The UK energy market remains challenging and volatile in 2025, with price movements and regulatory shifts directly impacting energy-intensive industries like metals recycling. As businesses work hard to balance cost control with sustainability goals, understanding how these trends affect your operations is more important than ever.

What’s happening in the energy market?

Wholesale energy prices remain unpredictable

Global events, supply chain constraints, and regulatory pressures continue to impact wholesale energy prices. Businesses renewing contracts at the wrong time risk overpaying by up to 30%. Understanding when and how to secure the best rates is key to protecting your bottom line.

The push for decarbonisation is accelerating

Metals recycling businesses are on the frontlines of the circular economy—but even so, the sector is under growing pressure to reduce carbon emissions and demonstrate sustainability leadership. Future-proofing your energy strategy is essential to meeting these expectations.

Hidden energy costs often go unnoticed

Many businesses in the metals recycling sector unknowingly overpay for energy due to incorrect billing, meter issues, or outdated contract terms. A forensic audit can uncover these errors and secure refunds or savings that directly impact your bottom line.

How can Enexus Energy help BMRA members?

Through our continued partnership, BMRA members have access to specialist support from Enexus, including:

• Energy Market Insights: Stay ahead of trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Forensic Audits: Identify and recover overpayments, some members have saved thousands.
• Procurement Expertise: Ensure your contracts are competitive, fair, and timed to market conditions.
• Sustainability Support: Build a robust strategy to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency

Together, we can save time, money, and carbon.

Energy costs are a significant challenge for BMRA members. By working with Enexus, you can take control of your energy strategy, improve sustainability, and focus on what you do best, keeping valuable materials in circulation and contributing to a greener, more sustainable economy.

To find out how Enexus Energy can support your business, get in touch today - https://enexusenergy.co.uk/services/british-metal-recycling-association-enexus-energy/