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Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 3rd September 2026

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:44:34 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

At Energy Costs Managed, we believe managing your energy costs should be about more than simply finding a tariff.

Every business has different energy requirements, risk tolerances and contract objectives. That's why we provide tailored procurement and ongoing energy management support designed to help businesses manage risk, control costs and make informed decisions.

Are You Leaving Your Energy Contract Until the Last Minute?

When an energy contract is approaching its end date, it can be tempting to put renewal decisions off until the last minute.

However, waiting too long can leave your business with fewer options and less time to assess the market.

A proactive approach to energy procurement can give you greater visibility, more time to consider your options and the opportunity to make a decision based on your business's circumstances rather than a looming deadline.

Know when your contract ends

One of the simplest steps you can take is to know exactly when your current energy contract expires.

With multiple meters, sites or suppliers, it can be easy for renewal dates to get overlooked.

We help businesses keep track of important contract dates so that energy procurement can be planned rather than rushed.

Give yourself time to review your options

Energy prices can change considerably over time.

Starting the procurement process early allows you to monitor market conditions and consider whether securing a new contract now, waiting for a potentially better opportunity or taking a different approach could be appropriate for your business.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer.

The right approach depends on factors such as your budget, risk tolerance, consumption profile and how far in advance you need certainty over your energy costs.

Don't focus solely on the headline price

A low unit rate may look attractive, but it is only one part of an energy contract.

Standing charges, contract structure, payment terms, flexibility and other contractual considerations can all affect the overall suitability of an agreement.

We help businesses look beyond the headline rate and understand the wider terms before making a decision.

Compare the Market

Having access to a range of suppliers can help ensure your options aren't limited to a single provider.

At Energy Costs Managed, we compare more than 20 suppliers when procuring energy, helping businesses assess available options based on their individual requirements.

Avoid rushed decisions

Leaving procurement until the final few weeks of a contract can create unnecessary pressure.

By starting earlier, you have more time to gather accurate consumption information, review your existing agreement, consider your objectives and assess available options.

It also means you can approach renewal with a clearer understanding of what you want from your next contract.

Ongoing support after procurement

Choosing a new energy contract is only part of the process.

Once your agreement is in place, there are still bills to check, meter readings to provide, supplier queries to resolve and market movements to monitor.

Our ongoing energy management service helps businesses stay on top of these areas throughout the life of their contract.

Is your contract coming up for renewal?

If your electricity or gas contract expires within the next 12 months, now could be a good time to review your position.

Energy Costs Managed has more than 15 years of experience in the energy industry, supporting businesses with procurement and ongoing energy management.

We can review your current arrangement, identify upcoming renewal dates and discuss the options available for your next contract.

Want to take a more proactive approach to your energy contract? Get in touch with Energy Costs Managed to arrange a complimentary 15-minute energy contract review.

Wholesale Energy Prices

Wholesale energy prices have remained volatile this week, with movements across the forward periods we monitor.

For businesses approaching contract renewal, keeping an eye on wholesale market movements can provide useful context when considering your next energy contract.

Book a complimentary 15-minute energy contract review.

Week to date - 26th August to 2nd September

Gas

October 2026: ↑ 162.26p to 182.15p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 167.91p to 186.75p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 151.34p to 169.65p/therm
June 2027: ↑ 102.34p to 118.35p/therm

Electricity

October 2026: ↑ £128.30 to £141.56/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £138.61 to £150.01/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £132.98 to £140.55/MWh
June 2027: ↑ £86.92 to £98.27/MWh

_{Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile.}The prices shown are indicative only and are intended to illustrate wholesale market movements. They should not be considered an offer to supply, a guaranteed contract price, or financial/trading advice.

Thank you for reading this weeks newsletter.

We'll be back next week with the latest wholesale energy market movements, practical advice and expert insight to help your business manage energy costs more effectively.

If you would like to discuss your current energy contract or arrange a complimentary energy review, we'd be delighted to help.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 20th August 2026

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:23:53 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

At Energy Costs Managed, we believe managing your energy costs should be about more than simply finding a tariff. Every business has different energy requirements, risk tolerances and contract objectives. That's why we provide tailored procurement and ongoing energy management support designed to help businesses manage risk, control costs and make informed decisions.

Is Your Business Energy Data Working Hard Enough for You?

Energy management is not just about the price you pay per unit. For many businesses the information contained within their energy accounts can provide valuable insight into how much energy they are using, where problems may be occurring and whether their current arrangements are still suitable.

The challenge is finding the time to monitor it all.

That is where E nergy Costs Managed can make a difference.

Turning energy information into useful insight

Your energy bills, meter readings and contract information all tell a story. However, when these are spread across different bills, suppliers and systems, it can be difficult to see the bigger picture.

We help businesses stay on top of the detail, providing ongoing support that can help you understand and manage your energy requirements more effectively.

Accurate meter readings matter

Estimated readings can make it harder to understand your actual consumption and may lead to unexpected adjustments further down the line. We send monthly meter reading reminders to help keep your account information up to date and your consumption accurately recorded.

Don't simply accept every bill

Energy invoices can contain a lot of information and checking every charge against your contract can be time-consuming. Our monthly bill validation service helps identify potential discrepancies and checks that charges are being applied in line with your agreed contract terms.

This service is subject to monthly invoices and the required meter readings being provided to Energy Costs Managed.

Understand what is happening in the market

Your business does not operate in isolation from the energy market. Wholesale electricity and gas prices can move for a variety of reasons, potentially affecting future procurement decisions.

We monitor relevant wholesale market movements and can highlight significant changes that may warrant a closer look at your energy position.

Make supplier issues someone else's problem

When an energy supplier gets something wrong, resolving the issue can involve emails, phone calls and repeated follow-ups. We can manage supplier disputes on your behalf, challenging errors and supporting escalation through the appropriate complaints and Energy Ombudsman processes where applicable.

One Partner for the ongoing detail

Energy Costs Managed has more than 15 years of experience in the energy industry, giving us a strong understanding of the challenges businesses face when managing electricity and gas contracts.

We compare more than 20 suppliers when procuring energy and continue supporting clients after the contract is in place.

Our 5 Star Google Rating and 46 Five star Trustpilot reviews reflect our commitment to providing a reliable, straightforward service.

Your Energy Should be Managed all Year Round

Energy procurement is only one part of effective energy management. By keeping your meter readings up to date, checking your bills, monitoring the market and dealing with supplier issues, you can have greater visibility over one of your business's key overheads.

Want to spend less time managing your energy? Talk to Energy Costs Managed about ongoing support for your business.

Wholesale Energy Prices

Wholesale energy prices have increased across all of the forward periods we monitor this week, with both gas and electricity currently trading above the levels reported in our previous update.

If your contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, our team can help you understand how current market movements could affect your next agreement.

Book a complimentary 15-minute energy contract review.

We'll review your current arrangement, identify any upcoming renewal and discuss how current market conditions could affect your next contract.

Week to date - 12th August to 19th August

Gas

September 2026: ↑ 149.91p to 156.39p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 155.54p to 162.27p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 135.34p to 145.10p/therm
June 2027: ↑ 92.12p to 97.85p/therm

Electricity

September 2026: ↑ £122.68 to £126.10/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £129.59 to £134.38/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £118.96 to £125.24/MWh
June 2027: ↑ £81.02 to £84.54/MWh

Thank you for reading this weeks newsletter.

We'll be back next week with the latest wholesale energy market movements, practical advice and expert insight to help your business manage energy costs more effectively.

If you would like to discuss your current energy contract or arrange a complimentary energy review, we'd be delighted to help.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 13th August 2026

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:24:13 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

At Energy Costs Managed, we believe managing your energy costs should be about more than simply finding a tariff. Every business has different energy requirements, risk tolerances and contract objectives. That's why we provide tailored procurement and ongoing energy-management support designed to help businesses manage risk, control costs and make informed decisions.

How Energy Costs Managed Can Support Your Business in 2026

Energy prices have remained highly volatile throughout 2026, making proactive management of your business energy contracts increasingly important. With contract renewals approaching for many businesses, understanding current market conditions can help you make informed decisions about when and how to procure your next electricity and gas contracts.

So, why use Energy Costs Managed to manage your electricity and gas contracts?

With over 15 years of experience in the energy industry, Director Chris Horsley brings extensive industry knowledge to Energy Costs Managed. Having traded for five years, we have supported businesses across the UK with energy procurement and ongoing energy management. Our 5-star Google rating and 46 five-star trustpilot reviews reflect the level of service we aim to provide to every client.

Comparison of Over 20 Energy Suppliers

We compare over 20 suppliers, prices, contract terms and conditions, turning a complex and time-consuming procurement decision into a simple, informed decision for you.

Ongoing Wholesale Energy Price Monitoring

We remind you when your meter readings are due, helping to ensure your consumption is accurately recorded and reducing reliance on estimated readings.

Monthly Bill Validation

We independently review your energy invoices to help identify billing discrepancies and ensure you are being charged in accordance with your agreed contract terms.

This service is subject to monthly invoices and the required meter readings being provided to Energy Costs Managed.

Supplier Dispute Resolution

If your energy supplier gets something wrong, we take ownership of the issue, challenge it with the supplier and, where appropriate and applicable, support escalation through the relevant complaints and Energy Ombudsman process.

Your Outsourced Energy Management Team

Energy Costs Managed provides the ongoing support of an outsourced energy-management function without the cost of employing a dedicated energy specialist. From meter readings and bill validation to supplier disputes, market monitoring and contract renewals, we manage the day-to-day aspects of your energy requirements so you don't have to.

Wholesale Energy Prices

Wholesale energy prices have increased across all forward periods this week, with both gas and electricity currently trading above the levels reported in our previous update.

If your contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, our team can help you understand how current market movements could affect your next agreement.

Book a complimentary 15-minute energy contract review.

We'll review your current arrangement, identify any upcoming renewal and discuss how current market conditions could affect your next contract.

Week to date - 5th August to 12th August

Gas

September 2026: ↑ 128.04p to 149.91p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 133.05p to 155.54p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 116.03p to 135.34p/therm
June 2027: ↑ 83.85p to 92.12p/therm

Electricity

September 2026: ↑ £110.33 to £122.68/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £115.66 to £129.59/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £107.90 to £118.96/MWh
June 2027: ↑ £76.67 to £81.02/MWh

Thank you for reading this weeks newsletter.

We'll be back next week with the latest wholesale energy market movements, practical advice and expert insight to help your business manage energy costs more effectively.

If you would like to discuss your current energy contract or arrange a complimentary energy review, we'd be delighted to help.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 6th August 2026

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:35:46 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

At Energy Costs Managed we understand that no two businesses have the same energy requirements. That's why we believe energy quotes and contracts should never be one size fits all. As wholesale energy markets have continued to fluctuate throughout 2026, we are proud to work closely with every client to develop a tailored procurement strategy that helps manage risk, reduce utility costs and secure the right contracts with confidence.

Helping Your Business Stay Ahead in 2026

As energy prices have continued to fluctuate throughout 2026, businesses face increasing operational costs and managing your energy contracts has never been more important.

At Energy Costs Managed we are committed to helping businesses secure competitive energy contracts, improve efficiency and make informed decisions that reduce long-term costs. In this edition, we will share practical insights to help your business stay one step ahead.

Understanding Todays Energy Market

The UK energy market remains dynamic, influenced by global demand, weather patterns, and changes in energy policy. While wholesale prices have reduced this week compared to recent peaks, businesses can still benefit from reviewing their current contracts. Regular market analysis and timely contract renewals can help protect against unnecessary price increases and ensure you're getting the best possible value.

Why Regular Energy Reviews Matter

Many businesses continue on contracts that no longer meet their needs. An annual energy review provides an opportunity to compare tariffs, identify potential savings, and assess whether your current supplier is delivering value. Even small improvements in your energy strategy can result in meaningful cost reductions over the course of a year.

Simple Steps to Improve Energy Efficiency

Reducing energy consumption doesn't always require significant investment. Simple measures such as upgrading to LED lighting, installing smart controls, maintaining heating and cooling systems and encouraging energy-conscious behaviours among staff can lower usage and reduce operating costs. These practical changes also support your organisation's sustainability goals.

How Energy Costs Managed Can Support Your Business

Our experienced team works with businesses across the UK to simplify energy procurement and deliver tailored solutions. From contract negotiations and market monitoring to ongoing account management, we provide expert guidance every step of the way. Our goal is to help you achieve greater cost certainty while freeing up valuable time to focus on running your business.

Whether your contract is due for renewal or you're simply looking to gain a better understanding of your energy spend, our team is here to provide independent advice and ongoing market insight.

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity prices declined across the reported forward contracts. With tensions between the US and Iran continuing we expect further volatility in costs as we approach the traditional winter period, for businesses approaching contract renewal in the coming months we believe that you should keep a close eye on market conditions.

If your contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, our team can help you understand how current market movements could affect your next agreement.

Our complimentary 15-minute contract review will assess your current pricing arrangements, identify any risk of rollover or deemed rates and help you plan your next procurement strategy with confidence.

Week to date - 29th July to 5th August

Gas

September 2026: ↓ 148.24p to 128.04p/therm
December 2026: ↓ 151.95p to 133.05p/therm
March 2027: ↓ 131.13p to 116.03p/therm
June 2027 83.85p/therm

Electricity

September 2026: ↓ £121.60 to £110.33/MWh
December 2026: ↓ £130.05 to £115.66/MWh
March 2027: ↓ £119.64 to £107.90/MWh
June 2027: £76.67/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Thank you for reading this weeks newsletter.

We'll be back next week with the latest wholesale energy market movements, practical advice and expert insight to help your business manage energy costs more effectively.

If you would like to discuss your current energy contract or arrange a complimentary energy review, we'd be delighted to help.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 30th July

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:57:19 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

At Energy Costs Managed, we believe energy procurement should never be one size fits all. With wholesale energy markets continuing to fluctuate, we work closely with every client to develop a tailored purchasing strategy that helps manage risk, reduce utility costs and secure contracts with confidence.

Building a Smarter Energy Budget: Why Visibility Matters

Wholesale energy prices will always fluctuate, but one of the biggest challenges for businesses isn't simply the price they payit's the lack of visibility over future energy costs. Improving your understanding of energy consumption and planning ahead can make budgeting more accurate and reduce unexpected costs throughout the year.

Businesses that regularly review their energy contracts and consumption data are often better prepared to make informed purchasing decisions when opportunities arise.

Understanding Your Energy Costs

Many businesses only look at their energy costs when it's time to renew their contract. However, reviewing your usage throughout the year can reveal trends that help improve budgeting, identify inefficiencies and support better procurement decisions.

Understanding when and how your business uses energy provides valuable insight that can influence future contract choices and operational planning.

Why Regular Contract Reviews Matter

Waiting until your contract is close to expiry can reduce the number of options available. By reviewing your contract well in advance, you have more time to assess market conditions, compare purchasing strategies and ensure your energy procurement aligns with your business goals.

An early review doesn't mean committing immediately it simply gives you greater flexibility and more control over the process.

Small Changes Can Deliver Long-Term Savings

Energy management isn't only about securing competitive unit rates. Reviewing your tariff structure, validating bills, identifying unnecessary charges and improving energy efficiency can all contribute to reducing overall costs.

Incremental improvements made throughout the year can often have a significant impact on annual energy expenditure.

Partnering with the Right Energy Experts

At Energy Costs Managed, we help businesses understand their energy costs, monitor market developments and identify procurement opportunities that support long-term budgeting and cost control.

Whether your contract is due for renewal or you're simply looking to gain a better understanding of your energy spend, our team is here to provide independent advice and ongoing market insight.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity prices declined across the reported forward contracts. Gas prices fell by between 2.4p and 3.7p/therm, while electricity prices decreased by £2.7 to £5.7/MWh, reflecting a softer wholesale market and reduced forward price expectations for delivery between August 2026 and March 2027.

With wholesale prices continue to remain volatile, businesses approaching contract renewal should keep a close eye on market conditions. If your contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, our team can help you understand how current market movements could affect your next agreement.

Week to date - 23rd July to 29th July

Gas

August 2026: ↓ 149.45p to 146.43p/therm
September 2026: ↓ 150.63p to 148.24p/therm
December 2026: ↓ 155.45p to 151.95p/therm
March 2027: ↓ 134.80p to 131.13p/therm

Electricity

August 2026: ↓ £125.69 to £122.44/MWh
September 2026: ↓ £127.34 to £121.60/MWh
December 2026: ↓ £133.10 to £130.05/MWh
March 2027: ↓ £122.30 to £119.64/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Whats New in The Energy Hub This Week?

This week in the Energy Hub, we're exploring practical ways businesses can take greater control of their utility costs.

Take a look at our latest insights to see where businesses are losing money on energy and, more importantly, where they can make meaningful savings. Whether you manage a golf club or a restaurant, these articles uncover hidden energy costs, explain what's driving your bills and provide practical steps to improve efficiency, reduce consumption and lower your overall energy spend. They're well worth a read if you're looking for opportunities to cut costs without compromising operations.

Golf Club Energy Audits: How to Identify Hidden Savings Across Your Club

Golf clubs across the UK are facing increasing pressure to manage rising operating costs while continuing to provide excellent facilities for members and visitors. From maintaining the clubhouse and hospitality areas to managing course facilities and changing rooms, energy plays a crucial role in daily operations.

However, many golf clubs do not have a complete understanding of where energy is being used, which areas are creating the highest costs or where savings opportunities may exist.

A professional golf club energy audit can provide valuable insight into energy consumption, identify inefficiencies and help clubs develop a practical strategy to reduce costs.

With energy prices remaining a significant concern for businesses, understanding how a golf club uses energy has become an important part of protecting profitability.

Read More Here

How Much Energy Does a Restaurant Use? Understanding Costs and Ways to Reduce Bills

Running a restaurant involves managing many different costs, from staffing and ingredients to rent, equipment and utilities. Among these expenses, energy is one of the most important overheads to control because restaurants rely on electricity and gas throughout the day to deliver their service.

Commercial kitchens, refrigeration, heating, lighting and ventilation systems all contribute to energy consumption. With rising energy prices continuing to affect hospitality businesses across the UK, many restaurant owners are looking for ways to understand their energy usage and reduce unnecessary costs.

Knowing how much energy a restaurant uses, what influences consumption and where savings can be achieved can help businesses improve profitability while maintaining the quality of service customers expect.

How Much Energy Does a Restaurant Use?

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 24th July

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:27:22 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

Stay Ahead of the Energy Market: Why Early Planning Matters

Wholesale gas and electricity prices have continued to fluctuate, with recent increases highlighting just how quickly market conditions can change. A combination of geopolitical developments, warmer weather across Europe and sustained demand for gas storage has driven wholesale prices higher, reinforcing the importance of having a proactive energy procurement strategy.

While no one can accurately predict future market movements, businesses that plan ahead are often in a stronger position than those waiting until their contract is about to expire.

Whats Driving the Market?

Wholesale energy prices are influenced by a wide range of factors, many of which are outside the UK's control. Recent price increases have been driven by geopolitical uncertainty, higher temperatures across Europe affecting energy demand patterns, and continued pressure to replenish gas storage ahead of future seasonal demand.

As gas remains a driver of UK electricity prices, any movement in wholesale gas markets can quickly impact the cost of both gas and electricity contracts.

Give Your Business More Buying Opportunities

One of the biggest mistakes businesses make is leaving their contract renewal until the final weeks. At that point, you're often limited to the prices available on the day, regardless of whether market conditions are favourable.

Beginning the renewal process up to 12 months before your contract ends gives you the opportunity to monitor wholesale market movements, consider different purchasing options and secure a contract when prices align with your business objectives.

Reduce Risk Through Forward Planning

Energy procurement is about managing risk as much as securing competitive prices. By reviewing your options early and monitoring the market over time, you gain greater flexibility, improve budget certainty and avoid making decisions under unnecessary time pressure.

With wholesale markets remaining volatile, having a clear procurement strategy has never been more important.

At Energy Costs Managed, we monitor wholesale gas and electricity markets every day, providing businesses with timely market insight and helping identify opportunities to secure competitive energy contracts.

If your current energy contract expires within the next 12 months, now is the ideal time to review your options. Planning ahead gives your business greater flexibility, reduces exposure to market volatility and puts you in the best possible position when it's time to renew.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity prices rose significantly, driven by a combination of geopolitical developments, warmer weather across Europe, and ongoing demand for gas storage. Together, these factors have increased volatility across the wholesale energy markets throughout the week.

With wholesale prices moving significantly this week, businesses approaching contract renewal should keep a close eye on market conditions. If your contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, our team can help you understand how current market movements could affect your next agreement.

Week to date - 16th July to 23rd July

Gas

August 2026: ↑ 131.98p to 149.45p/therm
September 2026: ↑ 132.60p to 150.63p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 138.10p to 155.45p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 123.63p to 134.80p/therm

Electricity

August 2026: ↑ £112.50 to £125.69/MWh
September 2026: ↑ £113.14 to £127.34/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £120.47 to £133.10/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £112.46 to £122.30/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Whats New in The Energy Hub This Week?

This week in the Energy Hub, we're exploring practical ways businesses can take greater control of their utility costs.

Discover why energy costs remain a major challenge for restaurants and golf clubs, even as wholesale prices fluctuate. Our latest articles explore the hidden factors driving business energy bills and share practical strategies to help reduce consumption, improve efficiency and take greater control of your energy costs.

How Much Does Energy Cost a Golf Club?

Running a golf club involves managing a wide range of costs, from course maintenance and staffing to hospitality, facilities and utilities. Among these expenses, energy is one of the most significant ongoing overheads, particularly for clubs operating large clubhouses, restaurants, changing facilities and event spaces.

With energy prices continuing to impact businesses across the UK, many golf club owners and committees are asking an important question:how much does energy cost a golf club?

The answer depends on a variety of factors, including the size of the club, the number of facilities, opening hours, heating requirements, catering operations and how effectively energy is managed. However, understanding what influences golf club energy costs can help clubs identify opportunities to reduce expenditure and improve financial control

Read More Here

Why are Restaurant Energy Bills so High?

Running a restaurant is challenging, with rising food prices, staffing costs and changing customer expectations all affecting profitability. However, one of the biggest and often overlooked expenses is energy.

From commercial kitchens and refrigeration to heating, lighting and customer comfort, restaurants rely heavily on energy every day. As a result, many restaurant owners across the UK are asking the same question:why are restaurant energy bills so high?

The answer is not simply rising energy prices. Restaurant energy costs are influenced by a combination of factors, including high consumption levels, inefficient equipment, operating hours, energy contracts and the way energy is monitored and managed.

Understanding what drives restaurant energy bills is the first step towards identifying savings opportunities and taking control of one of the most important business overheads.

Why Are Restaurant Energy Bills so High?

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 17th July

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

Energy Prices Are Rising - Is Your Business Ready?

Wholesale gas and electricity prices have increased in recent weeks, reminding businesses just how quickly energy markets can change. With geopolitical uncertainty, fluctuating weather conditions and ongoing pressure on global gas supplies continuing to influence prices, many organisations are asking the same question: when is the right time to renew my energy contract?

While it's impossible to predict the market with complete certainty, one thing is clear leaving your contract renewal until the last minute can reduce your options and expose your business to unnecessary price increases.

Why Are Prices Increasing?

Energy markets remain highly reactive to global events. Changes in gas supply, international tensions, seasonal demand and renewable energy output can all have a significant impact on wholesale gas and electricity prices. As wholesale gas continues to influence UK electricity prices, even short-term market movements can affect the cost of securing your next energy contract.

Don't Wait Until Your Contract Expires

Many businesses only begin reviewing their energy contract a few weeks before it ends. Unfortunately, this approach often means purchasing energy when the market dictates, rather than when conditions are most favourable.

By starting the renewal process up to 12 months before your contract end date, you'll have the opportunity to monitor market trends, review your options and secure a competitive contract when the timing is right for your business.

Plan Ahead with Confidence

There is rarely a perfect time to buy energy, but having a well-planned procurement strategy can help reduce risk and provide greater budget certainty. Monitoring the market over a longer period gives businesses more flexibility than making decisions under the pressure of an imminent renewal deadline.

At Energy Costs Managed, we monitor wholesale energy markets every day, helping businesses navigate changing market conditions and identify opportunities to secure competitive energy contracts.

If your current contract is due to expire within the next 12 months, now is the ideal time to start planning. Reviewing your options early gives you more flexibility, reduces exposure to market volatility and increases your chances of securing a competitive energy contract.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity prices increased significantly, driven by a combination of geopolitical developments, warmer weather across Europe, and continued demand for gas storage. These factors have contributed to heightened volatility across the wholesale energy markets throughout the week.

Week to date - 9th July to 16th July

Gas

August 2026: ↑ 120.83p to 131.98p/therm
September 2026: ↑ 121.37p to 132.60p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 126.16p to 138.10p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 112.60p to 123.63p/therm

Electricity

August 2026: ↑ £103.40 to £112.50/MWh
September 2026: ↑ £104.82 to £113.14/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £112.35 to £120.47/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £103.38 to £112.46/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Whats New in The Energy Hub This Week?

This week in the Energy Hub, we're exploring practical ways businesses can take greater control of their utility costs.

Discover how pubs, bars and restaurants can reduce energy costs without compromising service quality, and learn why business energy bills remain stubbornly high despite falling wholesale prices. Both articles provide practical insights to help you better understand your costs and identify opportunities to save.

Why are Business Energy Bills Still So High? Understanding the Factors Behind Rising Costs

For many UK businesses, energy costs continue to be a major concern. Although wholesale energy prices have moved away from the extreme highs experienced during the energy crisis, many organisations are still paying significantly more for electricity and gas than they were in previous years.

Rising business energy costs can put pressure on cash flow, reduce profitability and make financial planning more difficult. Understanding what is driving high energy bills is essential for businesses looking to reduce costs, improve efficiency and make smarter decisions about their energy contracts.

Read More Here

How Pubs, Bars and Restaurants Can Reduce Utility Costs Without Cutting Service Quality

Running a pub, bar or restaurant in the UK has never been more financially challenging. Rising food costs, staffing pressures, and increasing overheads mean that margins are often under constant strain. While many operators focus heavily on supplier costs and labour efficiency, utility expenses are frequently overlooked as a controllable area of spend

Energy, water, waste management, and merchant services all play a significant role in day-to-day hospitality operations. These costs are essential to keep the business running, but without regular review, they can quietly increase over time and reduce overall profitability.

See How Pubs, Bars and Restaurants Can Reduce Utility Costs

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 10th July

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:26:47 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

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.

Where Are Energy Prices Heading in 2026?

It's the question we're being asked most often by customers: where are energy prices going next?

While no one can predict wholesale markets with certainty, several key factors are likely to shape business energy costs during the remainder of 2026.

Volatility Looks Set to Continue

The extreme price spikes seen during the energy crisis have eased, but markets remain far from stable. Wholesale gas continues to set the price of electricity for much of the UK, meaning any disruption to global gas supplies can quickly feed through into electricity prices.

Recent geopolitical tensions have demonstrated how quickly wholesale markets can react, with gas and power prices moving significantly in

response to concerns over global supply and shipping routes.

Weather Still Matters

Weather remains one of the biggest influences on wholesale pricing. A cold winter across Europe, low wind generation or periods of high summer demand can all increase reliance on gas-fired generation.

Conversely, milder temperatures, strong renewable generation and healthy gas storage levels can help ease pressure on prices.

Network and Policy Costs

Wholesale energy is only part of the picture. Businesses are also seeing increasing network charges and policy-related costs as investment continues in the UK's electricity infrastructure and transition to a lower-carbon energy system. These costs are expected to remain a feature of business energy bills over the coming years.

What Does This Mean for Businesses?

Rather than expecting prices to continually fall, most market analysts expect wholesale markets to remain volatile, with prices responding to weather patterns, global events and supply and demand fundamentals. While long-term forecasts suggest markets could gradually become more stable, short-term price swings are likely to remain part of the landscape.

Our Advice

There is rarely a 'perfect' time to buy energy. The best procurement strategy depends on your business, your appetite for risk and current market conditions.

At Energy Costs Managed, we continue to monitor the wholesale markets every day, helping our customers identify opportunities to secure competitive contracts while managing the risk of future price increases.

If your current energy contract is due for renewal within the next 12 months, now is a good time to review your options and discuss a purchasing strategy tailored to your business.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity prices have risen significantly. Market movements have been driven by a combination of geopolitical developments, warmer weather across Europe and ongoing demand for gas storage. As a result, wholesale energy markets have remained volatile throughout the week.

If your business has an upcoming energy contract renewal or you would like to understand how current market conditions could impact your energy costs, our team is available to provide guidance and support.

Week to date - 2nd July to 9th July

Gas

August 2026: ↑ 104.51p to 120.83/therm
September 2026: ↑ 106.00p to 121.37/therm
December 2026: ↑ 112.05p to 126.16/therm
March 2027: ↑ 101.45p to 112.60/therm

Electricity

August 2026: ↑ £94.37 to £103.40/MWh
September 2026: ↑ £94.96 to £104.82/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £102.76 to £112.35/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £ 95.41 to £103.38/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Whats New in The Energy Hub This Week?

This week in the Energy Hub, we're highlighting two hidden costs that could be affecting your business. We explore why so many organisations become trapped in auto-renewing waste contracts and, more importantly, how to avoid it. We're also taking a closer look at golf clubs, uncovering the often-overlooked utility costs that can have a significant impact on operating budgets. Whether you're reviewing supplier contracts or looking for new ways to reduce overheads, these latest articles offer practical insights to help your business stay one step ahead.

The Hidden Utility Costs Running Your Golf Club (Most Clubs Overlook These)

Running a golf club in the UK involves far more than maintaining the course and managing memberships. Behind the scenes, a significant proportion of operating costs are tied up in utilities and essential services that often receive far less scrutiny than they should.

While energy bills tend to attract the most attention due to their visibility and volatility, many golf clubs are quietly overspending in other areas such as water supply, waste management, and merchant services. These costs are often less obvious, less frequently reviewed, and in some cases, poorly understood by committees and management teams.

Read More Here

Why Waste Contracts Auto-Renew (and How Businesses Get Stuck)

Many UK businesses are unaware that waste management contracts typically include automatic renewal clauses. These clauses mean that unless specific action is taken before the end of the agreed term, the contract will continue often on revised terms, a new fixed period, or with built-in price increases.

See Why Waste Contracts Auto Renew

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 3rd July

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Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

Planning Ahead for Your 2026 Energy Renewal

For businesses with energy contracts due to renew in 2026, now is a good time to start reviewing your options. While it may seem early, wholesale markets remain influenced by global events, weather patterns and supply pressures, meaning prices can change quickly. Planning ahead gives you greater flexibility and avoids having to make decisions under time pressure.

Rather than trying to predict the perfect time to buy, it's often more effective to have a clear purchasing strategy. Monitoring the market over a longer period allows businesses to take advantage of opportunities as they arise, rather than reacting to short-term price movements.

Every business has different energy requirements, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you're considering fixing your rates, exploring flexible purchasing options or simply reviewing your current consumption, understanding your objectives early can help secure a contract that suits your business.

Our team is already working with customers whose contracts expire in 2026, helping them understand market conditions and prepare for renewal well in advance. Taking action early can provide greater choice, reduce uncertainty and put your business in a stronger position when it's time to agree your next energy contract.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

This week, wholesale gas and electricity markets remained influenced by geopolitical uncertainty, warmer weather across Europe and continued demand for gas storage, with market volatility persisting throughout the week.

Week to date - 25th June to 2nd July

Gas

August 2026: 104.51p/therm
September 2026: ↑ 98.32p to 106.00p/therm
December 2026: ↑ 105.10p to 112.05p/therm
March 2027: ↑ 95.88p to 101.45p/therm

Electricity

August 2026: £94.37/MWh
September 2026: ↑ £89.70 to £94.96/MWh
December 2026: ↑ £97.17 to £102.76/MWh
March 2027: ↑ £91.22 to £95.41/MWh

Wholesale energy markets remain highly volatile. The prices shown are indicative only and intended to illustrate market movements. They should not be relied upon as trading or financial advice.

Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter 25th June 2026

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:14:15 +0000

Welcome to Our Weekly Newsletter!

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 Stabilising

Following a period of heightened volatility driven by geopolitical events, wholesale energy markets have shown signs of stabilising this week. Both gas and electricity forward prices have reduced over the course of the week, providing some welcome relief after recent market uncertainty.

While global events continue to influence market sentiment, the latest price movements suggest that immediate supply concerns have eased, allowing wholesale prices to fall. Although conditions remain subject to change, the current market presents a more favourable outlook than in recent weeks.

For businesses approaching contract renewal or reviewing their energy procurement strategy, the recent improvement in pricing may provide an opportunity to consider fixed-price options before market conditions shift again.

As always, we recommend keeping a close eye on market developments and seeking advice to help secure the most competitive position for your business.

Have a great weekend!

Chris Horsley

Wholesale Energy Prices

After two weeks of volatility driven by geopolitical events, energy prices have eased slightly this week as gas and electricity markets show signs of stabilising.

Week to date - 18th June to 25th June

Gas Prices for July 2026 reduced from 96.69p per therm to 96.52p per therm

September 26 -reduced from 98.99p per therm to 98.32p per therm

December 26 - reduced from 106.30p per therm to 105.10p per therm

March 27 - reduced from 96.71 per therm to 95.88p per therm

Power Prices for July 2026 reduced from £91.46 per MWh to £90.16 per MWh

September 2026 - reduced from £92.06 per MWh to £89.70 per MWh

December 2026 - reduced from £98.24 per MWh to £97.17 per MWh

March 2027 - reduced from £92.78 per MWh to £91.22 per MWh

Please note that due to the ongoing volatility of wholesale energy prices, Energy Costs Managed cannot guarantee the accuracy of the above figures. These prices are intended as a visual guide to reflect current market trends and should not be taken as financial advice.