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Stand out - with sustainability
Standing out in the marketplace is a challenge for any business. Today, we look at how organisations are using sustainability to differentiate their brands.
Brexit uncertainly pressures UK power curve
To keep up-to-date with weekly changes in the energy market, see the Haven Power market report. Here’s a summary of the last 7 days, ...
How to read your electricity meter data
Why is reading your electricity meter regularly so worthwhile? And how should you do it? We asked Amy Cook from Haven Power’s Customer Operations ...
Fluctuating wind output blows UK power prompt up and down
To stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days, read the Haven Power market report. Here’s a summary of the week ...
Gas and carbon drive volatility on curve
The Haven Power market report keeps you up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the ...
Haven Power installs one of the UK’s first new generation smart meters for business
Haven Power has completed its first installation of the new generation SMETS2 meter for businesses – marking the start of the supplier’s smart field ...
Here’s your “ABC” guide to TPCs
For many businesses, the world of third party costs (TPCs) is complex – and at times alarming. There’s uncertainty about what they are and ...
How can renewables boost the “Ethics-Factor” for your brand?
Ethical brands are among the most successful – and fastest-growing – in the UK. Here we examine how choosing renewable energy could help your ...
59% believe sustainability is key to a clean future
As Green GB week begins, new research from Haven Power reveals over 59% of utility decision makers believe sustainability is key to a clean ...
Wind and solar generation up to 39%, while UK power curve loses value
The last 7 days of energy market changes are analysed in Haven Power’s weekly market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 7th ...
Smart is green
By Christopher Brown, Smart Metering Manager at Haven Power Turning on a bank of 10 halogen lights in the office uses about 900 watts. ...
Eccentric energy – Sustainability is “in” with the fashion industry
You may have seen recent news reports about the clothing industry’s detrimental impact on the environment. Writing to Britain’s top 10 fashion retailers, Parliament’s ...
Haven Power’s community initiative makes awards shortlist
Utility Week has announced Haven Power as one of eight companies shortlisted for its “Community Initiative of the Year” award 2018, with the ceremony ...
Pumped storage hydro comes to the rescue
Want to stay up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days? Read the Haven Power market report. Here’s a summary ...
Winter contract expires at 10-year high despite losses
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 24th ...
How can you reduce your electricity costs?
With volatile energy markets as well as inflation and interest rates on the rise, businesses are looking for ways to reduce their overheads. Here ...
4 great reasons to review the energy market, week by week
Even if you don’t watch the energy market closely, you probably know that prices have – generally – been rising this year. Naturally, this ...
High winds, negative system prices
See how the UK energy market changed over the last 7 days, with this week’s Haven Power market report. Here’s a summary of the ...
Haven Power shortlisted as energy supplier of the year for the third year running
Leading Ipswich based business electricity supplier Haven Power has been shortlisted for supplier of the year at the prestigious Energy Awards 2018. The ceremony, ...
Is it time to fix your business energy?
With energy market volatility continuing, could now be the right time for your business to fix energy prices?
Carbon causes price crash, while renewables rise to 40%
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 10th ...
7 ways to get financial support for sustainability
Becoming more energy efficient can save your business money on bills and boost your reputation. However, our recent research revealed that 24% of utility ...
Carbon price surge drags up the UK power curve
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 3rd ...
Changes to Third Party Costs: Interim Levy Rate decreases
The Low Carbon Contracts Company (LCCC) notified suppliers about the Interim Levy Rate (ILR) adjustment figures for Q3 (July to September) 2018 on 24th ...
How can renewables power your business’ resilience?
Resilience is a growing concern for businesses in the UK. When it comes to energy resilience, the two factors to consider are your ability ...
UK power prices finally drop
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. UK seasonal power prices finally dropped on 30th ...
Winter 18 and Euro-carbon hit 10-year high as UK power prices climb
Interested in energy market changes over the last 7 days? The Haven Power market report keeps you up to date. Here’s a summary of ...
Why sustainability should be part of your purpose
Increasingly, the most successful businesses are driven by a purpose, putting sustainability at the heart of that purpose, and enjoying multiple benefits. Here’s why.
How can sustainability help future proof your business?
With more of the world’s leading businesses using sustainable measures to future-proof their organisation, is it time for you to follow suit?
Power prices drop as renewables rise
The Haven Power market report gives you updates on energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the week starting ...
Eccentric Energy: Something in the air tonight
Our most recent Eccentric Energy blogs have related to the elements - specifically, the sun and sea - so this month is all about ...
Temperatures cool as UK power curve heats up
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Increased renewable output and lower temperatures improved supply ...
1 in 4 UK businesses consider renewable energy a ‘fad’
New research from Haven Power, one of the UK’s largest business electricity suppliers, reveals over a quarter (27%) of British businesses think renewable energy ...
5 ways to make sustainability a no-brainer for Finance
Being seen as an ethical company committed to sustainability could give your business a competitive edge. But first you need the buy-in of your ...
Europe and UK system feel the heat
Stay updated on energy market changes each week with Haven Power’s market report. Weather conditions on the continent provided support for UK power prompt ...
Purpose powers profitability
Growing numbers of businesses are embracing sustainable purpose to drive accelerated business growth. The role of business purpose is changing. Traditionally, purpose has been ...
Cooler weather dampens demand
The Haven Power market report keeps you up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the ...
Can electric vehicles (EVs) save your business money?
With so much coverage of electric vehicles (EVs) in the media, we explore the benefits for your business and ask whether now’s the right ...
UK imports electricity, as prompt and seasonal prices rise
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report Here’s a summary of the week starting 16th ...
Intelligent energy use made simple
Haven Power helps you cut through the complexity of Demand Side Response (DSR) to work out how and where your business can benefit.
Libyan exports put an end to oil’s “bull run”
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 9th ...
Eccentric Energy: Shining a light on solar
With the UK enjoying sunny weather over recent weeks, we thought it’d be a good time to focus on eccentric energy ideas that harness ...
World Cup fever grips the nation(al grid)
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 2nd ...
Did you know you could make money from energy?
A growing number of UK businesses are enjoying the benefits of bespoke energy solutions resulting from Accelerator Workshops.
Do you know what to do if your business changes address?
When businesses move, there are a number of issues to resolve – the electricity connection is just one of them. We asked our Change ...
Strong sun casts shadow over wind as coal shines again
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 25th ...
How budget forecasting can help your business stay on top of energy bills
When it comes to forecasting the energy costs of your business, new budget forecasting tools can help you plan for the future and give ...
Sun shines and demand falls as oil price rises
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 18th ...
The benefits of becoming a sustainable business
By Paul Sheffield, Chief Operating Officer at Haven Power.
Gatwick Airport - Case Study
When Gatwick Airport once again renewed its contract with Haven Power, in 2017, it was in recognition of the supplier’s ability to manage their ...
Why are so many businesses choosing Demand Side Response?
If you’re a large business, Demand Side Response (DSR) can deliver valuable rewards for being flexible in your power usage. Here, we help you ...
Gatwick Airport signs new three-year deal with Haven Power
Using renewable instead of conventional power saves UK’s second largest airport enough carbon to fill Wembley Stadium five times. Gatwick Airport has agreed a ...
EU raises renewables target as UK power prices drop
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 11th ...
A better use of energy - Could you be making money from your energy?
TV’s Johnny Ball discusses how you can make money from your electricity. Could you make better use of your energy?
Generating your own electricity? Here are 6 reasons to sell it using a PPA
If your business generates electricity and buys power from the Grid – making you a prosumer – now could be the right time to ...
How do you manage your energy costs? We explain the options
Depending on your business’s appetite for risk, there are a number of options designed to help you manage energy costs. The vast majority of ...
Front season and oil prices down, wind output low, while sun shines
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 4th ...
Could becoming a prosumer help control your business energy costs?
Energy price rises are making headlines again, while the cost of solar Photo Voltaic (PV) and wind, as well as energy storage, continues to ...
Why should your business become a prosumer – and harness the power of Demand Side Response?
Prosumers already reap the benefits of self-generation. Adding demand side response is only helping to increase those rewards. The UK energy landscape is changing. ...
Low wind bolsters prompt prices; falling prices push power curve down
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 28th ...
What are your energy services options?
Energy services are pushing the boundaries of electricity supply, with new opportunities created seemingly every day. They offer businesses opportunities to reduce spend, increase ...
Fuel commodities weaken, leading to power price retreat
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 21st ...
Iran and oil has impact on UK power prices
Stay up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days, with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week ...
How to get the right solution from your energy partner
A simple Google search proves that businesses have more choices about energy than ever before. But how can you make the most of those ...
Wholesale prices still rising as economic sanctions loom
Stay updated on energy market changes over the last 7 days with Haven Power’s market report. Here’s a summary of the week starting 7th ...
Energy partnerships are driving change
In today’s rapidly changing energy marketplace, how can businesses find the reliable energy partnerships they need?
Strong wind and solar output buoys renewables, as oil prices hit 4-year high
The Haven Power market report: keeping you up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the ...
Eccentric Energy: Plastic Power
There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the detrimental impact that plastics are having on our oceans and the environment. So this month’s ...
What's the future of energy (and the energy of the future?)
The world of energy is changing at an ever-faster rate. Here we look at the future of energy in the UK and the transformation ...
How to get the most from Power Purchase Agreements
Power Purchase Agreements are already bringing thousands of businesses significant environmental and economic advantages. Haven Power can help you make sure your organisation doesn’t ...
Haven Power re-energises the local community with charity partnership
Following a ground-breaking year of fundraising, we are pleased to announce Eden-Rose Coppice Trust as our ‘Charity of the Year’ for a second consecutive ...
UK powers on without coal
The Haven Power market report: your weekly update on energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the week starting ...
Have you got the power of the ‘prosumer’?
As more and more businesses discover the benefits of producing as well as consuming energy, why don’t you turn on to the power of ...
How flexibility can be your secret weapon as an energy manager
Businesses across the UK are already profiting from changing the way they manage their energy usage through Demand Side Response, isn’t it time for ...
Sun’s out, coal’s out - for record period
The Haven Power market report: your update on energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the week starting 16th ...
Why more businesses are switching on to the benefits of battery storage
Battery storage is now more economical than it’s ever been. According to the experts, battery pack prices have fallen by more than 75 per ...
What are you paying for?
TV's Johnny Ball explains what makes up a business electricity bill. Only 40% of it is electricity, but what makes up the rest?
Over 180 hours volunteered at local charity
Haven Power’s chosen charity for 2018 is Eden-Rose Coppice Trust, which aims to transform neglected and/or misused woodlands into beautiful, tranquil green spaces. These ...
High solar output outshines coal
The Haven Power market report updates you on energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the week starting 9th ...
What is a ‘prosumer’ and why would you want to be one?
As the world of energy changes, how can businesses find the partners they need to cut costs and carbon emissions by producing as well ...
Over two-thirds of businesses think sustainability will become more important
Recent research* revealed that 68% of all businesses believe that sustainability will be more important in the future. The proportion of larger organisations sharing ...
Renewables up to 45% of UK’s generation as carbon price jumps 25%
The Haven Power market report updates you on the week’s changes in the energy market. Here’s a summary of the week starting 2nd April: ...
3 ways sustainability can transform your business
We always want to better understand our customers’ broader business issues. So we commissioned the Institute of Customer Service to speak to big and ...
Eccentric energy: Rock down to Electric Avenue
Welcome to our latest instalment of Eccentric energy, where we explore the weird and wonderful ideas behind electricity in the modern world.
Wind blows away day ahead prices
The Haven Power market report keeps you up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the ...
Oil, not wind, poses threat from the east
The Haven Power market report: helps you stay up to date with energy market changes covering the past 7 days. Here’s a summary of ...
What are the business benefits of going green with renewable power?
Get renewable electricity for your business at no extra cost and help your business reach its CSR targets, while reducing your environmental impact.
Returning ‘Beast from the east’ has bark worse than its bite
The energy market’s changed over the last 7 days – keep up to date with the Haven Power market report. Here’s a summary of ...
Gas inflates prices, as Trump's talk boosts Asia
Here’s a summary of the week starting 5th March: Prices for day-ahead baseload delivery returned to relative normality last week, as milder weather returned ...
New start for Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships haven’t always had the best reputation, but that’s now beginning to change. The Government has raised the profile of these work-placed schemes for ...
Sub-zero temperatures send prices snowballing
The Haven Power market report: keeping you up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days. Here’s a summary of the ...
What is CSR and how can it create value for stakeholders?
CSR can create value for the stakeholders of your business. But do you know what CSR is and how can you best improve it ...
Eccentric energy: Poo is powerful
Welcome to our latest instalment of Eccentric energy, where we explore the weird and wonderful ideas behind electricity in the modern world.
3 painless ways to optimise energy and reduce business costs
Our energy efficiency tips can save businesses up to £5,000, but if you want to take your energy efficiency to the next level an ...
Day-ahead and prompt feel the cold
Keep up to date with energy market changes over the last 7 days with the Haven Power market report. It’s particularly relevant if you’re ...
Making new connections easier and more cost-effective
When you’re setting up a new premises for your business, one of the first things to get sorted is your electricity supply. Without that, ...
Utilities Procurement Group – Case Study
UPG (Utilities Procurement Group) is an energy consultancy that uses its specialist experience to procure energy for public sector bodies and large commercial organisations. ...
International Construction Design and Management – Case Study
Established in 1994, ICDM (International Construction Design and Management) Limited is a construction design and engineering firm serving multiple businesses and industry sectors. Working ...
Best energy efficiency advice for businesses
Good energy efficiency not only helps to minimise what you spend on electricity, but also reduces the impact of your business on the environment.
Businesses want more support with managing their energy use
According to Institute of Customer Service research*, businesses choosing electricity suppliers consider the support they offer in reducing energy usage as one of the ...