In the UK do I have to have a smart meter for my business?
In the UK, businesses are not legally required to have a smart meter, but energy suppliers are obligated to offer them under the Smart Meter Installation Code of Practice (SMICoP). Key Points for Businesses: No Legal Obligation – Unlike some domestic energy policies, businesses cannot be forced to accept a smart meter. Supplier Push – Energy suppliers must take […]
Why should businesses avoid deemed rates for energy?
This is a critical question for businesses looking to control costs. Here’s a detailed breakdown of why businesses should avoid deemed rates for energy. In short: Deemed rates are the most expensive and unfavorable energy contracts a business can be placed on. They are a penalty for inaction and come with zero benefits for the […]
Will we rely on gas imports for heating from 2027 as North Sea output declines?
The UK’s reliance on gas imports for heating from 2027 will likely increase as North Sea output declines, but the exact level of dependency will depend on several factors: Declining North Sea Production – The UK has been a net importer of gas since the mid-2000s as domestic reserves deplete. By 2027, further declines in North […]
What do UK Energy Suppliers want from businesses when doing a change of tenancy?
When handling a change of tenancy (COT) in the UK, energy suppliers typically require specific information from businesses to ensure a smooth transition of the energy account. Here’s what suppliers usually ask for: New Tenant/Landlord Details Full business name Contact person & phone number Email address Correspondence/billing address Company registration number (if applicable) Property & Supply Information […]
What do UK Energy Suppliers want from businesses when doing a change of tenancy?
When handling a change of tenancy (COT) in the UK, energy suppliers typically require specific information from businesses to ensure a smooth transition of the energy account. Here’s what suppliers usually ask for: New Tenant/Landlord Details Full business name Contact person & phone number Email address Correspondence/billing address Company registration number (if applicable) Property & Supply Information […]
What happens to my Electric, Gas, Water and Telecoms contracts during lock-down?
We hope you are keeping well during these unprecedented times and you may be asking what happens to my Electric, Gas, Water and Telecoms contracts? Hopefully we can answer some of your questions as we understand these are extremely challenging times for most businesses in the UK and around the world. As we have clients […]
Benefits for Business Energy in the time of Crisis, now or at the Other Side
General Update, we are here to help and are there any benefits for business on the other side of this crisis? I would like to take a moment to wish you all the very best in these challenging times. The first priority for us is the well-being of our clients, our team at the office […]
***DCP161 SCAM – Please read, be vigilant to calls and emails***
The DCP161 Scam You receive a call about DCP161. This is a new measure from Ofgem that came into effect in April 2018, so it actually exists. However, fraudsters are using it to panic businesses into giving them their meter information. DCP161 is only relevant to Half Hourly electricity meters. It introduces excess capacity charges for these meters. […]