How We Saved £10,700 Per Year on Warehouse Energy Costs
The Problem
Like many growing distribution companies, Global Foods was feeling the pressure of rising electricity prices. Operating a 55,000 sq ft warehouse with large-scale refrigeration, office space, and daily logistics naturally meant energy was one of their biggest overheads, pushing their annual spend to over £68,000.
They knew their costs were high, but lacked the specialist knowledge to find where savings could be made. With refrigeration units running continuously without optimisation, outdated lighting, and peak-demand spikes outside normal operating hours, these rising costs were putting real pressure on their margins.
How We Helped Make Savings
By reviewing 24 months of billing data, Rob identified that nearly 18% of electricity usage was happening outside core business hours. He renegotiated their electricity contract to secure a more competitive fixed-rate tariff and remove unnecessary pass-through charges.
Alongside the contract review, Rob implemented practical, low-disruption changes on site. This included adjusting refrigeration temperature bands, installing smart timers, and replacing outdated warehouse lighting with modern LED fittings and motion sensors.
The Results
- £4,300 saved annually through tariff renegotiation
- £6,400 saved annually from refrigeration and lighting upgrades
- 16% reduction in overall electricity consumption
- Return on investment achieved within 11 months
- Smooth transition with no disruption to daily warehouse operations
With overheads continuing to rise across the supply chain, regularly reviewing energy usage can make a massive difference. Global Foods now has lower operating expenses, a reduced carbon footprint, and greater control over its outgoings, supporting future growth.
What Does The Client Say?
“We knew our energy bills were high, but we didn’t realise how much money we were leaving on the table. Rob handled everything — from contract negotiations to practical improvements on site. The savings speak for themselves.”