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3 challenges in energy procurement
... with which you are mostly alone
Energy world increasingly complex
Energy transition, bland headlines in the press, a flood of laws, self-generation, sustainability, geopolitical upheaval, rising grid fees, PPAs, ... it's hard to keep track!
Expensive and volatile energy prices
Prices on European energy exchanges have risen sharply since the beginning of the war in Ukraine and fluctuate considerably, often within just a few days. This will continue for the foreseeable future.
Different procurement models
Energy suppliers offer a wide variety of procurement models, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, along with risks and opportunities. Which is right for your company?
Why companies do not engage in professional energy procurement
Low priority
Energy procurement is not part of the core business for most companies
Not aware of risks
Decision-makers are not aware of the risks involved in their own energy procurement and what they are doing right or wrong
Too complicated
There is a perception that a tranche model is too complicated and only suitable for large corporations
No time
The decision-makers in the companies are caught up in day-to-day business and are putting off the issue
Non-specialist employees
The problem lies with employees with dangerously half-knowledge who take care of energy purchasing "on the side"
Where to start?
Decision-makers do not know how to approach the issue and who to turn to
Too expensive
There are fears that hiring external help is too expensive (spoiler: it isn't)
The solution : External Energy Procurement
... using the Energy Interest Method
What does Energy Interest do?
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Together we develop a procurement model with the appropriate risk profile for your company
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We support you throughout the year in tranche procurement (hedging)
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We take over all operational activities related to your energy supply contract
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We carry out tenders together
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All information is made available to you centrally in our in-house customer portal (procurement status, documents, meter data, stock exchange reports, etc.).
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We review your energy bills and identify opportunities to reduce the so-called ancillary energy costs
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Principle: We prepare everything, you only have to make decisions
Your benefits
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Benefit from our expertise and best practices in tranche procurement (hedging) or our proprietary approach to fixed-price procurement. We do nothing but energy procurement, day in, day out!
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We monitor the energy exchange daily and share our findings with you
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We reduce the complexity of the energy market so that you can make independent decisions
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We have your back and relieve you or your employees
- We maintain diverse contacts with established energy suppliers with advantageous tariffs
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We know what is important in tenders and in dealing with energy suppliers and network operators
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Cost control through a flat monthly price - with a clear make-or-buy result
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With most existing customers we pay ourselves directly or indirectly several times
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No commission agreements with energy suppliers
15 years of energy experience
My name is Michael Bayr, and I am your external energy procurement specialist. I have been involved in energy-related topics for more than 15 years, and for the past seven years, I have been exclusively and passionately dedicated to energy procurement for businesses.
I have worked with renowned companies in the energy sector, including energy suppliers such as Stadtwerke München, Energie Südbayern, and Trianel, as well as consulting firms like BET and the Energy Economics Group. I gained my first experience as an energy trader at Syneco Trading. Later, I spent many years as the energy buyer for the Munich-based conglomerate Schörghuber Group, known for, among others, the Paulaner Brewery.
As for my formal qualifications, I can offer the following credentials:
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Certified Banker (IHK)
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Industrial Engineer specializing in Energy Economics (M.Sc. RWTH)
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Energy Auditor (Bafa)
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European Energy Manager (IHK)
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Portfolio Manager (BDEW)
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I hold exchange trading licenses for the energy exchanges EEX, Epex Spot, and EXAA. Additionally, I conduct a course at IHK Schwaben on the topic of "Procurement of Electricity and Gas for SMEs."
Feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile or get in touch with me. I am always open to professional discussions with other energy procurement specialists, portfolio managers, or traders.
References
We have experience with the following use cases of all sizes, from small single locations to conglomerates with hundreds of consumption points. We manage a four-digit number of meters and over three-digit GWh of electricity and gas.
Manufacturing companies, real estate companies/investors, property management companies, retail chains, data centers, administrative buildings, leisure facilities, logistics centers, hotels, restaurants, parking garages, shopping centers (and much more)
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