Energy savings for companies
Learn how companies can save energy, reduce costs and adopt practices that strengthen competitiveness and sustainability.
Climate crises and environmental challenges have increasingly impacted the energy generation process and, consequently, the value of the bill at the end of the month. Rethinking energy consumption not only reduces a company's operating costs, but also promotes energy efficiency, aligning the business with sustainable practices.
What is energy efficiency?
Energy efficiency means using the least amount of energy possible to perform the same activities, without compromising productivity or performance.
For companies, this can mean everything from replacing equipment with more modern and economical versions to implementing policies that encourage more conscious consumption habits among employees.
Why should companies save energy?
By adopting practices that promote energy savings, companies not only contribute to the environment, but also pave the way for significant improvements in several areas — ranging from resource optimization to innovation:
Reducing operating costs
Reducing energy consumption generates significant savings in monthly expenses, allowing resources to be allocated to other areas of the company.
Strengthening the company's image
Energy efficiency actions improve the perception of the public, customers and investors, showing that the company is aligned with important environmental values.
Innovation and growth
Savings generated by energy efficiency can be reinvested in innovation, expansion and other areas that promote business growth.
Employee engagement
Encouraging the conscious use of energy within the company promotes a culture of responsibility and commitment among employees.
Practical energy saving tips for companies
There are several actions that companies can implement to save energy efficiently and without compromising the performance of their operations:
Efficient lighting
Replacing old light bulbs with low-consumption LED models is an effective measure. Installing motion sensors and taking advantage of natural light to automatically control lighting helps to use energy more intelligently.
Energy management
Some energy providers, such as Neoenergia, offer advanced energy management solutions that allow you to monitor and control consumption in real time. This makes it possible to identify areas of high consumption and take measures to reduce waste, optimizing energy use.
Thermal insulation
Investing in improvements to the building's insulation, such as double-glazed windows and insulation in the walls and roof, helps to reduce heat loss in the winter and prevents excessive heat gain in the summer. This generates savings in heating and cooling systems.
Equipment efficiency
Replacing old equipment with more modern and efficient models, such as office machines and heating and cooling systems, reduces energy consumption without compromising quality and productivity.
Free Energy Market and cost reduction for companies
After implementing more basic savings practices, small and medium-sized companies can join the Free Energy Market as a strategy to further increase efficiency and reduce costs. It offers the opportunity to have more control over consumption and negotiate more advantageous supply conditions.
In this model, which has become increasingly popular in Brazil, companies can choose their own energy suppliers and make agreements directly with generators and traders, ensuring contracts that are more suited to their needs.
The benefits include greater flexibility in supply, more competitive prices and the possibility of opting for renewable sources, contributing to a more sustainable energy matrix.
Why save energy?
Although companies in the electricity sector already invest in cleaner and more sustainable sources, part of the country's energy is still generated through fossil fuels, which emit greenhouse gases and intensify climate change. As energy consumption increases, more pollutants are released, intensifying the damage to the environment.
The more efficient use of energy not only reduces dependence on natural resources, but also decreases the emissions of these gases, contributing to the decarbonization process. For this reason, it is important that consumers also participate in this change of habit, monitor and control their own energy expenditures.
In addition to the environmental benefits, the adoption of energy efficiency practices reflects positively on the monthly budget, as electricity bill amounts are more affordable.
How to calculate the amount of monthly energy consumption?
Calculating the monthly amount of energy expenses is important to promote conscious consumption and manage finances in a responsible manner. This account allows consumers to better understand their standards and take steps to optimize energy efficiency in their homes or businesses.
Every month, the energy meter is read to find out the consumption in kWh. The monthly expense is calculated by the difference between the current month's reading and the previous month's reading. It is listed in the “Statement of Consumption of this Invoice” field on the consumer's energy bill.
How is the amount charged on the energy bill calculated?
The amount of the electricity tariff is determined by ANEEL - National Electric Energy Agency. The amount charged for monthly consumption is calculated by multiplying the amount of consumption in the month by the amount of the Energy Tariff with taxes. The total taxes charged are listed at the end of the invoice in the “Tax Information” field, in the ICMS, PIS, and COFINS items.
Energy tariff flags
Energy tariff flags are used by the electricity sector to signal to consumers the conditions of energy generation and the costs associated with this process in monthly bills.
A large part of the electricity consumed by Brazilians comes from hydroelectric dams. However, in times of low rainfall, reservoir levels are lower than expected and it is necessary to activate other energy sources, such as thermoelectric plants powered by oil or coal, whose generation cost is more expensive. That's when the tariff flags appear on the electricity bill.