energy rates are the pricing structures applied when a business does not have an active energy contract in place. Instead of a negotiated agreement, the supplier applies a default tariff until a new contract is agreed.

These rates are typically signifi...

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13.05.26 10:35 AM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 8th May 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we help businesses take a more strategic and informed approach to energy procurement, contract management, and cost reduction.


Insight of the Week:

Market Stability Returns - But Volatility Still Creates Risk and Opportunity 

With wholesale energy markets continuing to rea...


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08.05.26 01:15 PM - Comment(s)
Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 15th May 2026

At Energy Costs Managed, we help businesses take a more strategic and informed approach to energy procurement, contract management, and cost reduction.


Insight of the Week:

Market Volatility Returns as Traders React to Supply Uncertainty 

Wholesale energy markets experienced renewed volatility thi...


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08.05.26 01:15 PM - Comment(s)