Energy Procurement & Brokerage Service
Help businesses procure electricity and natural gas at best rates
Overview
Energy brokers earn 3-8% commission on energy contracts or $0.003-$0.01 per kWh.
Serving 100-400 business clients generates $200,000-$1,000,000 annually with 85-95% margins.
In 2025, deregulated energy markets allow businesses to choose suppliers.
Services include electricity procurement for businesses, natural gas procurement, rate analysis and comparison, contract negotiation with suppliers, renewable energy procurement, and ongoing account management.
Successful brokers understand deregulated energy markets, compare suppliers and rates, negotiate favorable terms, save clients significant costs, and earn ongoing renewal commissions.
Businesses in deregulated states as clients.
Marketing through business networking, commercial real estate, facility managers, referrals, and telemarketing.
Required Skills
- Energy Markets
- Deregulation Knowledge
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Relationships
- Sales
- Account Management
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Low startup costs
- Commission-based high margins
- Businesses save money appreciate service
- Recurring renewal commissions
- Can serve many clients simultaneously
Cons
- Only applicable in deregulated states
- Need to understand complex energy markets
- Commission-based variable income
- Supplier relationships critical
- Competitive brokerage market
How to Get Started
- Learn deregulated energy markets in your state
- Partner with energy suppliers as broker
- Develop rate comparison and analysis tools
- Market to businesses in deregulated markets
- Analyze business energy usage and rates
- Procure competitive electricity and gas contracts
- Earn commissions and manage renewals
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