Over Half of UK Businesses Say Managing Energy Has Become More Complex

TEAM Energy has published a new market briefing exploring the growing complexity of energy management for UK businesses and the impact this is having on budgeting, long-term planning and investment decisions. New research from found that 74% of businesses surveyed believe managing their energy supplies and costs has become more complex over the past three years, despite 86% remaining confident in their ability to manage energy price volatility.

Written by Tim Holman, Head of Consultancy at TEAM, the briefing examines why effective energy management increasingly depends on reliable consumption data, accurate billing, regular monitoring and greater visibility of an organisation's overall energy position.

Comment from Tim Holman, Head of Consultancy

“Energy management is becoming increasingly connected to wider business decisions around budgeting, investment and decarbonisation. Organisations may feel confident navigating energy market volatility, but that confidence needs to be supported by reliable data and a clear understanding of consumption and costs. Improving visibility and oversight can help businesses make better-informed decisions, even when external market conditions remain uncertain.”

Key Takeaways

• 74% of businesses surveyed said managing energy supplies and costs has become more complex over the past three years.
• Energy complexity is affecting wider business decisions, with 48% reporting difficulties with budgeting, 47% reduced confidence in long-term planning and 43% saying it is slowing investment decisions.
• Businesses are seeking greater flexibility and support, with 57% wanting more flexible energy contracts and 53% wanting additional help managing energy risk.
• Reliable consumption data, accurate billing and regular monitoring can give organisations greater confidence in their budgets, forecasts and energy decision-making.

Read the full Market Briefing on the TEAM Energy website: Over Half of UK Businesses Say Managing Energy Has Become More Complex.

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About TEAM

TEAM is an energy and sustainability consultancy. It helps organisations with large energy estates reduce consumption and carbon emissions to save money and meet commercial and compliance targets on their journey to net zero.

Founded in 1985, it has a long history of helping customers navigate changing definitions and certification standards. TEAM Energy is an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), with employees having a direct stake in its customers’ success.

www.teamenergy.com

Tim directs TEAM’s consultancy practice, applying 25+ years in strategy, audits, metering, and compliance to deliver robust, audit‑ready results for customers. A Chartered Energy Engineer and Member of the Energy Institute, Tim holds an MSc in Energy Conservation and the Environment from Cranfield University and an MEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Salford.