Procure energy resources with confidence.
Energy supply decisions shape both operating costs and long-term exposure to market and regulatory risk. Bowerbird advises organizations on structuring energy supply arrangements that reflect how facilities actually consume power and how leadership intends to manage volatility over time. Our work spans conventional supply contracts as well as clean energy instruments, supporting informed decisions around price certainty, market participation, and sustainability objectives. The focus is on clarity, durability, and alignment—ensuring procurement choices support operational reality rather than short-term market signals.
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Energy Procurement FAQs
What is energy procurement, and why does it matter?
Energy procurement is the process of securing electricity and fuel supply under contract terms that align with how an organization operates and manages risk. The structure of those agreements directly affects cost stability, budget predictability, and exposure to market volatility.
How does Bowerbird support energy procurement decisions?
Bowerbird provides advisory support to help organizations evaluate supply options, contract structures, and risk tradeoffs. We focus on aligning procurement decisions with operational needs, financial objectives, and long-term energy strategy rather than short-term price signals.
Do you act as an energy broker or supplier?
No. Bowerbird operates as an independent advisor. We do not sell energy, take positions in the market, or act as a counterparty. This allows us to provide objective guidance focused solely on the client’s interests.
Can you help organizations incorporate renewable energy into procurement st
Yes. We support organizations in evaluating clean energy supply options and environmental attributes as part of broader procurement decisions, helping ensure alignment with operational realities, sustainability goals, and compliance requirements.
What types of organizations benefit most from procurement advisory support?
Organizations with meaningful energy spend, multiple facilities, or exposure to price volatility benefit most. This includes commercial and industrial operators, public-sector entities, and organizations with sustainability or emissions commitments.
How do procurement decisions interact with on-site generation or storage?
Energy supply contracts should be evaluated alongside on-site generation and battery storage to avoid misalignment. Bowerbird considers how behind-the-meter assets affect load, contract sizing, and risk exposure over time.
Do you help evaluate long-term power purchase agreements?
Yes. We help clients assess long-term energy supply agreements by examining contract structure, risk allocation, and alignment with operational and financial objectives—ensuring commitments are understood before execution.
How do you approach market risk and price volatility?
Our role is to help clients understand tradeoffs between price certainty and market exposure. Rather than recommending a single approach, we support informed decision-making based on risk tolerance, planning horizon, and operational flexibility.
Can energy procurement support sustainability or emissions goals?
Procurement decisions play a significant role in how organizations account for energy use and environmental impact. We help ensure supply strategies are compatible with stated sustainability objectives without compromising operational reliability.
When should an organization revisit its energy procurement strategy?
Procurement strategies should be revisited when operating conditions change—such as facility expansion, new on-site generation, contract expiration, or updated sustainability targets. Periodic review helps ensure supply arrangements remain appropriate over time.
How is Bowerbird different from traditional procurement consultants?
Bowerbird brings an engineering and infrastructure perspective to procurement decisions. Our guidance is informed by how facilities operate in practice, not just how contracts perform on paper.
Do you work in regulated and deregulated energy markets?
Yes. We support clients across different market structures and help them understand how regulatory frameworks affect procurement options and constraints.
What energy procurement products and strategies are typically relevant for
Fixed-price and indexed electricity supply agreements
Structured contracts designed to manage price volatility over defined terms
Renewable energy certificates and environmental attribute instruments
Long-term power purchase agreements tied to specific generation assets
Virtual power purchase agreements supporting off-site renewable supply
Load-following or block-and-index procurement structures
Hedging mechanisms aligned with operational risk tolerance
Supply strategies coordinated with on-site generation and battery storage