BEEP aimed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Durham County in cutting energy costs and emissions through comprehensive energy audits. ACE-Research, funded by the European Regional Development Fund, assessed BEEP’s impact by analysing the programme's outcomes, particularly in helping SMEs identify cost-effective energy-saving measures. The evaluation highlighted the ongoing demand for SME support in energy reduction, positioning BEEP as a foundational project for decarbonisation and a blueprint for future regional initiatives in business sustainability.