Energy Saving Tips

Running a small business on the high street is demanding. Every penny counts, and energy bills are often one of the biggest costs. The good news is that saving energy doesn’t have to mean expensive upgrades or big changes. With a few simple adjustments, you can cut waste, reduce your bills, and make your business more efficient. This section of our Resource Hub gives you practical, easy-to-follow advice that works for restaurants, takeaways, bakeries, and butcher shops.

Why Energy Saving Matters

For many small businesses, energy use is constant. Fridges and freezers run all day. Ovens and fryers are switched on for hours. Lighting and heating keep your shop welcoming for customers. Even a small saving, like turning down the thermostat or switching to LED lighting, can add up to hundreds of pounds each year. Energy saving is not just about lowering costs — it also means reducing wear on equipment, improving safety, and helping the environment.

Where to Start

It can feel overwhelming to think about saving energy, but the best approach is to start small. Focus on the areas that use the most energy first. For high-street food businesses, that usually means kitchens, heating, and lighting. Once you make progress there, you can move on to smaller savings that still add up over time. In this section we cover:

Energy Saving Myths

Many small businesses believe saving energy requires expensive investment. That’s not true. While modern equipment can help, there are plenty of savings to be made with simple behaviour changes. Another myth is that “turning things off and on again uses more energy.” In reality, switching off appliances when not in use almost always saves money. You don’t need to change everything at once — even one small habit can make a difference.

Involving Your Staff

Energy saving works best when your whole team is involved. Encourage staff to turn off lights when areas aren’t being used, close fridge doors properly, and use equipment only when needed. Make energy awareness part of your daily routine. The more people who take part, the more consistent the savings will be.

How Business Energy Solutions Helps

We go beyond contract checks. We also provide advice and resources to help you cut usage and reduce bills. We know that saving energy is about more than just switching suppliers — it’s about daily actions that add up. That’s why this section of our Resource Hub focuses on practical, affordable tips tailored to businesses like yours.

Next Steps

Energy saving doesn’t have to be complicated. Start small, involve your staff, and use the advice in the pages below. For more help, you can also explore our Green Energy Options or Understanding Contracts sections. And if you want to make sure your current deal is as cost-efficient as possible, use our free service today: Check Your Contracts.

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