Business batting for England

The npower Ashes series is here, and as well as Strauss and co., the npower energy team will also be on tour, bringing energy efficiency advice to small businesses across the country.

These aren't just any businesses though, they are small companies who are integral to the npower Ashes series, whether they supply the venues, or provide entertainment for cricket fans. We're talking about the local contractors, pubs, hotels and manufacturers that are vital to the Ashes experience.

Check back here during the series to see testimonials of some of the businesses we've helped out with energy advice, and how much money they could save as a result:

Cardiff - CommsCreative

Birmingham - Logomotif

Yorkshire - Butlers Hotel

In the meantime, to see how you can start saving energy today, please take a look at our e3 pages. So don’t be 'hit for six' - save up to 10% on energy costs (see what we did there?).

We've also called up former England cricket captain Alec Stewart to bat for this campaign.  Since he retired from cricket, Alec has been involved in several business ventures, so knows how important energy efficiency is to save costs and reduce carbon emissions. And he also knows a thing or two about cricket, so he can give his tips for Ashes success too. Hear what he has to say: