Could Your Business Be Eligible for a Climate Change Levy (CCL) Review?
Published by Durham Energy Partners
With energy prices continuing to impact businesses across the UK, many organisations are looking for ways to reduce costs. One area that is often overlooked is Climate Change Levy (CCL).
Depending on the type of business you operate and how energy is used within your organisation, you may be entitled to relief from CCL or be able to review whether you've been charged correctly.
What is Climate Change Levy (CCL)?
Climate Change Levy is a UK government tax charged on electricity, gas and certain other fuels supplied to businesses and the public sector.
The levy was introduced to encourage businesses to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. While many organisations simply pay the levy as part of their energy bills, some businesses may qualify for relief or exemptions depending on their activities.
Which businesses may qualify?
Eligibility depends on how energy is used within your business and the relevant rules that apply. Businesses operating in sectors such as:
Manufacturing
Engineering
Food production
Cold storage
Recycling
Chemicals
Glass
Ceramics
Metal processing
Other energy-intensive industries
may benefit from a review of their CCL position.
Every business is different, so eligibility should always be assessed on an individual basis.
How much could a business recover?
The value of any reclaim depends on factors such as energy consumption, eligibility and the period under review.
Some businesses may find there is no reclaim available, while others may recover thousands of pounds. In larger cases, successful reclaims can exceed £100,000, although every case is different.
How does the review work?
At Durham Energy Partners, we aim to make the process as straightforward as possible.
Typically, all we need initially is a recent electricity bill.
From there we will:
Review your eligibility.
Assess your electricity charges.
Identify whether a potential reclaim may exist.
Explain any findings clearly.
Manage the process from start to finish if you decide to proceed.
If no reclaim is available, we'll simply let you know.
Why have a review?
Many businesses have never had their Climate Change Levy position assessed. A review can provide reassurance that you're being charged correctly and identify any opportunities where savings or reclaims may be available.
Speak to Durham Energy Partners
If you'd like us to carry out a no-obligation review, simply send us a recent electricity bill.
We'll assess your eligibility and come back to you with our findings, explaining any potential opportunities and the next steps.
Durham Energy Partners
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