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In hospitality, every penny counts and with rising gas and electricity prices a lot of the budget can be lost on energy bills, meaning energy management has become essential for the success of a hotel. With the right approach there are ways to negate some of these costs, improve hotel sustainability credentials and be prepared or protected from any further energy price hikes. This blog highlights some of these energy saving methods and ways to avoid overpaying at this time when prices are already so high – from basic habits to finding the best business energy suppliers.    Prioritising energy monitoring  When beginning the energy monitoring process, you should always start by ‘benchmarking’. This means comparing your hotel energy usage to other similar-sized hotels to see if you’re using more energy than is average.    Smart meters can record where energy is being used effectively and where it is being overused. For example, you may be losing money by heating unused rooms in non-peak times of year. Half-hourly electricity meters are often seen as the best for businesses as they submit accurate readings every half hour. If you regularly review the data then you can change your energy consumption habits to maximise energy efficiency of your hotel, leading to significant savings.    The appeal of sustainability  Energy-efficiency isn’t only about cutting costs, it’s also about customer satisfaction and expectations. In the UK more and more travellers are looking for sustainable practices implemented across different operations and companies (including hotels). Simple changes like motion sensor lights in hallways, reduction of plastic in hotel toiletries and the promotion of renewable energy all contribute to a hotel’s eco-friendly image.    Increasingly renewable energy can be accessed from a grid network and cost very similarly to standard electricity packages. If you go for one of these options, highlighting your green-energy efforts can appeal to new customers and potentially investors or corporate clients focused on sustainability.    Finding the right energy provider  The main way you can reduce your energy bills is by sourcing the right energy provider or supplier. This prevents you from remaining fixed into inefficient contracts and allows you to branch out to different forms of energy where you may want to. You can also form new energy contracts or tariffs that prevent you from facing any additional price hikes.    Partnering with D-ENERGi At D-ENERGi we work closely with hospitality clients across the country and are dedicated to fitting different operational needs and desires.    Our plans range from business gas and electric to 100% UK wind-powered green energy, if that’s what suits your hotel. With 23 years of experience in sourcing and providing energy for businesses, we have the expertise to help you navigate what option is most functional for you and save on your energy bills. We provide the personal, reliable service that big energy suppliers can’t match.    Our price-matching ensures that you get highly competitive pricing which is reflected in our excellent 4.3-star rating on Trustpilot. Many of our customers have stayed with you for over a decade.    So, why not make the transition before energy bills get to their most expensive over winter. Take control of your energy costs and contact D-ENERGi today for a free, no-obligation quote and to find out just how much you could save. 

Running a care home comes with big operational expenses, and one of the most pressing challenges for managers is tackling rising energy costs. Fully functioning heating, lighting and laundry are essential to maintaining care home residents’ comfort and safety, but they also make care homes very energy-intensive. With energy prices fluctuating, it’s more important than ever to find practical ways to cut costs without compromising the quality of care. This blog provides some basic information on how to implement proactive techniques to lower these costs and partner with expert business energy suppliers.    Why are energy bills rising?  There are several reasons why energy bills have become more expensive in recent years. Wholesale gas and electricity prices are volatile, and inflation and changing government levies have added to the total cost. These price rises can particularly affect care homes due to their around-the-clock operations, making energy use difficult to control.    Practical ways to reduce energy use Whilst there is nothing we can do to change the wider energy market, there are steps that can help to reduce energy consumption.    Energy-efficiency  Here are some tools and tips to improve energy efficiency:  Change your fluorescent lighting to LED  Install smart thermostats  Ensure windows and doors are shut  Maintain equipment regularly (boilers, washing machines, etc.)   Monitor and track energy usage  The best way to track energy usage is to use smart meters. These meters allow you to submit your own readings regularly and ensure that you will be charged for exactly the amount of energy you have used.   Consider a half-hourly electricity meter, which automatically submits readings to the energy supplier every 30 minutes. This is the most accurate arrangement, meaning you will not get overcharged. It also means you can see where and when you use the most energy and if you can implement changes in those specific windows to save money.    Staff awareness  Ensure that the staff is trained or informed about energy efficiency, whether that is turning off unused appliances or lights, making sure windows and doors are firmly closed, or submitting regular meter readings (if you don’t choose a half-hourly tariff).    Consider renewable energy options  Looking into renewable energy options is not only sustainable for the environment, but it can also stabilise costs in the long run.    Equally, with the growing global discourse around climate action, using green energy can make your care home stand out, which could increase your client base.    Why care homes choose D-ENERGi At D-ENERGi, we are proud to support care homes and charitable organisations in taking control of their energy costs. We are honoured to be a Silver Sponsor of the Surrey Care Awards 2025 and a trusted supplier on carehome.co.uk. Our price-matching ensures you always receive competitive rates. In addition, as a registered care home, you may qualify for VAT and Climate Change Levy exemptions, reducing your energy bills even further.    We offer a range of flexible energy options, from business gas and electric plans to 100% UK wind-powered green energy (on request), so you can choose what works best for your organisation. With an excellent 4.3-star rating on Trustpilot, we have built a reputation for fair pricing and outstanding customer service and support. We pride ourselves on providing the personal touch that big energy suppliers can’t match.   If you’re ready to lower your care home’s energy costs, contact D-ENERGi today for a free, no obligation quote and to discover how much you could save.