PECM Issue 15 2015 | Page 16

The Utility Forum is an energy conservation consultancy based on the Fylde coast that looks in to ways to not only reduce the costs to your energy but also how you use it. A family run business that has a combined experience of over 80 years in the energy industry. Our MD, Chris Holdsworth was one of the few volunteers to take part in the Consultation process with the DECC and the Energy Institute for ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme), the UK Governments response to the EU Energy Efficiency Directive. Chris was one of the first Lead Assessors for this programme. The Utility Forum has done over 300 Carbon Trust Energy Audits which were mainly carried out by the MD, personally. The Utility Forum has been working wit h M.A.S (The Manufacturing Advisory Service) for over 250 clients and has pre-agreed funding to help with the consultancy costs involved to help with the impact of anything relating to energy usages in manufacturing and Engineering. The Utility Forum can help any business of any size deal with their energy requirements and specialises in helping larger organisations reduce both their costs and usages. Services we offer – We have our own acclaimed, unique ABLE – (A Better living Environment) system – Which includes metering individual circuits to establish waste and opportunities for reduction. Some of the benefits – Sustainable elimination of waste, reduction in consumption and increase in energy efficiency. Access to a wide range of energy efficiency measures. Ability to identify energy production overhead in order to cost sales. Freeing up of management time. Recovery of previous overcharges to re-invest in business growth. Some of the benefits to working with UF Over 80 years of combined knowledge in the energy sector. Dedicated to getting the best options available to you, which isn’t always about price. Securing back dated costs – a consultant can sometimes secure back dated payments for you in areas unknown to yourself. No hidden/additional fees – what we offer is what you pay. Significant buying power – working with some of the larger clients in the UK, Redrow Homes, Bibby Distribution allows for us to secure very competitive prices for all our clients 99% retention on our energy clients Business Water Rates – The Utility Forum provides: Retrospective analysis of water charges. Arrange for rebates and savings on inaccurate charges. Investigations into water leaks. Smart water metering to allow for monitoring and targeting. Negotiations with water suppliers to claim overcharges. Ongoing monitoring of invoices to ensure services are required and received. Surface Water and Trade Effluent – The Utility Forum provides: Retrospective analysis of Surface Water charges. Retrospective analysis of Trade Effluent charges. Negotiations with water suppliers to claim overcharges. Ongoing monitoring of invoices to ensure services are required and received. Mandate Utilities is the first telecoms for business provider to literally charge you for what you use instead of adding all the hidden fees. At Mandate Utilities we have over 20 years experience in providing major savings for businesses all over the UK. Most businesses just accept the rates such suggested by the major telecoms companies but we are here to fight back and could save you thousands!! Our telecoms for business packages include: Landlines: We provide line rental and call solutions at competitive market rates. We tailor packages to suit your individual business requirements based on clear research. We can offer One-Bill bundles for businesses who want a simple package to enable month to month budgeting. We can offer no set up fees or minimum spend commitment with per second billing Broadband: Telecoms for Business – Mandate Utilities can: Provide you with the latest broadband with download speeds up to 24Mb. Packages starting from as little as £11.75 per month. Mobiles: Telecoms for Business – Mandate Utilities can: Offer services with leading providers including Vodafone, 02, Orange and T-Mobile. Help you to understand how the current range of applications can enhance your business. Arrange number porting for administration ease. www.theutilityforum.co.uk