Forensic Energy Cost Audit


PCMG offer Forensic Energy Cost Audits and associated services to help manage a business’s energy costs and help to save them money.

The complexity of gas and electricity invoices can be overwhelming at times. Incorrect billing is a well-known issue within the utilities industry, and providers do have measures in place to try to prevent inaccuracies. Despite this, there are some common issues that cause billing errors for businesses of all shapes and sizes. PCMG can identify any overcharges and uncover refunds owed, boosting cashflow.

Did you know that most forensic energy costs recovery audits are carried out without the need to visit site?

Energy is a big priority for most businesses across the UK and rising costs are having a huge impact on growth and plans to achieve net zero. PCMG can help with this. By undertaking a Forensic Cost Audit, not only will you be able to check that you’re being billed correctly, but any refunds and ongoing savings can be offset against any future cost rises.

How does our audit process work?


  • Step One – Data Collection: Up to 6 years of electricity, gas, water, and telecoms invoices are collected
  • Step Two – Data Analysis: We will identify opportunities for refunds and savings
  • Step Three - Reporting: We will outline our recommendations based on feedback and analysis
  • Step Four - Recovery: With your approval, we will pursue the opportunities identified



See our auditing service in action…

PCMG help clients recover their overcharges, evaluate, and take control of their spending on their telecom’s services.



Take control again and recover outstanding refunds


PCMG’s experts have built an extensive process of data collection, data analysis, reporting and recovery. This helps to examine and explore various errors which need rectifying. Any issues that are often missed or overlooked by service providers are corrected straight away.

To add reassurance, our business model is also built entirely around contingent fees, positioning us as a genuine stakeholder in your success, ensuring that we are always working towards a shared goal.

“PCMG has a unique and innovative approach to energy cost analysis. They were able to identify a significant saving using their in-depth knowledge of the UK’s energy networks and related policies.”

Dr. John Brenton
Sustainability Manager

Case Studies



Hull City Council

Hull City Council provides a range of services to over 259,000 people and has a diverse estate including office buildings, leisure facilities, libraries, housing and schools.

PCMG recovered electricity refunds totaling £140,000 and gas refunds totaling £33,950, securing a total recovery of £173,950 for the council.


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Textiles Manufacturer

PCMG were commissioned by a large textiles’ manufacturer based in the Midlands to undertake an audit on their energy and water costs and to identify any ongoing cost reduction opportunities.

PCMG enabled an ongoing saving of over £200k per annum and secured an instant refund of £25k for the client.



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Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

The Trust runs Good Hope, Heartlands, Solihull, and Queen Elizabeth hospitals in Birmingham and the West Midlands.



To date PCMG have secured refunds totaling £245,100 have been recovered, with an annual saving of £229,530 secured going forward.


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