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We were delighted to support young people at this year’s LEAF Careers & Jobs Fair, helping to raise awareness of the energy industry, the wide range of career opportunities available and the skills needed to succeed. Many young people are unaware of the variety of roles within the energy sector, so events like this are a fantastic opportunity to broaden horizons, build confidence and inspire future career choices. A highlight of the event was Careers Bingo, an interactive act

We are absolutely delighted to announce that Professional Energy People (PEP) has won Small Business of the Year at the 2026 Barnsley & Rotherham Business Awards! It was a fantastic evening celebrating the achievements of businesses across our region, and we are incredibly proud to have been recognised for our growth, customer commitment and the difference we are making to the businesses we work with. For our whole team, this award means a great deal. It recognises the hard w

UK Energy Market Update October 2026 Market Summary EU gas storage edged higher during October, with inventories rising from around 71% full at the start of the month to approximately 74.5% by month end. Storage injections remained positive for much of the month, although replenishment slowed as seasonal demand increased and several countries recorded net withdrawals towards month end. Despite the monthly increase, storage levels finished the injection season well below bot

Are you interested in energy efficiency, sustainability and helping businesses make a real difference? We are looking for a motivated Trainee Energy Assessor / Manager to join our growing Energy Management team. As businesses increasingly look for ways to reduce energy costs, improve efficiency and cut carbon emissions, the need for practical energy management expertise continues to grow. At PEP, we help our clients understand their energy use, identify opportunities for impr

UK Energy Market Update September 2026 Market Summary EU gas storage continued to rebuild during September, with inventories rising from 65.1% full at the start of the month to around 71.5% by month end. Storage injections remained positive despite ongoing competition for LNG cargoes and continued concerns over Europe’s ability to replenish stocks ahead of winter. Although inventories increased throughout the month, storage levels finished September significantly below the po

From 1 September 2027, small and medium-sized businesses taking out new fixed-term energy contracts will need to have a smart or advanced meter installed – or agree to have one installed within 12 months. The Government has confirmed new requirements for non-domestic smart meters as part of its plans to accelerate smart meter rollout across smaller businesses and support its wider Clean Power 2030 ambitions. What is Changing for Business Energy Contracts? For businesses, this

UK Energy Market Update August 2026 Market Summary EU gas storage continued to rebuild during August, with inventories rising from 57.1% full at the start of the month to 65.1% by month end. Despite the increase, refill activity remained subdued as elevated gas prices, strong LNG competition from Asia and disruption to global LNG supply chains limited injection rates across the continent. Storage finished August around 12 percentage points below the same period in 2025 and

When Barnsley FC were referred to us through the Chamber of Commerce, they were looking for a trusted partner to review their energy costs and make sure they weren't paying over the odds without disrupting operations or compromising service. Like many football clubs, rising gas and electricity costs were putting increasing pressure on day-to-day budgets. Following a full review of their gas, electricity and water contracts, we secured a solution that reduced their annual ener

Wickesley Youth Girls Team with Sponsored PEP Bags We’re delighted to be back on the sidelines supporting the brilliant Wickersley Youth Girls Football Team for a third consecutive season. At Professional Energy People, we’re passionate about supporting the next generation, and sponsoring the team’s training kit is something we’re incredibly proud to be involved with. A Fantastic Season To Build On Last season was a fantastic one for the team. The girls lost just one league g