Apex Pumps Energy and Sustainability Transformation

A 360° Sustainability Transformation For Apex Pumps

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Overview

Apex Pumps, a proudly British manufacturer of centrifugal pumps based in Bristol since 1988, is committed to maintaining UK manufacturing while operating as sustainably as possible. With rising energy costs and increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, Apex sought expert guidance to upgrade its energy strategy and accelerate its sustainability journey.

Advantage Utilities partnered with Apex Pumps to implement a full 360° approach, beginning with solar generation and expanding into energy procurement, carbon accounting, export agreements, and long-term sustainability planning.

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The Challenge

Apex Pumps recognised a growing need to modernise their energy strategy, reduce consumption, and embed sustainability into their operations. However:

• They lacked clarity on where to begin.
• They needed expert guidance on solar generation, energy contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• They wanted measurable reductions in both cost and carbon.
• They required a full-picture solution instead of one-off fixes.

What started as a conversation about solar panels quickly revealed a broader need for a structured, end-to-end sustainability plan.

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Our Solution

Advantage Utilities delivered a comprehensive, strategic programme designed to simplify Apex’s transition into sustainability while maximising financial and operational benefits.

Our support included:

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Solar Feasibility, Procurement & Integration

• Designed and implemented a solar strategy to supply machines and transport with green electricity.
• Delivered export agreements to optimise the value of excess solar generation.

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Smarter Energy Procurement

• Identified favourable contract structures to secure cost savings.
• Strengthened Apex’s energy position across key usage areas.

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Carbon Accounting & Reporting

• Full carbon-counting support covering everything from energy use to waste.
• Benchmarking and ongoing measurement to clearly track progress.

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Sustainability Governance & Performance Tracking

• Continuous monitoring of Apex’s sustainability journey.
• Monthly insight into cost, carbon, and consumption trends.

This holistic approach allowed Apex to see benefits quickly while building long-term resilience across their operations.

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The Results

Through Advantage Utilities’ integrated support, Apex Pumps achieved:

• 27% Reduction in Grid Energy Use (First 6 Months)
• 35% Improvement in Energy Position
• 40% Reduction in Baseline Energy Use (First Year)
• Full Visibility Using Advantage Platforms

Apex now tracks energy, waste, carbon and efficiency, operating with a level of clarity and control that was previously inaccessible.

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Client Testimonial

"Advantage Utilities really have a 360-degree approach. We came to them with our initial problem and they wrapped their arms around us and helped us through the whole process,  which is great for non-energy experts.

They gave us a clear plan, cost savings as well as energy savings, and we’ve already seen big results. In the first six months of having solar we saw a 27% reduction in energy usage from the grid. Our overall energy position has improved by 35%, and we’ve seen a 40% reduction on our baseline in the first year.

The team were responsive from day one. They knew what they were doing and explained things in a way we understood. If a business is looking for someone to hold their hand through the sustainability process, Advantage Utilities are the company to speak to. No-nonsense and incredibly helpful.”

- Andrew Simpson, Managing Director of Apex Pumps