Local Food Bank gets festive boost from Procure Smart
The team at Procure Smart have today visited Sunderland Food Bank with festive food of all kinds worth almost £700 to support local people in
December 3, 2025
Tag: Business Energy
Some business energy bills to be cut by 25% thanks to the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme
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.
November 28, 2025
Business Services all tied up in a bow
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
November 25, 2025
TNUoS Price Rises Explained for 2026/27 onwards
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
November 13, 2025
3 examples of support to cut consumption & costs this World Energy Saving Day
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,
October 21, 2025
Understanding the New Nuclear RAB Levy & What It Means for Your Business
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
September 25, 2025
Is my business energy deal legally binding?
A lot of activity takes place after you sign your new business energy deal, whether it is a renewal to your current supplier or a
July 29, 2025
Understanding the Energy Resilience Fund (ERF)
The Energy Resilience Fund (ERF) is a £25 million pot, created to support charities and social enterprises in England to reduce energy costs; reduce emissions
July 15, 2025
UK ETS Compensation Scheme: A guide for Energy Intensive Industries
The UK ETS Compensation Scheme is a significant opportunity for manufacturers in energy intensive industries to reduce the strain associated with rising carbon costs from
June 30, 2025
Network Charging Compensation (NCC) Scheme: A Guide for Energy-Intensive Industries
The Network Charging Compensation (NCC) Scheme is a great way for Energy Intensive Industries (EIIs) in the UK to maintain their competitiveness in the global
June 27, 2025