This is a really quick update. I just wanted to let folks know that I’ve updated the Energy Cost Calculator. It’s now a bit more streamlined, with only the one multipage form (rather than the three from before) and updated calculations to make them more accurate.
You can find the latest version of the form here. If you think I’m missing something or something isn’t quite right. Let me know in the comments below.
Jim, with a vibrant career spanning 18 years in Customer Services and Event Production, has been on an exhilarating journey. From working in venues across the UK to being the go-to techie for some of his favorite bands, Jim’s passion for live events shines through.
He honed his skills at East Riding College, where he earned a BA in Contemporary Media, Design, and Production. These days, while he may not be as active in the live events industry, Jim keeps a watchful eye on the scene. His dream? To establish his own production house, championing local homegrown talent.
When he’s not immersed in the world of events, Jim enjoys family life with his wife and two children. And every now and then, he gets to share his intriguing discoveries through blog posts.
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