Small Business Energy Savings

The bottom line matters to small business owners. Making small business energy savings improvements is one way to increase your profit margin. From energy-saving office outdoor lighting to talking to employees about how to save energy, we’ve got small energy saving tips that can help you take your small business to the next level and feel good about your energy consumption while you’re at it.

Choosing the best generator for small business use.

Choosing an Energy-Efficient Generator for Your Small Business

Choosing a generator for a small business is a key decision. When the power goes out, your business operations can suddenly come to a halt.

2026 budgeting and forecasting for small businesses.

Small Business Budgeting and Forecasting for 2026

Budgeting for your small business in advance of 2026 will help prepare you for the coming challenges. Rising costs, regulatory changes, tariffs, supply chain challenges and an evolving competitive landscape make the future hard to predict.

Why are energy costs rising in 2025 in America?

Why Are Small Business Energy Costs Rising in 2025?

Your small business may be feeling the effects of rising energy costs in 2025. Higher utility rates combined with temperature extremes that lead to increased air conditioner and heater use are causing noticeable energy cost increases for many businesses.

How to improve inventory management.

Inventory Management Tips for Small Businesses

Good inventory management in a small business is vital for satisfying customers, controlling costs and supporting profitable growth. However, supply chain disruptions and new tariffs — over 17% on average — are making it tougher to manage effectively.

Benefits of investing in commercial EV charging stations.

Benefits of EV Charging Stations for Your Business

Consider the advantages of EV charging stations for your business. You will do more than offer convenience to EV drivers.

Small business budgeting for emergencies.

Small Business Budgeting for Emergencies

Small business budgeting for emergencies prepares your company for the unexpected. When a natural disaster, disruption in your supply chain, civil unrest or sudden change in consumer demand strikes, you don’t want your company to be financially vulnerable.

Benefits of local sourcing for your business.

Benefits of Local Sourcing for Your Business

Local sourcing is becoming increasingly appealing to small businesses, as relying on distant suppliers can expose you to tariffs, supply chain disruptions and high shipping costs that threaten both operations and profitability. Local sourcing can help lower your business’s carbon footprint, too.

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Top sustainability certifications for small businesses.

Top Sustainability Certifications for Small Businesses

Sustainability certifications are an indispensable tool for small businesses. Being able to demonstrate your achievements in caring for the environment and in social responsibility establishes trust, differentiates you from competitors, builds your reputation and potentially creates opportunities for business growth.

Tips for sustainable ecommerce.

8 Tips for Sustainable E-commerce

Consumers value sustainable e-commerce when they are deciding where to buy. 85% of consumers have changed where they purchase products in the last five years, favoring online retailers with more eco-friendly e-commerce practices.

Workplace trends for 2025.

Workplace Trends for 2025

Many forces are driving workplace trends for 2025. They may affect how your business operates, your productivity, profitability and even your competitive edge.

Which types of small businesses use the most electricity?

What Small Businesses Use the Most Electricity?

When considering small businesses that use a lot of electricity, you will find tremendous variation from industry to industry. Government agencies don’t specifically track what small businesses use the most electricity, but by looking at Department of Energy numbers for industries in general, you can assume small businesses will track along industry lines.

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