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How to reduce energy costs

Saving energy can:

save your business money, e.g. reduce lighting bills
help you offset escalating fuel costs and environmental taxation
enhance your business's competitive edge.

Most energy in the UK comes from non-renewable fossil fuels such as oil, coal and gas. However, these resources not only cause pollution but are also running out. Burning fossil fuels contributes to increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and to global climate change.

Some basic energy (and therefore money) saving tips for businesses can be found on the NetRegs website.

The Carbon Trust is the main provider of energy efficiency help for businesses. If your energy bills are over £50K per annum, they will carry out a free building audit which could help you to save thousands of pounds.

Any business can access the tips and guidance on the Carbon Trust website or ring their helpline on 0800 085 2005.

There is also specific information for small businesses on the Carbon Trust's Small Business webpage.

The Environmental Information Exchange website contains more information on energy including understanding energy bills.