Why Strategic Energy Procurement is Vital for Cooling Your Workspace This Summer As the UK landscape adjusts to increasingly frequent record-breaking summer temperatures, the traditional focus on winter heating is being rivalled by a new operational challenge: the rising cost of summer cooling. For many UK businesses, particularly those managed from modern glass-fronted offices or […]
Energy Market Analysis – 26/05/2026 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 Throughout the week, […]
From Overhead to Asset: Why the UK Retail Sector Must Rethink its Energy Strategy Walk into any successful high street shop, flagship department store, or modern retail park, and you will immediately experience the power of energy. It is the brilliant lighting that makes displays pop. It is the climate control that provides a sanctuary […]
Energy Procurement Strategies for Energy-Intensive Businesses in the UK Amid the Global Energy Situation As energy-intensive businesses in the UK navigate an increasingly complex global energy landscape, the importance of strategic energy procurement is more pronounced than ever. With the volatility in global energy markets, driven by geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and the ongoing […]
Why Net Zero is Now a Commercial Imperative for UK Businesses For many UK business owners, “Net Zero” can feel like an abstract concept—a buzzword reserved for massive multinational corporations or a distant government target set for 2050. When you are busy managing day-to-day operations, supply chain issues, and immediate overheads, mapping out a carbon […]
Time for a Business Energy Spring Clean? How an Energy Consultant Can Help As the days grow longer and the weather begins to warm up, millions of Britons take the opportunity to throw open the windows and give their homes a thorough spring clean. But while we are busy decluttering our lofts and dusting our […]
Why Choose a Lancashire-Based Independent Energy Consultant? For businesses navigating rising energy costs and sustainability pressures, working with a trusted, local expert can make all the difference. Cibus Energy, led by Dan Voiels, provides Lancashire businesses with independent, transparent support to secure green energy and best-rate contracts. Here’s why partnering with a Lancashire-based, independent energy consultant like […]
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 […]
