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‘Fix the basics’: How SMEs can easily reduce energy use as costs soar

“Energy is not always the biggest cost in a business, but it is often the easiest cost to reduce.”
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Wage inflation, energy costs top SME owners’ worry list

Electricity costs, which account for around 8 per cent of the average SME cost base, have increased by more than 50 per ...
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New energy rules to limit price hikes and protect small businesses

A few changes announced this week could bring some future energy bill relief for households and businesses.
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Energy prices rising from 1 July: What small businesses need to know

Several energy providers are raising their prices from July 1, prompting concern among small-business owners already str...
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Small businesses falling behind on energy transition due to a lack of clarity and support

COSBOA say that Small business is getting smashed by rising energy costs, with the financial strain higher now than duri...
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Lack of information leaves SMEs ‘powerless’ against rising energy costs

The absence of clear, trusted and practical advice is leaving small-business owners lacking the confidence to act and la...