Are you really bothered about cutting business costs?

Only a small percentage of firms and individuals have energy audits done and, of those who do, only about 50 per cent follow through on proposed suggestions.

A recent study reported that there was no tool that could show consumers how their electricity bills have crept up quoting “If your car went from burning 20 miles per gallon to 10 miles per gallon, you would have it in the garage tomorrow. There is no miles per gallon for your home,’’ it says. Well there is such a tool – Auditel.

Getting an energy audit is like getting a car inspection; it identifies problems that should be fixed for optimal performance. Most firms could easily save 20 per cent on their energy bill if they took some basic steps to improve their premises.

Yet, the study notes that people remain sceptical, partly because many of the companies offering the energy audits have products to sell but also partly because of the perceived effort, hassle and expense of implementing recommendations. It seems apathy and lethargy often prevail. Some firms approach energy management in a DIY fashion and attempt to do it all themselves… they shouldn’t be surprised then when the results look like DIY.

Why do we work so hard to earn money and then be so apathetic about losing it when we have it?

Auditel offers business health audits for free. We also offer – an entire energy management service that only “costs” a share of the proven savings made – so there is no risk or extra cost whatsoever! – Is a saving of 20% on your business energy bill worth having….?

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