TNUoS Residual Charges Set to Rise Sharply, What Businesses Should Expect From 2026 From April 2026, UK businesses will face a major increase in electricity network costs. The fixed portion of Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS) charges, known as residual charges is forecast to nearly...
Renewable Technologies Transforming the Future of Business Energy. As businesses strive to reduce costs and meet sustainability targets, renewable technologies are playing an increasingly vital role in reshaping how energy is generated and consumed. From solar panels to biomethane gas, today’s technologies offer practical, scalable solutions that...
Why More UK Businesses Are Switching to Renewable Energy in 2026. Businesses across the UK are accelerating their transition to renewable energy as sustainability moves from a “nice to have” to a commercial necessity. With growing pressure from customers, investors, and regulators, organisations are now recognising...
Energy Market Update: Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen energy prices rise as global tensions continue to impact supply chains, alongside ongoing restrictions and uncertainty in gas markets. These factors have created short-term volatility across the wholesale energy market, particularly affecting contracts with immediate or...
Wholesale energy prices surged sharply this morning as geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East. Gas prices jumped significantly, day-ahead contracts rose 16% to 156.50p/th, April 2026 gas climbed 17% to 158.70p/th, and summer 2026 gas surged 21% to 149.25p/th. Compared with roughly a month ago, wholesale...
Energy Prices Climb as Iran Conflict Spurs Supply Fears Global oil and gas markets have seen sharp price increases over the past few days as escalating conflict involving Iran raises concern over energy supplies. Wholesale crude prices jumped in response to attacks that have disrupted Middle Eastern...
Wholesale Energy Prices Rise Amid Global Uncertainty Wholesale gas and electricity prices have moved higher as markets respond to a combination of winter demand, weather-related supply pressures and growing global uncertainty. Colder conditions have increased heating demand, tightening gas supply and pushing prices upward. As gas continues...
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...