Expert Tips for Powering Down Your Costs
Hot Topic - Energy Efficiency
Have you ever been at work, gazing at your energy bill and wondering why it seems like your building's thermostat has been stuck in a polar vortex all month?
Well, you’re not alone.
Energy efficiency is one of those topics that often gets pushed to the back of our minds—until the costs start to pile up. But fear not! At MCP Consulting Group, we’re here to shed some light on how small, impactful changes in your facility or manufacturing plant can lead to significant energy savings.
As energy prices continue to rise and the push for sustainability becomes more urgent, getting ahead of energy efficiency is no longer optional—it's essential. Our team of industry experts has put together some top tips that can help your business reduce energy usage, lower costs, and even make a positive impact on the environment. So, let’s dive into some simple yet powerful actions that can help you achieve all this—and more!
The energy regulator Ofgem has announced that the energy price cap will increase by 1.2% in January 2025. Even though it's a smaller increase than we have seen previously, it's still important to know how to save energy if you want to minimise the increase to your bills.
What Does Energy Efficiency Actually Mean?
In simple terms, energy efficiency means using less energy to perform the same tasks. For workplaces, it’s about reducing energy for heating, cooling, and system operations. For manufacturing plants, it’s about minimising energy use in production processes. It’s not just good for the planet—it’s good for your bottom line too.
The Benefits of Being Energy Efficient
Energy efficiency helps you save on energy bills, reduces production costs, and combats climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions. It’s an investment that pays off.
Small Changes, Big Results
Fix Leaks
Steam leaks and dripping taps waste energy. Repair them quickly to save on costs.
Review Your Layout
Rethink heating or cooling areas that don’t need it. Save energy by optimising space usage.
Turn Things Off
Make sure equipment is switched off when not in use. It’s a simple but effective habit.
Insulate and Seal
Proper insulation reduces reliance on heating and cooling, saving energy long-term.
Optimise Lighting
Switch to LED bulbs and install motion sensors to reduce energy waste.
Building a Culture of Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is a company-wide effort. Start by:
Communicating: Appoint an energy “Guru” to champion energy-saving initiatives.
Incentivising Participation: Reward employees for energy-saving ideas and actions.
Tracking Progress: Monitor energy use and set goals to keep everyone on track.
For those ready to take it to the next level, consider:
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems: Save up to 40% on energy costs while reducing CO2 emissions.
Air Sourced Heat Pumps (ASHP): Efficiently heat and cool your facility by transferring heat from outside air.
Compressed Air Systems: Check for leaks and reduce operating pressure to save energy.
Energy Efficiency Top Tips White Paper
Learn more about ways you can save energy in your plant or facility. Becoming more energy efficient is vital to achieving net-zero emissions targets, but more recently, with the steep rise in the actual price of energy, it is essential in reducing your costs.
With this in mind, we asked our team of consultants what their top tips would be for our customers to reduce their use of energy, either in a facility or manufacturing plant. Some of their ideas could very well make a positive difference to you, so we thought we would share them in our new White Paper – Energy Efficiency Top Tips.
Let’s Get Efficient Together
At MCP Consulting Group, we’re dedicated to helping you make your facility more energy-efficient. Start with small steps and build a culture of energy awareness—together, we can reduce costs and make a positive impact on the environment.
Let’s take that first step towards a more energy-efficient future today—because saving energy is always a good idea!