Energy Audits for Businesses
Whether you're running a small business or managing multiple sites, our energy audits are the perfect first step toward lower bills.
Why Energy Audits Matter?
Energy is one of the biggest operating costs for most businesses. But here’s the good news, it’s also where some of the biggest savings and quickest wins can happen.
At The 55 Group, we believe smart energy decisions should be simple, practical, and effective, whether you’re managing a single site or an entire estate.
Our Energy Audit Packages are designed to meet you where you are, with expert insights, tailored strategies, and ongoing support to help your business save up to 50% in energy costs and reduce its carbon footprint.
Choose the right energy audit package for your business
We offer three clear audit tiers, each designed to deliver actionable insights, reduce your costs and move you closer to your sustainability goals.
Perfect for: Small businesses seeking a simple audit focused on quick savings.
- Single site visit & energy usage review.
- Basic efficiency recommendations and quick-win actions for cost savings.
- Summary report with key insights.
- Free revisit if mutually agreed targets are not met.
Standard Audit
Perfect for: Growing businesses ready to cut carbon and operational costs.
- Detailed energy consumption breakdown.
- Carbon footprint assessment (Scope 1 & 2).
- Government-signed carbon plan, recognised by all suppliers.
- Practical efficiency improvements, renewable energy, and procurement review.
- Follow-up check-in after 3 months to review performance and provide additional ideas.
- Detailed models of energy performance will be run to understand current and potential performance.
- We will project manage the entire process and explore available grant options to support improvements.
- A free revisit if mutually agreed targets are not being met
Premium Audit
Perfect for: Multi-site organisations needing in-depth strategy and ongoing guidance.
- Full estate-wide energy & carbon strategy.
- Scope 1, 2 & 3 carbon impact analysis.
- Government-signed carbon plan, recognised by all suppliers.
- Detailed procurement & renewables strategy.
- Ongoing tracking & reporting.
- Tailored roadmap for long-term savings.
- Induction into the Energy Academy: exclusive access to advanced resources and monthly follow-up support.
- Commercial operations expertise: Leveraging years of experience to provide wider perspectives on reducing overall operating costs.
- Detailed models of energy performance will be run to understand current and potential performance.
- We will project manage the entire process and explore available grant options to support improvements.
- A free revisit if mutually agreed targets are not being met
Frequently Asked Questions About Energy Efficiency Audits for Businesses
See some common questions and answers below or call us on
0333 880 6886.
What is an energy audit and why does my business need one?
An energy audit is a detailed review of how your business uses energy and where that energy (and money) might be going to waste. It identifies inefficiencies, highlights opportunities to save, and gives you a clear plan to reduce costs, lower carbon emissions and improve performance.
If your bills are rising, your systems are outdated, or you’re aiming for net zero, an audit is the smart first step.
What types of businesses benefit from an energy audit?
Any business that uses energy!
Whether you run a small office, a retail space, a factory, or a multi-site organisation, an energy audit can help uncover savings and shape your long-term sustainability strategy.
We tailor our audits to suit your business size, sector and goals, so the insights are always relevant and actionable.
What is included in an energy audit?
Depending on the package you choose, our audits can include:
– Site visit and system inspections;
– Energy usage and carbon footprint analysis;
– Practical recommendations for improvements;
– Renewable energy and tech upgrade options;
– Compliance support and reporting;
– Follow-up support available.
How much can I expect to save from an energy audit?
The potential savings from an energy audit can vary depending on your business size, energy consumption and the measures implemented. However, research from the Department of Energy and Climate Change suggests that small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) can typically reduce energy bills by 18-25% by installing energy efficiency measures and making changes to their energy usage behaviour.
Our energy audits are designed to identify the most impactful solutions for your business so you can expect a tailored plan that maximises your savings and enhances energy efficiency.
Are energy audits a legal requirement in the UK?
For some organisations, yes. If you’re a large business or meet certain thresholds under the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) or Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR), regular audits may be a legal requirement.
But even if you’re not required to have one, it’s still a smart business move, especially with energy prices and ESG pressure on the rise.
Do I need to shut down my operations during the audit?
No, we aim to carry out audits with minimal disruption. For basic audits, we can often complete them in a single visit. Even for more in-depth audits, we work around your schedule to ensure it’s business as usual.
Will you help me implement the recommendations?
We provide follow-up support to help you put the plan into action, including check-ins, supplier reviews, strategy fine-tuning, and project management, if needed.
