Guides and blogs
Energy Solutions guides and blogs offer a go-to resource for clear, practical advice on managing business energy more efficiently. Whether you’re reviewing your current contract or trying to cut long-term costs, our expert-written guides are here to give you clear, practical support.
Managing business energy can be time-consuming, especially with ever-changing tariffs, regulations, and sustainability targets. That’s why we’ve built a dedicated library of resources tailored to the challenges businesses face every day. From choosing the right supplier and understanding contract types to improving efficiency and going green, our guides cover it all.
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Climate Change Levy (CCL): The Complete UK Business Guide (2026)
If your business energy bill has ever made you pause and think, “Wait… what is...
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Wholesale Gas Market Trends 2025/26: What’s Driving Prices and What Comes Next
Gas prices are doing that thing again. You know, the financial equivalent of saying “I’m...
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How to Find Your MPRN Number: 6 Easy Methods
Knowing how to find your MPRN number is essential when switching gas suppliers or setting...
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Business Gas Rates UK: What You Should Be Paying in 2026 and How to Stop Overpaying
Most UK businesses are paying higher business gas prices than they actually need to.The frustrating...
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Why Business Energy Prices Keep Rising. And What UK Businesses Can Actually Do About It
Here’s a conversation that happens at Energy Solutions almost every week. A business owner calls...
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Fixed vs. Variable Business Electricity: The Complete Guide for UK Businesses (2026)
Choosing a business energy tariff sounds simple… until you realise it can quietly add thousands...
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Big Six Energy Suppliers in the UK: The Complete 2026 Guide
Guess what? Octopus Energy just made history by becoming the UK’s largest energy supplier, officially...
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Understanding Wholesale Energy Markets: How Electricity Trading Powers the Grid
The wholesale energy market is where electricity is bought and sold in bulk before reaching...
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The Future of UK Business Energy Prices: Market Trends, Forecasts and Policy Impact (2026–2030)
Executive Summary The UK business energy landscape faces a critical transformation period between 2026 and...
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Best UK Energy Suppliers 2026: Compare Rates, Reviews & Top 20 List
Are you looking to find the best energy suppliers for your home or business but...
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What does net zero mean for a company?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 min read Last Updated November 13, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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Why is net zero important?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 min read Last Updated November 06, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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How to reduce energy consumption in business
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How to compare energy tariffs for small businesses in the UK
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How to avoid voltage drop
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 min read Last Updated September 01, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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What happens when your voltage drops?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 5 min read Last Updated August 16, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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Are variable energy tariffs worth it?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 5 min read Last Updated August 15, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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What is a fixed energy tariff?
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What is voltage drop?
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What is kVA?
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Should I get a smart meter?
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Is voltage optimisation worth it?
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What energy sources are renewable?
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How to understand your energy bills
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How to read a smart meter
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What is voltage optimisation?
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How much of the UK’s energy is renewable?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 6 mins read Last Updated January 16, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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What does ‘standing charge’ mean on an electricity bill?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 mins read Last Updated January 16, 2025 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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What is voltage?
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What is a smart meter?
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What is renewable energy?
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What does ‘in credit’ mean on your energy bill?
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How to reduce energy usage
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Can I cancel my energy switch?
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 5 min read Last Updated Septamber 07, 2024 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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How to calculate the energy cost of an appliance
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Should I switch energy suppliers?
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How to calculate energy usage?
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How To Switch Business Energy Supplier?
Switching Energy Supplier: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide Switching energy suppliers might seem like a hassle,...
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Navigating the UK Business Energy Market: Unveiling the Top 5 Energy Comparison Sites
Navigating the UK Business Energy Market: Unveiling the Top 5 Energy Comparison Sites In my...
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Power Up Your Profits: The Ultimate Guide to Business Electricity Tariff Comparison with Energy Solutions (ES)
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 min read Last Updated Jan 23, 2024 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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Powering Profits: Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Business Energy Broker
Abdullah Shoaib Managing Director 4 min read Last Updated Jan 17, 2024 Abdullah Shoaib Managing...
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Unlock Savings: Why Business Energy Comparison Is Vital
Importance of Business Energy Comparison The importance of business energy comparison cannot be overstated in...
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Why you need an experienced Broker for switching Suppliers?
Why you need an experienced Broker for switching Suppliers? Before agreeing on a contract, contact...
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Information you need to switch business energy
Information you need to switch business energy It’s useful to have the following information: Your...
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Determine the Right Time to Change Your Business Energy Provider
Determine the Right Time to Change Your Business Energy Provider You can typically explore the...
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The new energy price cap level starts today
The new energy price cap level starts today Update from OFGEMStarting from October 1, 2023, energy suppliers...
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Changes to energy price cap between 1 October to 31 December 2023
Changes to energy price cap between 1 October to 31 December 2023 The maximum allowable...
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Navigating the Realm of Utilities: Helpful Guides and Tips
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