Overview
Sound energy management is a prerequisite for success in today’s economic environment. Across business and industry there is an urgent need to accelerate energy efficiency projects to reduce energy consumption and costs. Business Connexion is uniquely placed to assist. Leveraging decades of experience and deep industry insights, we manage the length and breadth of the energy management process, providing fully integrated Energy Efficiency solutions. Business Connexion is an Eskom-approved ESCO (Energy Services Company), and the only company in South Africa that has an Industrial Solutions division that readily understands customers’ needs in this category. Through the implementation of Energy Efficiency solutions organisations across the spectrum can benefit from: 

• A reduced carbon footprint 
• Energy savings 
• Cost savings 
• Positive reputational impacts 
• Enhanced business sustainability 

Why Business Connexion 
At Business Connexion, we believe that an innovative and holistic approach to managing energy efficiency plays a vital role in the success of your company. 

1. Experience 
We have a wealth of experience and proven expertise across industry sectors. Business Connexion is the only company in South Africa that has an Industrial Solutions division that readily understands customers’ needs in this category and we have a solid background in optimising, managing and monitoring systems and networks in this environment. 


2. Delivery 
Our track record spans over 30 years and our world-class project management methodologies ensure all projects are executed according to exacting standards. 


3. Relationships 
We understand Service Management, vendor and third party management and are contracted with best-of-breed suppliers. 


Specific services 
Our integrated service portfolio includes: 


1. Energy Audits and Assessments 
Our comprehensive audit processes investigate where and how energy is being consumed in your environment - assisting you with a big picture view encompassing your entire facility or operations and all related aspects. Our assessment reports include an inventory of all energy components and our recommended course of action. You can be sure that all of the equipment and technology recommendations included in our assessments are vendor-agnostic and specifically prescribed to meet your energy efficiency needs.


2. Financing and Eskom Funding Applications 
We can assist with advice and finance plans to enable your energy efficiency investments. Where Eskom funding is required, Business Connexion compiles and submits all reporting and tracks the approval process on your behalf, coordinating all documentation. 


3. Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Technology 
Once a project has been approved, Business Connexion procures all equipment and technologies that need to be installed. Our skilled team ensures that all aspects are installed and commissioned to meet your energy efficiency objectives. 


4. Maintenance and Measurement of Projects 
Business Connexion has the background and experience to maintain and measure your energy efficiency projects on an on-going basis. We ensure that your initiatives continue to deliver in line with expectations.

Case Study: Energy Efficiency in the hospitality industry