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How we simplified energy procurement and unlocked savings for Holy Cross Catholic Mac.

See how a joined-up approach to energy management uncovered hidden savings and delivered value across seven schools.

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How we simplified energy procurement and unlocked savings for Holy Cross Catholic Mac.

What Holy Cross Catholic MAC thought

I find Zenergi’s service to be excellent and pricing very competitive. The Directors asked for a second tender to ensure that Zenergi was offering the cheapest solution. The Zenergi contracts were lower priced than the competitive tender and the online portal is also a good resource.

Martyn Alcott FISBL

Chief Finance and Operating Officer

Holy Cross Catholic MAC

When one of its secondary schools saw the benefits of working with Zenergi to procure its energy contracts, Holy Cross Catholic MAC decided to bring all seven of its schools on board. The result? A streamlined process, transparent pricing, and valuable savings.

What did we do?

We helped Holy Cross Catholic MAC take control of its energy management. How? By aligning contract end dates and offering a wide choice of suppliers and contract terms, we’ve made Energy Procurement easier and more transparent for the Trust.

Directors now have access to clear, like-for-like comparisons that support smarter budget planning and governance. No longer tied to multi-year commitments six months in advance, the Trust enjoys greater flexibility and clear pricing information, providing confidence in its energy decisions.

Spotting errors and claiming savings

Billing mistakes can add up fast, but with Zenergi’s Bill Validation Service, Holy Cross Catholic MAC uncovered hidden savings. By thoroughly checking energy invoices against agreed contracts, our experts quickly identify and correct any errors. In fact, the service revealed that several schools within the Trust had been overcharged VAT and Climate Change Levy (CCL). We claimed back these overpayments, putting valuable funds back into the Trust’s budget.

Added value insights

The benefits didn’t stop at savings. Our user-friendly customer portal provides the Trust with detailed insights into its energy use. Holy Cross Catholic MAC is now equipped with granular visibility into energy consumption, helping the Trust monitor usage, reduce consumption and plan budgets more accurately. The powerful tool empowers Holy Cross Catholic MAC to make informed decisions and drive sustainable practices across its schools.

The result

Our partnership with Holy Cross Catholic MAC delivers streamlined processes, budget savings and actionable energy insights:

  • Recovered overcharges on VAT and CCL
  • Aligned contract end dates across all seven schools
  • Validated energy data for improved budgeting and consumption reduction

Managing Energy Procurement across multiple sites doesn’t need to be complicated. With Zenergi on your side you’ll have more time and money to focus on what matters most.

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Energy Procurement

Energy Procurement

Energy Procurement

Energy Procurement

Energy can be a significant expenditure for any organisation, especially during periods of high market volatility. The type of contract you choose can significantly affect what you’ll pay in the long term and it can be difficult to compare prices when there is an endless product and supplier choice available. Take control of your energy costs by leveraging our real-time market insights and market-leading expertise.
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Bill Validation

Bill Validation

Bill Validation

Bill Validation

We'll identify any possible discrepancies in energy and water bills, ensuring the numbers are based on accurate usage data and guaranteeing the correct rates are being applied. We'll safeguard you from potential financial losses while allowing more informed and accurate budgeting and forecasting.
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