Happy Earth Day! 🌍💚

Earth Day was introduced in 1970 as a day to commemorate and reflect on the movement towards a greener, more sustainable future. It’s all about raising awareness and promoting action. 📢

The theme for 2025 is OUR POWER, OUR PLANET, calling for everyone to unite around renewable energy so we can triple clean electricity by 2030. 💡

In July last year, the UK government announced a “solar rooftop revolution” which will see millions more homes nationwide equipped with solar panels, significantly boosting solar power’s contribution to the UK’s renewable energy transition. Towards the end of 2024 the energy secretary also relaunched the “Solar Taskforce” to help the UK reach these goals by 2030. ☀️

Solar panels have significantly dropped in price over the last ten years making them a more affordable option than ever before. If you’re interested in getting a quote for your home or business, get in touch with one of our team to discuss what’s available to you. 📞

You can also take a look on our website to see if there are any grants currently in your area.

As we’re now half way through National Stress Awareness Month, we thought it would be a good time to pause and share some ways we can help ourselves to manage stress and protect our mental health and wellbeing.

91% of adults reported they experienced high or extreme levels of pressure or stress in the past year. This is a problem that affects nearly everyone and it’s important to take time to try and identify the pressure points to be able to help address them.

☁️ Just Breathe – Breathing exercises are a useful technique to help you relax. Try breathing in through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 5 seconds and breathe out slowly for 8 seconds. Repeat this cycle 10 times.

☁️ Be Mindful – Be in touch with the world around you, notice what’s happening in the present. Choose an every day task that engages your senses like brushing your teeth, concentrate on how the brush feels in your hand, the sensation of brushing your teething, the smell and taste of the toothpaste, the feeling of your feet on the bathroom floor.

☁️ Sleep Well. Sleep can affect how you feel physically and mentally. Try to create a regular sleeping pattern and a restful environment for consistency and calm. If you can’t sleep, get up and do something else to help you feel sleepy.

☁️ Stress Bucket. This is a simple tool to help us think about the ways we can release stress. Image a bucket you’re carrying round that slowly fills up when you’re stressed. Sometimes you are strong enough to carry a lot of stress, but sometimes you need to find techniques that help lighten the load. Identify what helps you reduce stress, it could be anything from good time management to talking to someone you trust. Make an plan for how to keep those activities going when other pressures build up.

We all experience stress and can struggle from life’s pressures. Remember you are not alone and there are people you can speak to, to help manage those pressures.

These tips have come from www.mentalheath-uk.org/stress, please visit their website if you need more advice on managing stress.

Say hello to the pets of Utility Trade! ⭐

Today is a day to celebrate the joy that pets bring into our lives and to encourage people to help reduce the number of animals in shelters. 🎉

Did you know that 67% of people in a pet friendly office report being more productive and that it increases job satisfaction by 22%! There’s nothing better than having a little cuddle with your furry friend to boost those endorphins 🥰

Today is a great reminder to do some checks on your pet(s):

🧸Throw away any toys that are no longer safe
💉Check vaccinations are up to date and mark down when they’re due
🏷️Check chips and name tags have up to date information, especially if your number may have changed or you moved home recently

Have you been playing around with the idea of adopting a new family member recently? Why don’t you google your closest animal rescue, take a visit this weekend and see if you can find your new best friend 🐾

#NationalPetDay

Happy Eid to all who celebrate! ⭐🌙🎆

We spoke to one of our colleagues who partakes every year to find out what the occasion means to him.

“The whole point of Eid is celebrating the end of the fasting month. It’s a very joyous time, spending time with all my family and friends is my favourite part. We always get the whole extended family together and it’s just a great vibe, we usually order in catering but this year my mum insisted she’s making her lamb biryani, I’m not complaining!”

Did you catch Ofgem’s report of businesses’ experiences of the Energy Market? 1,000 businesses across Great Britain were surveyed to gain their perspective of the Energy Market, including their use of Energy Brokers/Consultants.

Out of those businesses that did use a TPI, 73% reported that they were satisfied with the service they received during the switching process.

Comments received included:
TPI’s initiated contact proactively
Businesses with longstanding relationships with TPI’s were associated with higher levels of confidence and trust
TPI’s provided a greater range of contract options across multiple suppliers with a choice of prices
TPI’s were more responsive than suppliers and that they trusted them to find the best deal more than their energy suppliers

One business stated “It took a lot of researching work out of our hands. Instead of having to do comparisons on our own they just sent it all over to us.”

There were multiple businesses who mentioned having difficulty comparing contracts as a barrier to switching, inconsistencies in the ways that suppliers present tariffs and other contract information made it difficult to assess which contracts were more favourable on price than others. Some found contracts too complex to understand fully, which prevented them from making an informed decision.

When using Utility Trade, your dedicated account manager and energy consultancy team will analyse your business needs using market intelligence to help reduce any financial risk and provide professional price forecasting. Not only will you be getting access to the best energy rates on the market, but everything will also be laid out in easy to understand terms so you can make a knowledgeable decision.

If you’re looking for pricing for your business and are interested in getting comparison quotes, contact us today to talk to one of our team.

0116 366 7981
[email protected]

Did you take part in Earth Hour? 🌍

On Saturday March 22nd between 8:30pm – 9:30pm, Earth Hour invited you to switch off and spend 60 minutes doing something positive for our planet. 🌱

Founded in 2007, Earth Hour started as a ‘lights off” moment, encouraging individuals around the world to switch off their lights to show support for the planet and to raise awareness of the environmental issues affecting it. 💡

In 2023, Earth Hour tweaked their mission, switch off your lights and give an hour to the earth doing something for our planet. 🌏

“Our one shared home needs our help and that we all can – and must – play a part in protecting it.” 🫱🏼‍🫲🏾

It’s Red Nose Day!

We encouraged our colleagues to wear a splash of red today and we’ve had a collection open all week where all contributions have been donated to Comic Relief.

In the last few years, Comic Relief have supported over 10 million people, including:

৹ 2.3 million children and young people in the UK and around the world through access to safe homes, good nutrition and quality healthcare and education
৹ 1.5 million people in the UK and around the world with health care and mental wellbeing support
৹ 1.5 million people, in the UK and around the world with opportunities for learning and access to quality education
৹ 150K people in the UK with access to specialist support services including safe accommodation
৹ 2.6 million people in the UK severely impacted by the rising costs of living

If you’d like to make a donation to this great charity, please follow the link below:
https://lnkd.in/eEXgztvW

Do you have an RTS meter? Did you know they need replacing by the end of June 2025 otherwise you are at risk of your meter losing functionality?

The Radio Teleswitch Service allows some older traditional multi-rate electricity meters to function properly. These include economy 7 and 10 meters. Introduced in the 1980’s, the equipment can no longer be properly maintained, and as there is a low number of these meters still in service, it was decided not to refresh the infrastructure.

If you have an RTS meter, it is likely to stop functioning beyond June. You could have any or all the below happen:
–           Your supplier charging you incorrectly, as they can’t tell what time you used your electricity
–           Your heating and hot water remaining on or off continually or charging up at the wrong time of the day
–           Limited choices of tariffs from suppliers

Your meter will need replacing as soon as possible to ensure you do not lose any functionality which could affect your home or business. Your supplier should have already been in touch regarding replacing your meter.

We have reached out to our suppliers to ask if there are any customers still needing a new meter so we can also get in touch to make sure a replacement appointment is in booked in.

Please remember these meter exchanges are free, and your supplier will never ask you to provide payment details when making the appointment.

If you think you have an RTS meter but have not had any contact from your supplier, please contact us or your supplier directly to arrange an appointment ASAP.

“Out with the blue and in with the brew!”

Today we’re following in the Samaritans‘ footsteps and working to break the myth of Blue Monday. We are treating everyone in the office to a hot drink and encouraging them to have a catch up and a cuppa together.

We’re proud to support #BrewMonday ☕ People can feel low on any day of the year but connecting over a cuppa is a great way to check in with each other 💚

Make the most of 2025 by joining Utility Trade Group! ⚡

We are looking for experienced sales professionals to join our energy sales team.

Want to join? Get in touch!

📩  [email protected]

💻  https://utilitytrade.com/our-story/careers/

UT Power are proud to have completed the installation of a 18.04kW solar PV array for Wellingborough Old Grammarians Sports and Social Club.

Wellingborough Old Grammarians started in 1934 as a rugby club but has now grown into a flourishing sports and social club with over 2000 members. The club has developed from a single sport to become a multi-sport club offering various activities for the local community. The Wellingborough Old Grammarians Sports Club provides for multiple activities such as football, rugby, cricket, and tennis with eight changing rooms, plus a bar, commercial grade kitchen and function room, further providing a first floor committee room and cricket pavilion with a commanding view of the cricket square.

Installation details:
⚡- System size – 18.04kW
☀- Number of panels – 41 x 440w DAS SOLAR
🌳- CO2 emissions reduced – 7.1 tonnes per year
🔌- Annual energy generation –15,857.16kWh
☀- PV Panel Brand – DAS SOLAR
⚡- Inverter Brand – Solis 20kW with online monitoring
📍- Location – #Wellingborough
🔧- Mounting Kit – Van der Valk Solar Systems

Thank you to the whole team for their hard work.

Save The Children’s Christmas jumper day! ❄

Every December millions of people put on a festive knit at their workplace, school or with friends and make a donation to help give children the magical future they deserve. The donations go towards helping kids facing serious issues like war, hunger and poverty.

A big thank you to everyone in the office today who came in wearing a Christmas jumper and for donating to this wonderful charity.

If you’d like to make a donation, text WOOLLY to 70050 to donate £5 to Save the Children.

#ChristmasJumperDay SaveTheChildren #FestiveSweaters #SeasonOfGiving

It’s Giving Tuesday 🎁🤝🏻

Created in 2012, giving Tuesday is a day that encourages people to do good. You can volunteer your time; donate money; share your skills; campaign for something good; donate goods, food, or clothes; organise a community event, the list is endless! 📜

This year we have chosen to donate to our local foodbank. Everyone in the company contributed, whether it was a cash donation or food which was topped up by our directors meaning we have managed to get together a great selection of toiletries and food, including some Christmas treats! 🎅🏻

As always, a big thank you to all our colleagues for their generosity and support. 🤝🏻

If you’re able to, do something for someone else today 🥰

#GivingTuesday #Donate #GiveBack #Community #Charity #Giving

As the end of November draws in, so does having to look at these glorious moustaches around the office. Due to November ending on Sunday this year, we gathered our brave volunteers early to showcase their fantastic attempts at supporting such a great cause before all evidence is removed come Monday. 🪒

As a company we’re incredibly proud of everyone’s efforts, for pushing through the itchy discomfort and jokes they’ve had to put up with over this month. 😅

A big thank you to Archie, Corey, Ethan, Euan, Matt, Mosh, Ryan and our managing director Pablo Esco- I mean Edward Allen for participating.

The page is still open if you’re able to donate! https://lnkd.in/eu6XC4H3

#Movember #MensHealth #GrowAMo #SuicidePrevention #ProstateCancerAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MoBros

Did you know that on average, men will die 4.5 years earlier than women, and that this is largely from preventable reasons?

◽ Around 10.8 million men are facing life with a prostate cancer diagnosis
◽ Globally, testicular cancer is the most common cancer among young men
◽ Across the world, one man dies by suicide every minute of every day, with males accounting for 69% of all suicides

Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health. They make change by:

◽ Giving men the facts
◽ Changing behaviour for the better
◽ Creating services that work for men
◽ Uniting the brightest minds
◽ Listening to the community and advocating for men

Since 2003, Movember has funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects around the world, challenging the status quo, shaking up men’s health research and transforming the way health services reach and support men.

We are proud to announce that eight of our colleagues have signed up to the Movember challenge of growing a moustache and raising funds for men’s health.

As we enter the last two weeks of Movember, the office is filled with grumbles of “it’s really itchy” and “but it’s my birthday this weekend, I can’t go out looking like this” but our guys are still hanging in there!

If you’re able to, please make a donation to show your support, we look forward to sharing the end result with you all! 👨🏻👨🏼

https://uk.movember.com/team/2478151

An annual event that encourages individuals to practice kindness in their daily lives.

We asked our colleagues what kindness means to them:
People checking in on you 📞
Smiling at someone 🙂
Treating a stranger to a drink ☕
Being supportive and showing empathy 💕
Self-reflection 👩🏻🧑🏻
Acts where nothing is expected in return 🎁
Giving someone a compliment 🥰

We’re acknowledging the day by giving our colleagues a sweet treat with a little something sweet attached 🍬

“You cannot do kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late”

#worldkindnessday #bekind

We are delighted to announce our successful audit results against the ISO 9001 & 14001 standards, where we achieved a perfect score! “No major or minor non-conformances, and no suggested improvements”. ⭐

What are these standards about?
ISO 9001 is a globally recognized standard for quality management. It helps organizations of all sizes and sectors to improve their performance, meet customer expectations and demonstrate their commitment to quality. Its requirements define how to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve a quality management system (QMS).
Implementing ISO 9001 means your organization has put in place effective processes and trained staff to deliver flawless products or services time after time.

ISO 14001 is the internationally recognized standard for environmental management systems (EMS). It provides a framework for organizations to design and implement an EMS, and continually improve their environmental performance. By adhering to this standard, organizations can ensure they are taking proactive measures to minimize their environmental footprint, comply with relevant legal requirements, and achieve their environmental objectives. The framework encompasses various aspects, from resource usage and waste management to monitoring environmental performance and involving stakeholders in environmental commitments.”

Congratulations to the team for their continuous hard work and dedication to the business 👏🏻

We’re back! 👋🏻 Did you miss us?

We have had an absolutely jam packed Q3 and we’re just coming up for air before we jump into Q4, so we thought we’d let you know what we’ve been up to!

At the start of July, we moved into a new, much bigger, modernised office. 🏢 We were ready for an upgrade due to the increased growth we’ve had across the company this year which is continuing. We celebrated our first day with some prosecco and nibbles whilst taking our time to settle in and check out the new areas in the office with the favourite being (and still is) the breakout room complete with pool table! 🥂🎱

Along with the growth across departments, we also created new internal positions to help manage this development which the team have taken in their stride and are excelling in the new roles. 👩🏻‍💼👨🏻‍💼

To close off a successful few months, the directors treated us to a great summer party with food and drinks on tap and we were lucky to have lovely weather alongside the evening. 🌞

As we now head into the final portion of the year, we are continuing to grow our teams as the business goes from strength to strength, so if you’re looking for a new position and might be interested, please reach out and we can discuss the current roles we have available.

UT Power Limited have recently completed the installation of a 10.32kW rooftop Solar PV system for YMCA Newton Youth Centre.

Newton Youth Centre is a vibrant hub for young people and the wider community in the heart of Newtown. Services include a popular youth club, AstroTurf pitch, music projects, community space hire, dance studio, indoor hall and more. Since 2002, YMCA Fairthorne Group has grown to support over 40,000 children, young people, and families every year across Hampshire and Isle of Wight to ensure everyone has the opportunities they need to lead happy healthy lives. Thank you, YMCA, for the wonderful much needed work you do.

It has been a delight working with YMCA on this install, which will improve their green credentials by lowering their carbon footprint and provide them with around 9,587.28 kWh of 100% green, self-generated energy per annum.

Installation details:
⚡- System size – 10.32 kW
☀- Number of panels – 24 x 430w Trinasolar
🌳- CO2 emissions reduced – 4.3 tonnes per year
🔌- Annual energy generation – 9,587.28 kWh
☀- PV Panel Brand – Trina Solar Vertex S
📍- Location – hashtag#Newtown, hashtag#Southampton
🔧- Mounting Kit – Van der Valk Solar Systems
☀ – Solar- Inverter – Solis 10kW inverter with online performance monitoring

A comment from our Renewables Development Manager Matthew Cann BSc:
“We were introduced and recommended to YMCA Newton Youth Centre through their energy and carbon consultant, who we have worked closely before with other clients. Their aim was to reduce their energy consumption and their carbon footprint.

We were pleased to have been awarded the project after a selection process involving other PV companies, as we have vast experience in helping
organisations save money through the installation of Renewable/ Energy efficiency solutions and therefore decarbonising their operations. YMCA Newton Youth Centre have been a pleasure to work with and we look forward to working alongside them to improve their ever-growing green credentials.”

A massive shout out to everyone at UT Power Limited who continue to deliver excellent workmanship. Thank you to YMCA for appointing us as your installer of choice.

Do you want to follow in YMCA’s footsteps and start your green journey? Contact us today!

📞0116 366 7981
📩 [email protected]
💻 https://utilitytrade.com/

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