Commercial Energy Audits & Optimisation

Providing an overview of energy consumption and associated patterns, energy audits enable businesses to reduce their usage and costs whilst helping to tackle climate change and lead the UK towards a higher level of energy security. 

The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a mandatory energy assessment scheme for large organisations based in the UK. ESOS is designed to give organisations the opportunity to conduct an in-depth review of their energy use in order to identify ways to improve energy efficiency.

ESOS requires organisations that meet the qualification criteria to audit and report on at least 90% of their energy usage to The Environment Agency every 4 years. ESOS has 4 phases (sometimes called stages) and deadlines for submission.
The ESOS Regulations have been under consultation and the government response detailing changes for Phase 3 and Phase 4 of the scheme was released in August 2022.

For large businesses, ESOS mandates energy audits for companies with 250 or more employees or companies with an annual turnover exceeding £44 million and an annual balance sheet total of over £38 million. However, this criteria could change and so getting ahead by conducting comprehensive energy audits could save your business time in the long run.

Yes, audits are tailored to the needs of your business and so range from highly targeted site audits to comprehensive audits that cover most or all business operations.

Yes, audits are tailored to the needs of your business and so range from highly targeted site audits to comprehensive audits that cover most or all business operations.

A business energy audit spans a number of actions, including compliance-based management, calculating the total energy consumption profile of your organisation and identifying areas of significant energy consumption. In accordance with ESOS requirements, business energy audits can also involve compiling a full evidence pack for you to demonstrate compliance or reporting compliance to the Environment Agency (EA).

Business energy audits can be carried out by accredited industry professionals with the knowledge and expertise on energy efficiency and energy management practices. With over 20 years experience in commercial energy, Advantage Utilities is well-placed to offer bespoke advice to businesses on their business energy audits.

An energy audit can provide information on opportunities for potential energy savings, carbon footprint reduction, and compliance checks. The audit may also suggest renewable energy options and long-term strategies for reducing energy costs while improving sustainability and operational efficiency.

The cost of an energy audit depends on the size of the site and the scope of work involved. For bespoke information on costs, reach out to the Advantage Utilities team who would be glad to assist you.