Manufacturing

Manufacturing Overview

Consultus has extensive knowledge in manufacturing, food processing and other related sectors, helping enterprise clients in the UK and internationally to optimise their operations, reduce demand and save money – particularly relating to the rising tide of non-energy related costs.

Energy is of course a significant cost for many manufacturing businesses, and non-energy elements are set to rise by more than 40% over the next five years. If enterprises fail to act now, these increases could be even greater.

In this environment, our expert teams advise clients and guide them through the challenges they face in the short-term and in the years ahead, including five-year forecasts on the state of utility markets including future electricity and gas costs, both wholesale costs and non-energy costs. In this way, we enable manufacturers to deal with the myriad issues they face in utility buying and management, including the planning and execution of more effective strategies for Demand Side Management.

Energy Procurement and Cost Savings

We understand that enegry can be a huge cost in the manufacturing sector. With price uncertainty in the utility market, it can be difficult to navigate and find the best price for your business. With an open and transparent business style, our holistic approach extends from advice, negotiation and procurement to market intelligence, compliance and ongoing management.

Adding Value to the Manufacturing Sector

Through a dynamic purchasing strategy covering a £37.7m portfolio, a plastics manufacturer was able to find savings in their energy costs. This was done through our procurement strategies and experience in the energy market and manufactring sector.

Sustainability in the Manufacturing Sector

Having a sustianable approach to operations can help a business unlock cost savigs, more efficient processes and reputational benefits. Manufacturers rely on energy-intensive operations on a daily basis to keep the business running. This can have great impacts on a business’ energy costs and profit margin.

Using a sustianable solution can support with Environmental, Social and Governance matters (ESG) goals and reduce the impact of energy costs to both the business and enviornment.