Financial Challenges for UK SMEs in 2026 — The Rising Burden of Energy Costs In 2026, UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continue to face a complex financial landscape shaped by inflation, higher borrowing costs, supply chain pressures, and weak consumer demand. However, among the most significant and persistent challenges is the rising cost of […]
Common Business Energy Pain Points Energy is a major operational cost for businesses of all sizes, yet it is often one of the least understood. With volatile markets, complex tariffs and increasing sustainability pressures, many UK businesses face recurring energy-related challenges that directly impact cash flow, efficiency and long-term planning. Below are the most common […]
Why Care Homes Should Prioritise Energy Management The care home sector faces mounting pressures from all directions. Rising operational costs, increasingly stringent regulatory requirements, and the fundamental responsibility to provide comfortable, safe environments for vulnerable residents create a complex balancing act for facility managers and operators. Amongst these challenges, energy management has emerged as a […]
The Benefits of Utility Bill Validation for Retail Businesses Many retail businesses inadvertently overpay for their energy consumption due to billing errors that go unnoticed month after month. Utility bill validation has emerged as an essential service for retail operations seeking to protect their bottom line whilst ensuring they only pay for the energy they […]
Energy Market Analysis – 02/12/2025 Welcome to the Cibus Energy market analysis, detailing last week’s price changes, supply news, and movements in the electricity, gas, and oil markets. If you’d like to receive our energy market analysis directly to your inbox every Monday, then fill out this contact form to subscribe. Power UK baseload prices […]
Energy Broker Vs Energy Consultant – Energy Procurement Explained The energy market has evolved significantly in recent years, and with it, the terminology we use to describe those who help businesses manage their energy needs. Whilst “energy broker” remains a familiar term, it’s increasingly considered old school. Today, the role of an energy consultant extends […]
Business Energy Procurement – Is It Necessary? Many UK businesses overlook one of their most significant controllable expenses: energy costs. This raises an important question: is business energy procurement truly necessary, or is it simply another administrative burden? Understanding Business Energy Procurement Business energy procurement is the strategic process of securing gas and electricity contracts […]
Energy Market Analysis – 20/10/2025 Welcome to the Cibus Energy market analysis, detailing last week’s price changes, supply news, and movements in the electricity, gas, and oil markets. If you’d like to receive our energy market analysis directly to your inbox every Monday, then fill out this contact form to subscribe. Power Baseload power prices […]
Energy Market Analysis – 13/10/2025 Welcome to the Cibus Energy market analysis, detailing last week’s price changes, supply news, and movements in the electricity, gas, and oil markets. If you’d like to receive our energy market analysis directly to your inbox every Monday, then fill out this contact form to subscribe. Power UK power prices […]
How UK Manufacturers Can Benefit from Using an Energy Analyst to Reduce Costs and Become More Sustainable UK manufacturers must remain competitive whilst reducing their environmental impact, and for many, the solution lies in a role that’s often overlooked—the energy analyst. These specialists can unlock substantial cost savings and sustainability improvements that transform a business’s […]
