{"id":7555,"date":"2026-01-15T11:24:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T11:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/?p=7555"},"modified":"2026-06-02T14:24:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:24:09","slug":"how-to-make-your-business-more-energy-efficient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/insights\/how-to-make-your-business-more-energy-efficient\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make your business more energy efficient\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-body-l wp-block-paragraph\">Improving energy efficiency for businesses\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0just about cutting\u00a0costs\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0it\u00a0helps to\u00a0reduce carbon emissions, identify operational inefficiencies,\u00a0and\u00a0can even\u00a0improve\u00a0staff\u00a0comfort.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-body-l wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you manage a single office or multiple commercial sites, taking steps to improve energy efficiency in business operations can deliver long-term financial and environmental benefits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-body-l wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, we\u00a0provide a checklist of\u00a0practical ways to boost business energy efficiency.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-understand-your-energy-use\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Understand your energy use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<p class=\"is--inner-block wp-block-paragraph\">The steps outlined below can help address some of the most common causes of energy waste. However, if&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;looking for a more detailed understanding, a professional audit can&nbsp;provide&nbsp;deeper insight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is--inner-block wp-block-paragraph\">A business energy audit assesses your existing energy assets, usage&nbsp;patterns&nbsp;and operational processes to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;where improvements can be made. Good Energy\u2019s partner,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/greenwingenergysolutions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green Wing Energy Solutions<\/a>, offers comprehensive energy audits, followed by a detailed report with tailored recommendations to help improve efficiency and reduce costs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is--inner-block wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex is--inner-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is--inner-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/insights\/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-business-energy-audit\/?_gl=1*dp2n1j*_up*MQ..*_ga*NjI3ODcwMjQuMTc2ODQwNjEwMQ..*_ga_EXBHPGDGRT*czE3Njg0MDYxMDEkbzEkZzEkdDE3Njg0MDY2NTckajQ1JGwwJGgw\">What happens in a business energy audit?\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/Green-wing-audit-photo-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Jon at Green Wing undertakes an energy audit to improve commercial energy efficiency.\" class=\"wp-image-7556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/Green-wing-audit-photo-edited.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/Green-wing-audit-photo-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/Green-wing-audit-photo-edited-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/Green-wing-audit-photo-edited-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-reduce-heat-loss\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">2. Reduce heat loss\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat loss is one of the biggest causes of unnecessary energy costs in commercial buildings.&nbsp;While&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;important to keep facilities comfortable, warm air escaping forces your heating to work harder&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;driving up bills.&nbsp;To reduce heat loss and improve business energy efficiency, consider the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Installing a smart meter<\/strong>\u00a0to gain more\u00a0accurate, real-time insight into your business\u2019 energy usage. This data can help you spot patterns,\u00a0identify\u00a0waste\u00a0and track the impact of efficiency measures, and\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0often free to install.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Draught proof\u00a0your premises<\/strong>\u00a0by blocking gaps with draught excluders, draught tape, and\/or window film.\u00a0These low-cost fixes can deliver immediate savings, particularly in older buildings.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Insulate hot water tanks,\u00a0boilers\u00a0and pipework\u00a0<\/strong>to prevent heat escaping before it reaches where\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0needed. This is especially important in plant rooms\u00a0and\u00a0basements.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Fit\u00a0heating reflectors<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>behind radiators<\/strong>\u00a0and ensure the area around them is unobstructed\u00a0by furniture or equipment, allowing heat to circulate more effectively around the space.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Using a mart meter to improve business energy efficiency.\" class=\"wp-image-2599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/AdobeStock_484181297-1-1500x1000.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Regular servicing of boilers, heaters and air conditioning units helps systems run more efficiently, reduces the risk of breakdowns and can prevent costly repairs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-optimise-your-heating-controls\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">3. Optimise your heating controls\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heating systems are often left running longer or hotter than necessary, particularly in commercial buildings with multiple zones or irregular occupancy. Optimising your\u00a0heating controls helps prevent energy being used when and where it\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0needed.\u00a0To avoid wasting energy on unnecessary heating:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Set<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>smart heating controls<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>create<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>calendar reminders<\/strong>&nbsp;to update your heating controls as the seasons change.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Ahead of bank holidays or planned closures<\/strong>, check that heating and air conditioning systems are turned down or switched off to avoid heating empty buildings.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Set a lower temperature in higher activity zones<\/strong>&nbsp;such as corridors,&nbsp;stairwells or loading zones, where people generate more body heat and spend less time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Consider installing a heat pump<\/strong>&nbsp;to generate cleaner electricity, far more efficiently than traditional gas boilers.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/commercial-heat-pumps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more here.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1005\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600.jpg\" alt=\"A person holding a clipboard stands in an industrial facility, conducting an energy audit to improve energy efficiency for his business.\" class=\"wp-image-7040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600-1024x643.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600-768x482.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600-1536x965.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_180251453-x1600-1500x942.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;While&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hse.gov.uk\/temperature\/employer\/the-law.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">regulations\u202f<\/a>suggests&nbsp;minimum&nbsp;workplace temperatures of&nbsp;at least 16\u00b0C (or 13\u00b0C if the work involves a lot of physical effort), staff comfort is key.&nbsp;Temperatures that are technically compliant but uncomfortable can affect employee wellbeing and productivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is--inner-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/insights\/how-to-reduce-your-heating-carbon-footprint\/?_gl=1*1mvlfma*_up*MQ..*_ga*NjI3ODcwMjQuMTc2ODQwNjEwMQ..*_ga_EXBHPGDGRT*czE3Njg0MDYxMDEkbzEkZzEkdDE3Njg0MDY2NDIkajYwJGwwJGgw\">Learn more: how to save energy on heating your business\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-use-lighting-efficiently\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">4. Use lighting\u00a0efficiently\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Improving how and when lighting is used can deliver quick wins for commercial energy efficiency with minimal disruption.&nbsp;To improve your energy efficiency when it comes to lighting:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Install lighting controls\u00a0such as timers\u00a0and sensors<\/strong>\u00a0in spaces that\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0need continuous lighting\u00a0(e.g.\u00a0meeting rooms, corridors, storage\u00a0areas\u00a0and toilets).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Switch to energy efficient\u202fLED bulbs<\/strong>, strip\u00a0lights\u00a0or linear fluorescent lamps\u00a0\u2013 especially for areas\u00a0where lighting is used more constantly.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Make better use of natural light<\/strong>\u00a0by moving furniture or equipment away from windows and positioning desks closer to daylight where possible.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Choose lighter wall colours,\u00a0<\/strong>which reflect light more effectively and reduce the need for\u00a0artificial lighting.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two people sit at a table with a laptop in a bright, modern caf\u00e9 with large windows and natural light.\" class=\"wp-image-7563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_284777517-x1600-edited-1-1500x1000.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Although LED lighting has a higher upfront cost, it typically lasts far longer than traditional bulbs and can significantly reduce both energy and maintenance costs over time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-review-your-equipment\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">5. Review\u00a0your\u00a0equipment\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Office and operational equipment can\u00a0drive up\u00a0electricity use, particularly if\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0outdated, poorly\u00a0maintained\u00a0or left running when not in use.\u00a0When reviewing your equipment for improved energy efficiency, here&#8217;s what to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Choose laptops over desktop computers where possible<\/strong>, as laptops typically use less electricity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Label switches<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>and controls clearly<\/strong>&nbsp;so staff know&nbsp;what they should be&nbsp;turning&nbsp;off. For&nbsp;operating machinery, instructions may be beneficial.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Check door seals on refrigerators and cold storage<\/strong>&nbsp;to ensure they are intact. Damaged seals allow&nbsp;cold air&nbsp;to escape, forcing equipment to work harder and use more energy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Upgrade white goods to higher EPC-rated models<\/strong>&nbsp;when replacements are needed. More efficient appliances reduce electricity use and can lower running costs over their lifespan.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman wearing a hard hat, safety vest, and ear protection uses a digital tablet and operates a control panel in an industrial setting.\" class=\"wp-image-7063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600-1500x1000.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_325459458-x1600.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Replacing equipment&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;always the most sustainable&nbsp;option. Where possible, repair,&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;or continue using existing equipment before upgrading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-review-your-energy-tariff\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">6. Review your energy tariff\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even the most energy-efficient business can end up paying more than necessary if\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0on the wrong energy tariff. Regularly reviewing your contract helps ensure\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0not overpaying for electricity or gas.\u00a0When reviewing your energy tariff, consider:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Whether your current tariff still suits your usage<\/strong>, particularly if your operating hours, building size or equipment have changed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Contract length and flexibility<\/strong>, which can affect both pricing and your ability to adapt as your business evolves.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Renewable energy options<\/strong>, which allow businesses to reduce their carbon footprint while supporting cleaner energy generation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is--inner-block wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/renewable-energy-supply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Switching to a renewable tariff<\/a>&nbsp;can help improve your sustainability credentials and support wider environmental goals&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;without changing how your business&nbsp;operates&nbsp;day to day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex is--inner-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is--inner-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/renewable-energy-supply\/\">Explore 100% renewable energy with Good Energy<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A person in a striped dress holds two potted plants and examines plants on shelves in a shop or garden centre.\" class=\"wp-image-7058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600-1500x1000.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_290770946-x1600.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>For a deeper look at how supplier choice affects emissions, reporting and reputational risk, read\u00a0our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/insights\/the-business-case-for-a-green-energy-supply\/?_gl=1*ho33mv*_up*MQ..*_ga*NjI3ODcwMjQuMTc2ODQwNjEwMQ..*_ga_EXBHPGDGRT*czE3Njg0MDYxMDEkbzEkZzEkdDE3Njg0MDYyNTckajM3JGwwJGgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">business case for a genuinely green energy supply<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-employee-guidelines-for-energy-saving\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">7. Employee guidelines for energy saving\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Day-to-day employee behaviour plays a key role in reducing unnecessary energy use across the workplace.\u00a0Remind\u00a0employees\u00a0to:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is--inner-block\">\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Keep windows closed<\/strong>&nbsp;when the heating&nbsp;or air conditioning&nbsp;is on.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Switch off<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>lights<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>and non-essential equipment<\/strong>&nbsp;when you leave a room or desk.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Turn off all machines<\/strong>, such as fans, pumps, and conveyors, at the end of the day.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Turn off monitors and computers at the plug<\/strong>&nbsp;when you leave, particularly before the weekend.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"is--inner-block\"><strong>Use&nbsp;power saving settings<\/strong>&nbsp;where possible including laptops, desktops, and printers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow is--inner-block\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is--inner-block\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/B2B-SME_AdobeStock_369044419x1600-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Five people are having a discussion in a bright office, with two standing and three sitting, holding notebooks and digital tablets.\" class=\"wp-image-7067\" 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wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top\u00a0tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Providing visible signage and clear ownership can help embed energy-saving habits without disrupting productivity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-body-l wp-block-paragraph\">As this guide shows, a combination of small facilities changes, informed equipment&nbsp;choices&nbsp;and simple employee reminders can add up to meaningful reductions in energy costs and carbon emissions over time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-body-l wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you start with quick wins or take a deeper look through a professional audit, every step towards better&nbsp;commercial energy efficiency&nbsp;helps build a more resilient, future-ready business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"business-energy-efficiency-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-h3\">Business energy efficiency FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<section class=\"accordion wp-block alignwide\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__inner\">\n        \n\n        \n                    <div class=\"accordion__items\">\n                                    <div class=\"accordion__item reveal\">\n                        <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion__item__header js-reveal-item\">\n                            <h4 class='accordion__item__heading'>What does energy efficiency mean for a business?\u00a0<\/h4>                            <span class=\"accordion__item__button\">\n                                <span class=\"accordion__item__button__cross\"><\/span>\n                                <span>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <div class=\"accordion__item__content reveal__content\">\n                            <div class=\"accordion__item__content__inner\">\n                                <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Energy efficiency describes the ratio of useful energy output to total energy input.\u00a0More efficient devices waste less energy, and less efficient devices waste more energy.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improving energy efficiency for business means using less energy to deliver the same level of comfort,\u00a0productivity\u00a0and output.<\/span><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"accordion__item reveal\">\n                        <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion__item__header js-reveal-item\">\n                            <h4 class='accordion__item__heading'>How can a business become more energy efficient?\u00a0<\/h4>                            <span class=\"accordion__item__button\">\n                                <span class=\"accordion__item__button__cross\"><\/span>\n                                <span>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <div class=\"accordion__item__content reveal__content\">\n                            <div class=\"accordion__item__content__inner\">\n                                <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Businesses can improve energy efficiency by reducing heat loss, optimising\u00a0heating\u00a0and lighting controls,\u00a0maintaining\u00a0and reviewing equipment, encouraging energy-saving\u00a0behaviours\u00a0and choosing\u00a0an appropriate energy\u00a0tariff.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"accordion__item reveal\">\n                        <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion__item__header js-reveal-item\">\n                            <h4 class='accordion__item__heading'>How much can a business save by improving energy efficiency?\u00a0<\/h4>                            <span class=\"accordion__item__button\">\n                                <span class=\"accordion__item__button__cross\"><\/span>\n                                <span>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <div class=\"accordion__item__content reveal__content\">\n                            <div class=\"accordion__item__content__inner\">\n                                <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many businesses\u00a0can\u00a0achieve energy savings of\u00a010% to\u00a030%, often using low- or no-cost measures.\u00a0Furthermore, these improvements can deliver long-lasting benefits, with some businesses continuing to\u00a0identify\u00a0savings up to 12 years after implementation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Actual savings depend on building type,\u00a0building size,\u00a0equipment\u00a0and energy use.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"accordion__item reveal\">\n                        <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion__item__header js-reveal-item\">\n                            <h4 class='accordion__item__heading'>Is energy efficiency affordable for small businesses?\u00a0<\/h4>                            <span class=\"accordion__item__button\">\n                                <span class=\"accordion__item__button__cross\"><\/span>\n                                <span>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <div class=\"accordion__item__content reveal__content\">\n                            <div class=\"accordion__item__content__inner\">\n                                <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. Many energy efficiency improvements are low-cost or no-cost, such as behavioural changes, better\u00a0controls\u00a0and maintenance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"accordion__item reveal\">\n                        <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion__item__header js-reveal-item\">\n                            <h4 class='accordion__item__heading'>What areas use the most energy in a business?\u00a0<\/h4>                            <span class=\"accordion__item__button\">\n                                <span class=\"accordion__item__button__cross\"><\/span>\n                                <span>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <div class=\"accordion__item__content reveal__content\">\n                            <div class=\"accordion__item__content__inner\">\n                                <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heating,\u00a0lighting\u00a0and equipment typically account for the largest share of energy use in commercial buildings, and\u00a0a significant portion\u00a0of this energy use is usually wasteful.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example, according to the Energy Saving Trust, the UK wastes \u00a3170 million a year simply by leaving lights on in empty rooms.\u00a0Failing to switch\u00a0off office lights overnight consumes enough energy in one year to heat a home for five months.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Improving energy efficiency for 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