
Standing Charge vs Unit Rate: What Is Really Driving Your Business Energy Bill?
Many businesses think the unit rate is the most important part of an energy contract. Although it plays a key role, the standing charge can be just

Many businesses think the unit rate is the most important part of an energy contract. Although it plays a key role, the standing charge can be just

Most business owners do not have time to spend hours on the phone comparing energy suppliers. With so much daily pressure, a contract renewal can

At Procure Smart, we stay ahead so our clients never get caught out by market shifts. Solar PV remains a powerful investment for UK businesses,

Many businesses pay more than they should to their energy suppliers simply due to their bills being calculated based on estimated meter readings. If suppliers

Running a business today means managing rising costs and limited time. One of these costs, where businesses continually overpay, is their business energy contract. Even

Business Secretary Peter Kyle has announced an eight-week consultation on the brand-new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS). The initiative will cut electricity costs from April 2027 for manufacturers in sectors including automotive and aerospace, and for chemical suppliers.

As we head into the festive season, it can be difficult to keep track of everything. Winter brings additional responsibilities and festivities. Time and energy

The business energy world has been watching the National Energy System Operator (NESO) with bated breath throughout 2025, awaiting further information on potentially alarming increases

21 October marks World Energy Saving Day, and at Procure Smart, we are encouraging organisations to embrace energy efficiency and reduce consumption. For UK businesses,

A new non-commodity charge is on the horizon for business energy users. The Nuclear Regulated Asset Base (RAB) levy was created to support the development