By Steven Lyons, Head of Sales, Procure Smart
If your business energy bills are starting to feel more like a horror show than a line item, you’re not the only one. Every day, I speak to businesses that are genuinely alarmed by the figures they’re seeing. And it’s not without reason.
Between global instability (US tariffs, the Russia-Ukraine war), Brexit fallout, unpredictable weather, inflation, and interest rate hikes, it’s no wonder bills are creeping higher.
But there is some good news. Switching doesn’t need to be scary. At Procure Smart, we don’t just help you switch. We help you understand. Whether you’re a large consumer, energy-intensive business, or a small business owner battling bewitching bills, we simplify the process and cut through the noise. Here are some ways to escape the energy bill dread this Halloween…
1. Skip the stress with Switch Savvi
Our innovative online platform lets you compare and switch business energy contracts in under five minutes. No phone calls, no faff. It’s as easy as switching your home energy, but with the same rigorous compliance and quality checks we apply to our in-person service. Switch now.
2. A conversation that’s more helpful than haunting
Prefer a proper chat? We’ll take the time to understand your business needs, uncover any hidden costs, and deliver quick quotes using our market-leading systems. You’ll get a dedicated account manager and ongoing support. No more hanging on the line with suppliers. Just fill in this form.
3. Green isn’t just for Halloween
Renewable energy isn’t just good for the planet. It can be good for your bottom line, too. Green tariffs can sometimes be cheaper, and with solar technology improving rapidly and payback periods shrinking, this is a great time to invest now for a long-term payback later.
We offer turnkey renewables project management. From feasibility to installation, we’ve got you covered. Check it out here.
4. Update on Non-Commodity Costs.
Recent weeks have seen unprecedented movements in electricity non-commodity costs.
High voltage transmission network (TNUoS) costs have been expected to rise over time due to the government’s Clean Power 2030 strategy. In May the network operators published figures showing April 2026 costs +25% on 2025. At the end of July Ofgem published a consultation suggesting 85%+, but the final figure (published Jan 26) could be higher still.
In July the government finally approved the construction of the Sizewell C power station. This is to be funded through the Regulated Asset Base levy (RAB Levy), but no information on costs to suppliers was given beyond an estimate of 0.3-0.4 p/kWh on average over the next ten years., then rise gradually over the construction period, but this week it was confirmed that full amount would be billed to suppliers from 1 November’25, however the date has now changed to 1st December’25 at a cost of 0.354 p/kWh..
If your bills are creeping up, don’t panic. Switch.
It’s time to get smart.
Need more tips? Check out our blogs, Lower Your Business Energy Bill and Practical Tips to Save Money This Autumn.
