Energy costs are increasing rapidly due to electricity price hikes, coal increases and rand exchange rate based crude oil derivatives such as diesel and LPG fluctuate repeatedly. Simultaneously the complexity of energy matters has expanded from new energy efficient technologies through to changing legislation.
Thus, business owners and managers can no longer ignore energy as simply a monthly bill that is paid by the accountant. Rather they need to optimise both the costs and use of energy in their businesses. Most, though, are not energy specialists raising the need for a confidential, trustworthy and independent energy advisory service.
An analysis of our support to over 50 businesses showed the potential savings on the annual total energy spend of R131 million was R42 million or 34%!:The following graphs shows areas where savings are possible together with the cost obtain the saving.
Relativeness of savings vurses costs
Please note, how managerial, tariff and conservation actions provide around half the savings yet are the least cost to implement!
IES offers for business consumers:
1. Consulting services
- Electricity/energy Assessment and Report – Starting point, identifying how to save money!
- Electricity/energy policy, measures & staff training – Designed to assist business management implement the changes.
- Solar PV Investment Support – Helps overcome the risk of dealing with a new industry through an effective specification and tender process.
- An ‘on call’ Energy Manager – Too small to warrant an energy manger, just buy in what you need.
2. Business consumer seminar
- This 4 hour seminar and 90 page colour guidance manual will ensure you are fully briefed on the current electricity and energy realities faced by small and medium sized businesses.
- Plus how to identify ways to save money such as; correct tariff utilisation, conservation and switch off and save plans, investing in energy efficiency technologies and switching between energy sources including renewable energy.
- All brought together in an eight point energy plan that you can apply instantly to your business.
3. DIY Commercial website
- Under development future link