Catalyst Energy Broker

Energy Broker

Choosing the right utility broker or energy broker for your business electricity and gas needs can be a difficult decision to make. Many customers chose to outsource their energy purchasing activities to a third party through an electricity broker or gas broker. But what should you consider when choosing a strategic partner to contract your electricity and gas requirements.

There are a number if advantages to outsourcing the negotiation of your electricity and gas contracts. The energy market is extremely technical and requires constant vigilance to ensure you contract at competitive rates. Organising a contract without the help of a commercial utility broker can become a mammoth task, especially if it is a non-core activity of your business.

Once you have made the decision to outsource to an energy management broker , it is important that you know what to look for to ensure that your chosen partner is the right one for you. We suggest that you look for three key factors: independence, expertise and value for money.

Independence of the UK energy broker or consultant is essential to make sure your business is placed with a supplier that offers you not only the best price, but also deals with your customer service requirements. Some brokers will work for preferred suppliers based on their commission rates. This lack of independence limits the addressable market and fails to produce the best deal for customers.