What’s happened? 

Amber Energy has entered administration, leaving many businesses without ongoing support for energy contracts management. 

The key concern is not energy supply, but loss of visibility and control over energy contracts, data, billing and procurement. 

Are you at risk? 

Energy supply itself will continue as normal, as contracts are held directly with suppliers. 

However, where an energy consultant was managing contracts, procurement, or data, businesses may now face gaps in: 

• Energy contract visibility 

• Renewal planning 

• Invoice validation and billing accuracy 

• Data access 

• Ongoing procurement and market monitoring 

These gaps can quickly create exposure to higher energy costs and unmanaged contract risk if not identified and addressed early. 

Key risks to consider: 

Without active oversight, organisations may be exposed to: 

• Out-of-contract rates and higher energy costs 

• Incorrect, not-validated invoices be it flexible or fixed  

• Missed renewals or unmanaged procurement 

• Loss of access to billing and consumption data 

• Limited visibility of energy expenditure, CO2e reporting, and compliance 

For businesses using flexible procurement, unmanaged trading positions may also increase exposure to market volatility. 

What should you do now? 

The priority is to quickly regain control and visibility across your energy contracts, data, and procurement. 

This includes: 

• Confirming your current suppliers and contract positions 

• Reviewing purchase and sell targets if in flexible contracts 

• Securing access to contracts, invoices, and energy data 

• Reviewing upcoming renewals and procurement timelines 
• Ensuring clear authority and oversight moving forward 

Acting early helps reduce exposure to unnecessary energy costs and procurement risk. 

How CES can support 

At CES, we are experts in fixed and flexible procurement since 2008. We help businesses understand their current energy position, energy trading strategy, keep contracts and procurement under control, and reduce energy costs without disrupting supply. 

Unsure where you stand? We’ll quickly assess your position and highlight any risks or cost exposure. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or call us on 0203 157 1020.