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15/17 Suny Jigide Street, By Celestial Way, Ogudu Lagos.
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02 Jul, 2025
Posted by Samuel Matthew
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Cut Your Power Bills in Lagos: Why an Energy Audit Is the Smartest Move

Lagos is the commercial heart of Nigeria and one of the most energy-challenged. Between erratic grid supply, high diesel costs, and inefficient equipment, many businesses bleed money on energy without even realizing it.

If you’re a facility manager, factory owner, or power systems engineer struggling with rising power costs, there’s one proven solution you should prioritize:  An Energy Audit.

It’s not just a technical exercise; it’s a strategic cost-saving tool.

What Is an Energy Audit?

An energy audit is a comprehensive assessment of how power is consumed in your facility. It identifies:

Where energy is being wasted

What systems or equipment are under-performing

What changes can save you money

Audits go beyond just looking at your electricity bills; they involve site measurements, equipment analysis, generator performance checks, power factor reviews, and staff usage patterns.

Why Energy Audits Matter in Lagos

In Lagos, businesses typically operate with a hybrid energy model:

Unreliable grid supply, diesel generators that are expensive to run, and sometimes solar backups for light loads.

This setup leads to hidden inefficiencies, such as:

Generators running at low efficiency

Air leaks in compressors

Poor power factor penalties

Lighting loads that are outdated

Equipment running during idle hours

Without an audit, these issues remain invisible and costly.

Top Benefits of an Energy Audit

  1. Lower Energy Bills

Most businesses save 10–30% after implementing audit recommendations.

  1. Better Generator Efficiency

Diesel costs are rising. An audit helps reduce diesel consumption per kWh.

  1. Improved Power Factor

Correcting a poor power factor can eliminate utility surcharges.

  1. Equipment Longevity

Efficient operation means less wear and fewer breakdowns.

  1. Data-Driven Investment
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Use actual energy data to justify capital upgrades like VFDs, solar, or LED retrofits.

What Does an Energy Audit Involve?

Utility Bill & Fuel Log Review

On-site Inspection & Equipment Inventory

Load Measurement & Profiling

Generator Load Analysis & Fuel Testing

Power Factor & Harmonics Review

Lighting, HVAC & Air Compressor Audit

Thermal Imaging (optional)

Action Plan with ROI Estimates

The Core-Power Engineer’s Role

At Core-Power Engineers, we are not just technicians; we are strategic energy leaders.

Our knowledge of load balancing, generator efficiency, and control systems can unlock real savings.
Our insight into power factor, VFDs, and energy behavior can improve plant performance.
our influence can shift management’s focus from “more power” to “smart power.”

Need a structured power audit?
Core-Power Engineers Nigeria offers step-by-step energy audit support, from data logging to analysis to reporting.

Contact us now for consultation on a power audit.

Call / WhatsApp (+234) 9130003339 (Office)

(+234) 9090000998 (Appointments)

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