Wholesale Energy Prices Rise as January 2026 Gets Underway Wholesale gas and electricity prices have begun to rise as we move into January 2026 ( approximately 15% ) following a period where market rates were relatively low and stable. Increased winter demand, colder weather forecasts and...
“I know you may be preoccupied buying Christmas presents… but as energy prices are low, it’s probably an idea to buy your energy now.” As businesses across the UK gear up for the busy festive season, something significant is happening behind the scenes in the energy...
Why Cheap Energy Deals Can Cost You More: Lessons from Tomato Energy By Energy Smart Consultancy Ltd When Tomato Energy collapsed in 2025, thousands of customers were left dealing with confusion, transfers, and in many cases, higher tariffs than the “cheap deal” they originally signed up for. It’s...
Why Consolidating Your MOP and DC/DA Contracts With One Supplier Transforms Business Energy Management In this blog, we break down what MOP and DC/DA contracts are, why they matter, and how consolidating them with a single supplier unlocks better data, clearer insights, and smoother portfolio management,...
UK Business Energy Standing Charges Set to Rise Sharply from April 2026 Businesses across the UK are being urged to prepare for a major rise in energy standing charges from April 2026, as the costs of maintaining and upgrading the national electricity grid increase dramatically. Forecasts show...
Is Your “Fixed” Energy Contract Really Fixed? That's a great question!! Over the past year, we’ve seen a wave of changes in the energy market, new taxes, new levies, and new ways suppliers are structuring their contracts. Most recently, charges like the RAB (Regulated Asset Base) and...
Understanding the Nuclear RAB Levy & What It Means for Your Business At Energy Smart, we’re committed to helping your business navigate the evolving energy landscape. One important change for the UK energy sector is the introduction of the Nuclear Regulated Asset Base (RAB) Levy —...
Does Your Business Really Need an Energy Consultant? Many businesses ask: “Do we really need an energy consultant?” The truth is, not always—if you have the time, expertise, and patience to monitor the energy market yourself. Historically, companies waited for a contract renewal, gathered a few quotes,...
Why It’s Important to Understand Your kVA Charges. If your business has a Half-Hourly (HH) electricity meter, you’re already getting detailed insights into your energy use. But one crucial element often overlooked is your kVA charge — and it could be quietly increasing your energy costs...
Unlock Better Business Energy Deals with Group Purchasing The business energy market is currently offering favorable opportunities — and organisations are taking advantage. Over the past few years, we’ve successfully helped businesses reduce their energy costs by pre-purchasing energy contracts ahead of market peaks. Even during times...