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Powering a stronger, smarter cold chain sector


With rising costs, ageing infrastructure, and limited government support, the cold chain is navigating tougher conditions.

Sustainability remains central to your sector - but maintaining resilience and staying ahead now also means using new levers, including flexibility services. That’s why working together matters: our expertise, your business - one powerful partnership.

Here is your dedicated hub to stay informed, confident, and prepared as the energy landscape evolves.

The energy cost crisis: is Clean Power 2030 at breaking point?

Energy is a critical cost for the cold chain. Our latest Business Energy Tracker explores how rising energy costs, Clean Power 2030 and growing competitiveness concerns are affecting UK businesses. 
 
Our latest Business Energy Tracker explores how rising energy costs, Clean Power 2030 and growing competitiveness concerns are affecting UK businesses. 

Download the report to understand the trends shaping the future cost of energy and what they could mean for cold storage operators.

 

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What UK businesses need to stay competitive

Energy remains one of the biggest challenges facing the UK cold chain sector. With electricity costs continuing to rise and the Clean Power 2030 target approaching, cold storage operators are under increasing pressure to manage operating costs, maintain competitiveness and make informed investment decisions. 

 

 

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We understand your sector and the unique challenges your business faces every day. With that insight, our three key areas shaping the cold chain right now are:

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The cold chain is highly energy intensive, spending an estimated £1.2 billion on electricity on 2024.

 

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Nearly half of cold chain assets are over 20 years old, exposing ageing infrastructure risks.

 

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Grid disruption could pose a real threat to the cold chain, but it is not seen as critical industry.

 



So far, we've seen improvements in overall efficiency and reliability of supply, which is helping us towards our sustainability targets all while saving money.

 Andrew Baldwin, Managing Director, Reed Boardall
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Energy market movements

Watch our latest monthly Behind the Data update to understand how market movements have impacted energy prices.

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Demand flexibility explained

Learn how energy flexibility cuts costs, reduces risk and future-proofs your business energy.

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Consider reducing your capacity

Are you paying for more electricity capacity than needed? Lowering your capacity could save money - but it’s not simple.

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Data-driven decision making

Changes to your metering are coming. Watch our webinar to understand the costs impact, preparation steps, and new savings opportunities.

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Book a call with our Cold Chain specialists.

By working closely with your business, we'll take the time to understand your cold chain operations, the pressures you face, and help you navigate today's complex energy market.

The discussion is designed to help us understand your business so we can connect you with the right specialists from across npower Business Solutions (nBS)

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