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Business Energy Prices UK 2026: Compare Gas & Electricity Quotes

Quick Answer

Business energy prices aren’t set by one standard UK tariff. The price your business pays for electricity and gas depends on its annual usage, meter, location, contract length, credit profile, supplier and when you agree the contract.

As a broad 2026 comparison guide:

Business Energy Cost 2026 Guide
Business electricity unit rate Often around 18p-32p+ per kWh
Business gas unit rate Often around 5p–11p+ per kWh
Electricity standing charge Can range from around 40p to £1.50+ per day
Gas standing charge Can range from around 30p to £1.20+ per day
Small business annual energy cost Often £1,500-£6,000+, depending heavily on usage
Medium/high-usage business Often £6,000-£20,000+ and potentially considerably higher

These are comparison guide ranges, not live market quotes.

Business energy contracts are normally priced individually because two businesses using the same number of kWh can receive different quotes.

Your quote can be affected by:

  • annual electricity and gas consumption
  • postcode and supply region
  • meter type
  • half-hourly settlement
  • business type
  • credit profile
  • contract start date
  • contract length
  • wholesale energy markets
  • supplier
  • broker commission where applicable
  • green energy requirements
  • standing charges and pass-through costs

Our view: don’t try to find the “cheapest business energy supplier” from a generic price table.

Use your latest bill and compare total estimated annual cost using exactly the same annual kWh consumption.

That exposes expensive standing charges, commissions and other costs that can be hidden by an attractive headline unit rate.

Get tailored quotes for your business

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Key Takeaways

  • UK business energy prices are usually quote-based rather than one published tariff available to every business.
  • Your electricity and gas prices depend on usage, location, meter, credit profile, contract length and market conditions.
  • Business energy contracts are not protected by the domestic Ofgem energy price cap.
  • A business contract can last for up to five years.
  • There is generally no cooling-off period once you agree a business energy contract, including contracts agreed over the phone.
  • Businesses can have additional regulatory protections if they meet Ofgem’s definitions of a microbusiness or Small Business.
  • Deemed and out-of-contract tariffs can apply when you don’t have an agreed fixed contract and can be expensive.
  • Don’t compare only the unit rate. Compare the estimated total annual cost.
  • Ask brokers exactly how they are paid and whether commission is incorporated into your energy price.
  • From 1 April 2026, the main Climate Change Levy rate is 0.801p/kWh for both electricity and natural gas where CCL applies.
  • From 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027, qualifying electricity supplies in Great Britain temporarily attract 0% VAT instead of the usual reduced 5% rate.
  • The temporary electricity VAT change can include qualifying small businesses already eligible for reduced-rate energy VAT.
  • Starting the comparison before your existing contract expires gives you more time to evaluate suppliers and avoid default rates.

 

Contents

  • Business Energy Prices UK 2026
  • How Business Energy Pricing Works
  • Business Electricity Prices
  • Business Gas Prices
  • How to Calculate Your Business Energy Bill
  • How to Compare Business Energy Quotes
  • Business Energy Contract Types
  • Deemed & Out-of-Contract Rates
  • Microbusiness & Small Business Rules
  • Business Energy Brokers
  • VAT & Climate Change Levy
  • When Should You Compare Energy?
  • Business Energy Costs by Sector
  • Small Business Energy
  • High-Usage Business Energy
  • Green Business Energy
  • Moving Business Premises
  • Business Energy Suppliers
  • How to Reduce Business Energy Costs
  • Common Business Energy Mistakes
  • Our View
  • Business Energy FAQs
  • Compare Business Energy Quotes
  • Related Business Energy Guides

 

How Do We Work?

Our comparisons are researched and reviewed by the Compare Your Business Costs editorial team using supplier information, official UK guidance and business buying criteria. See how Compare Your Business Costs works.

Business energy prices change with wholesale markets and individual business circumstances. Price ranges on this page are guides rather than guaranteed live tariffs.

Authored by: Ally Cox – Business Technology & B2B Services Specialist, 10+ years’ experience.

Last updated: September 2026

 

Business Energy Prices UK 2026

There isn’t one UK business electricity or gas price and unlike domestic default tariffs, commercial energy contracts are generally priced according to the individual business and contract.

For an SME, a quote might contain:

Cost What It Means
Electricity unit rate Price for each kWh of electricity used
Gas unit rate Price for each kWh of gas used
Standing charge Fixed daily cost regardless of consumption
VAT Tax treatment depends on the supply and qualifying use
Climate Change Levy Environmental tax applying to many business energy supplies
Network costs Costs associated with transmitting and distributing energy
Policy costs Charges connected with government energy schemes
Metering costs Can apply depending on metering arrangement
Broker commission Can be incorporated into the energy rate when a broker is used

Our view: this is why “25p/kWh vs 24p/kWh” isn’t enough information to select a contract -you need the whole bill.

 

How Does Business Energy Pricing Work?

When a supplier prices a business energy contract, it can consider:

  • annual consumption
  • electricity and gas split
  • meter type
  • location
  • business type
  • credit risk
  • payment method
  • contract start date
  • contract duration
  • wholesale market prices
  • network charges
  • metering arrangements
  • green energy requirements

A quote is therefore partly a reflection of your business and partly a reflection of the energy market when the supplier prices it.

Why Can Two Businesses Get Different Energy Prices?

Imagine two businesses each use 30,000 kWh of electricity annually.

Business A:

  • has a strong credit profile
  • uses a standard meter
  • signs when wholesale prices are lower
  • takes a three-year contract

Business B:

  • has a weaker credit profile
  • has different network costs
  • signs several months later
  • takes a one-year contract

They can receive different rates despite consuming the same amount of electricity.

 

Business Electricity Prices UK 2026

Business electricity is normally quoted in pence per kilowatt hour – a broad comparison range for many SME quotes in 2026 is around 18p-32p+ per kWh but your actual quote may sit outside this range.

Illustrative annual electricity costs before some taxes and additional charges could look like this:

Annual Electricity Usage 20p/kWh 25p/kWh 30p/kWh
5,000 kWh £1,000 £1,250 £1,500
15,000 kWh £3,000 £3,750 £4,500
30,000 kWh £6,000 £7,500 £9,000
50,000 kWh £10,000 £12,500 £15,000
100,000 kWh £20,000 £25,000 £30,000

These figures show only annual kWh × unit rate.

They exclude standing charges, VAT, CCL and other applicable costs.

Our view: usage tables are useful for understanding scale, but they shouldn’t be presented as what a “small business pays”.

 

Business Gas Prices UK 2026

Business gas is also quoted in pence per kWh – a broad 2026 comparison range for many businesses is around 5p-11p+ per kWh.

Illustrative consumption-only costs:

Annual Gas Usage 6p/kWh 8p/kWh 10p/kWh
10,000 kWh £600 £800 £1,000
25,000 kWh £1,500 £2,000 £2,500
50,000 kWh £3,000 £4,000 £5,000
100,000 kWh £6,000 £8,000 £10,000
250,000 kWh £15,000 £20,000 £25,000

Again, standing charges, VAT, CCL and other applicable costs are not included.

Gas usage can be particularly high for:

  • restaurants
  • hotels
  • care homes
  • bakeries
  • laundries
  • manufacturers
  • sites with extensive gas heating

 

How to Calculate Your Business Energy Bill

A simplified calculation is: Electricity cost = annual electricity kWh × electricity unit rate

plus: electricity standing charge × 365

Then repeat the calculation for gas.

You may then need to account for:

  • VAT
  • Climate Change Levy
  • metering costs
  • pass-through charges
  • other contractual charges

Example

Suppose a business uses:

  • 20,000 kWh electricity annually
  • 25p/kWh electricity rate
  • 70p/day standing charge

Consumption: 20,000 × £0.25 = £5,000

Standing charge: 365 × £0.70 = £255.50

Basic annual electricity cost before other applicable charges: £5,255.50

This illustrates why both unit rate and standing charge matter.

 

How to Compare Business Energy Quotes Properly

Don’t just ask: “Who has the lowest unit rate?”

Ask each supplier or comparison service to calculate the quote using the same annual consumption.

Then compare:

Compare Why It Matters
Electricity unit rate Determines usage cost
Gas unit rate Determines gas usage cost
Standing charge Can materially affect low-usage businesses
Estimated annual cost Best headline comparison when based on identical usage
Contract length Determines how long you’re committed
Contract start date Needs to align with existing contract
Fixed/pass-through elements Determines how much cost can change
Broker commission Can increase total cost
Exit terms Important if circumstances change
Green credentials Relevant to sustainability requirements
Billing/support Can matter for multi-site and complex businesses

What Do You Need to Compare Quotes?

Have the following ready:

  • latest electricity bill
  • latest gas bill
  • annual electricity consumption
  • annual gas consumption
  • current unit rates
  • current standing charges
  • current supplier
  • contract end date
  • MPAN for electricity
  • MPRN for gas
  • meter type
  • supply address
  • business details
  • preferred contract length
  • green energy requirements

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Types of Business Energy Contract

Contract How It Works Main Consideration
Fixed rate Unit price is agreed for a defined contract period, subject to contract terms Budget certainty but less benefit if market prices fall
Variable Rates can change Greater exposure to market movements
Flexible Energy can be purchased in portions at different times Generally aimed at larger/high-usage organisations
Pass-through Some non-energy costs can be passed through separately Total cost can change even when some elements are fixed
Deemed Can apply when using energy without an agreed contract Often intended as temporary supply
Out-of-contract Can apply after an existing contract ends according to its terms Potentially expensive compared with a negotiated contract

Ofgem says business energy contracts can last for up to five years and there is generally no cooling-off period once a business contract has been agreed.

Our view: don’t sign a five-year contract simply because the unit price is slightly below a shorter quote.

You’re also making a decision about how long you want to be exposed to that pricing arrangement.

Read our business energy contracts guide →

 

Deemed & Out-of-Contract Business Energy Rates

These terms are related but don’t mean exactly the same thing.

Deemed Contract

A deemed contract can apply when you use energy without having agreed a contract with the existing supplier – a common example is moving into new commercial premises.

Out-of-Contract Rate

An out-of-contract rate can apply after your previous contract ends where your contract specifies what happens afterwards and you could need to investigate urgently if:

  • you’ve recently moved premises
  • your fixed contract has expired
  • you don’t know your contract end date
  • your bill refers to deemed/default/out-of-contract pricing
  • you inherited the supply from a previous occupier

Our view: if you’re on a deemed or out-of-contract tariff, comparing a negotiated contract should be a priority.

Read our guide to deemed business energy rates →

 

Microbusiness & Small Business Energy Rules

Ofgem provides additional protections to smaller business energy customers.

Microbusiness

You can qualify as a microbusiness based on employee/financial criteria or energy consumption – Ofgem’s current energy-consumption thresholds include:

  • up to 100,000 kWh electricity per year
  • up to 293,000 kWh gas per year

Small Business

A wider Ofgem Small Business category has applied since December 2024 and you can qualify through employee/financial criteria or consumption.

Current energy thresholds include:

  • up to 200,000 kWh electricity annually
  • up to 500,000 kWh gas annually

The definitions also include financial and employee tests – your classification can affect the protections available when dealing with suppliers and third-party intermediaries.

Our view: if you’re an SME in a dispute with a supplier or broker, check whether you’re legally classed as a microbusiness or Small Business rather than assuming you’re treated like a large commercial customer.

 

Business Energy Brokers: What Should You Check?

A business energy broker can:

  • obtain supplier quotes
  • compare contract options
  • negotiate with suppliers
  • help with renewals
  • assist with more complex procurement

But brokers are paid for their services.

Some charge a direct fee but others receive commission from the supplier, which may be incorporated into your energy price.

Before agreeing to use a broker, ask:

  1. Which suppliers do you compare?
  2. Do you compare the whole market?
  3. How are you paid?
  4. What is your total commission or fee?
  5. Is commission incorporated into my unit rate?
  6. Can I see the total contract cost?
  7. What does the Letter of Authority permit you to do?
  8. How long is the contract?
  9. What happens at renewal?
  10. Which dispute-resolution scheme are you registered with?

For micro and Small Business customers, Ofgem requires relevant broker arrangements to have access to qualifying alternative dispute resolution.

Read our business energy broker guide →

 

VAT & Climate Change Levy on Business Energy

Taxes can materially affect your business energy bill.

VAT

Business fuel and power is generally standard-rated for VAT unless it qualifies for reduced treatment.

Some supplies can qualify for the reduced rate because of:

  • low levels of consumption
  • qualifying domestic/residential use
  • qualifying charitable non-business use

Important October 2026 Electricity VAT Change

From 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027, qualifying electricity supplies in Great Britain are temporarily zero-rated for VAT.

This means qualifying customers that would otherwise receive the reduced 5% VAT treatment on electricity can receive a 0% rate during this period.

That can include eligible:

  • small businesses
  • charities
  • residential care homes

It does not mean VAT has been removed from every commercial electricity bill.

Gas isn’t included in this temporary electricity VAT change.

Climate Change Levy

CCL applies to many commercial energy supplies.

From 1 April 2026, the main CCL rate is:

Energy CCL Main Rate From 1 April 2026
Electricity £0.00801/kWh (0.801p/kWh)
Natural gas £0.00801/kWh (0.801p/kWh)

Some supplies are exempt and businesses participating in qualifying Climate Change Agreements can receive reduced rates.

Our view: tax treatment is exactly the kind of detail that makes comparing monthly bill totals unreliable.

Compare like-for-like quotes and check how VAT and CCL have been treated.

 

When Should You Compare Business Energy Quotes?

Don’t wait until the final few days of your contract.

Start by finding:

  • your contract end date
  • termination requirements
  • renewal window
  • what happens if you take no action

Many businesses begin reviewing the market several months before contract end.

That gives you time to:

  • compare suppliers
  • understand the market
  • check broker fees
  • decide on contract length
  • consider green tariffs
  • resolve incorrect meter information

Our view: the objective isn’t to predict the perfect day to buy energy, it’s to avoid reaching contract expiry with no understanding of your alternatives.

 

Business Energy Costs by Sector

Different industries have very different energy profiles.

Business Typical Energy Drivers What We’d Prioritise
Office IT, lighting, HVAC, kitchens Electricity rate, standing charge and contract length
Retail Lighting, heating, refrigeration, tills Electricity usage and opening hours
Café Cooking, refrigeration, heating, hot water Gas/electricity split
Restaurant Cooking, ventilation, refrigeration High consumption and contract timing
Hotel Heating, rooms, kitchens, laundry High usage and multi-meter management
Warehouse Lighting, HVAC, machinery, EV charging Metering and consumption profile
Manufacturer Machinery and process heat Half-hourly data and procurement structure
Salon Hot water, heating, equipment SME fixed-contract comparison
Care home 24/7 heating, hot water and equipment High usage, reliability and tax treatment
Landlord Communal areas and landlord supplies Multi-site/meter administration

 

Business Energy for Small Businesses

Small businesses should generally prioritise:

  • clear pricing
  • understandable contract terms
  • appropriate contract length
  • unit rate
  • standing charge
  • broker commission disclosure
  • accurate meter readings
  • renewal reminders
  • smart-meter support where appropriate

A low-usage business should pay particular attention to the standing charge.

For example:

Quote A

  • 24p/kWh
  • £1.20/day standing charge

Quote B

  • 25p/kWh
  • 40p/day standing charge

For a business using just 5,000 kWh annually:

Quote A:

  • Energy = £1,200
  • Standing charge = £438
  • Total = £1,638

Quote B:

  • Energy = £1,250
  • Standing charge = £146
  • Total = £1,396

Quote B has the higher unit rate but costs £242 less in this simplified example.

That’s why we recommend comparing total annual cost rather than headline pence per kWh.

Compare small business energy options →

 

Business Energy for High-Usage Businesses

High-usage businesses can include:

  • manufacturers
  • hotels
  • care homes
  • restaurants
  • supermarkets
  • cold-storage facilities
  • warehouses
  • gyms
  • laundries
  • large multi-site organisations

For these organisations, the buying decision can extend beyond a simple fixed tariff.

Consider:

  • fixed vs flexible purchasing
  • half-hourly consumption data
  • seasonal usage
  • pass-through costs
  • multi-site aggregation
  • metering
  • peak demand
  • energy-efficiency investment
  • renewable procurement

At high consumption levels, even a small unit-rate difference becomes material.

A difference of just 1p/kWh represents:

Annual Usage 1p/kWh Difference
50,000 kWh £500
100,000 kWh £1,000
500,000 kWh £5,000
1,000,000 kWh £10,000

 

Green Business Energy Tariffs

Businesses increasingly have the option of buying renewable electricity, but “green tariff” can describe different arrangements.

Before choosing one, ask:

  • What percentage of the electricity is renewable?
  • How is it evidenced?
  • Are Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) used?
  • How frequently is consumption matched?
  • Does the supplier provide sustainability reporting?
  • Does the tariff meet your organisation’s ESG requirements?
  • Is renewable gas included?
  • What premium, if any, are you paying?

Our view: don’t buy a green tariff based solely on the word “renewable”.

Ask what the supplier can actually evidence and whether that evidence meets your reporting requirements.

Compare green business energy options →

 

Moving Premises? Check Your Business Energy Immediately

Moving into a new commercial property is one of the easiest ways to end up on a deemed contract.

When moving:

  1. Take dated meter readings.
  2. Photograph the meters.
  3. Identify the existing supplier.
  4. Find the MPAN/MPRN.
  5. Tell the supplier you’ve taken responsibility for the premises.
  6. Ask what tariff you’re currently paying.
  7. Compare new contract options.

Don’t assume the previous occupier’s contract transfers to you.

 

Major UK Business Energy Suppliers

UK businesses can compare established suppliers and specialist commercial energy companies.

Examples include:

Supplier Worth Comparing For
British Gas Business SME and wider commercial energy
EDF Business Business electricity and gas
E.ON Next Business SME energy and renewable options
ScottishPower Business Business electricity and gas
SSE Energy Solutions Commercial and larger energy users
Octopus Energy for Business Business and renewable-focused energy
TotalEnergies Gas & Power Commercial gas and electricity
Crown Gas & Power Commercial gas and electricity
SmartestEnergy Business Business and renewable energy
Drax Energy Solutions Larger and more complex energy users

This is not a ranking.

Supplier suitability depends on your consumption, meter, location, credit profile and contract requirements.

A supplier that produces the lowest quote for one business may not do so for another.

Compare business energy supplier quotes →

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How to Reduce Business Energy Costs

There are two sides to reducing an energy bill pay less for each unit

and use fewer units.

Commercial actions include:

  • compare suppliers before renewal
  • avoid unnecessary deemed/out-of-contract rates
  • check broker commission
  • compare standing charges
  • review contract length
  • check pass-through costs

Consumption actions can include:

  • use smart-meter or AMR data
  • identify overnight baseload
  • optimise heating and cooling
  • upgrade inefficient lighting
  • maintain HVAC equipment
  • review refrigeration
  • reduce unnecessary peak demand
  • train staff
  • consider on-site generation where commercially appropriate

Our view: don’t treat procurement and efficiency as alternatives – the strongest energy-cost strategy does both.

 

Common Business Energy Mistakes

Avoid:

  • comparing only unit rates
  • ignoring standing charges
  • not knowing your contract end date
  • waiting until the last minute to compare
  • remaining on deemed rates unnecessarily
  • agreeing a telephone contract without understanding that it can be binding
  • assuming you’ll have a cooling-off period
  • not asking about broker commission
  • signing a long contract without understanding the risk
  • assuming fixed means every bill component is fixed
  • ignoring VAT and CCL treatment
  • comparing quotes based on different consumption assumptions
  • assuming the domestic price cap applies
  • not checking what happens when the contract expires

 

Our View: How Should You Choose Business Energy in 2026?

The most useful number on a business energy quote isn’t necessarily the unit rate. It’s the estimated annual cost.

That’s where we’d start.

Take your latest bill and establish:

  1. Annual electricity usage
  2. Annual gas usage
  3. Current unit rates
  4. Current standing charges
  5. Contract end date
  6. Current annual cost

Then ask competing suppliers or brokers to price the same consumption.

For a Small Business

We’d prioritise:

  1. total annual cost
  2. clear contract terms
  3. appropriate contract length
  4. standing charge
  5. unit rate
  6. transparent commission

For a High-Usage Business

We’d add:

  • half-hourly consumption profile
  • pass-through costs
  • fixed vs flexible procurement
  • multi-site requirements
  • peak demand
  • renewable procurement

The Question We’d Ask Every Supplier

“Using exactly our current annual consumption, what will this contract cost us over the full term, including all charges and commission?”

That question is much harder to obscure with an attractive headline rate.

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Business Energy FAQs

How much does business electricity cost in the UK?

Business electricity prices vary by usage, meter, location, credit profile, supplier and contract timing. As a broad 2026 comparison guide, many SME quotes can fall around 18p–32p+ per kWh, but individual quotes may be above or below this range.

How much does business gas cost?

Business gas prices also vary considerably. A broad 2026 comparison range is around 5p–11p+ per kWh, although actual commercial quotes can sit outside this range.

Are business energy prices capped?

No. Ofgem’s domestic energy price cap does not protect customers with business energy contracts.

What is the cheapest business energy supplier?

There isn’t one supplier that’s cheapest for every business. Commercial quotes depend on the individual supply, usage, contract and market conditions.

Can I switch business energy supplier?

Usually, but fixed commercial contracts commonly restrict switching before the contract ends. Check your termination and exit terms.

How long can a business energy contract last?

Ofgem states that business energy contracts can last for up to five years.

Do business energy contracts have a cooling-off period?

Generally no. Ofgem warns that there is no cooling-off period after agreeing a business energy contract, including when an agreement is made over the phone.

What is a deemed business energy contract?

A deemed contract commonly applies when a business consumes energy at premises without having agreed a contract with the existing supplier.

What is an out-of-contract energy rate?

An out-of-contract rate can apply after an existing contract expires where the contract sets out what happens afterwards.

What’s the difference between a unit rate and standing charge?

The unit rate is what you pay for each kWh consumed. The standing charge is a fixed daily charge that applies regardless of consumption.

What is a microbusiness for energy purposes?

Ofgem uses employee/financial and energy-consumption tests. Energy thresholds include up to 100,000 kWh of electricity or 293,000 kWh of gas per year.

What is a Small Business under Ofgem energy rules?

Ofgem introduced a broader Small Business category from December 2024. Energy thresholds include up to 200,000 kWh electricity or 500,000 kWh gas annually, alongside employee and financial tests.

Do businesses pay VAT on electricity?

Business energy is generally standard-rated unless it qualifies for reduced treatment. Qualifying electricity supplies in Great Britain that would normally receive reduced-rate treatment temporarily move to 0% VAT from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.

Is VAT being removed from all business electricity in October 2026?

No. The temporary 0% rate applies to qualifying supplies. It does not mean every commercial electricity customer receives 0% VAT.

What is the Climate Change Levy rate in 2026?

From 1 April 2026, the main CCL rate for both electricity and natural gas is £0.00801/kWh, equivalent to 0.801p/kWh. Exemptions and reduced rates can apply.

What does a business energy broker do?

A broker can compare suppliers and negotiate energy contracts. Brokers can charge directly or receive commission from suppliers, so check how they’re paid.

What is an MPAN?

An MPAN identifies an electricity supply point. You’ll normally find it on your electricity bill.

What is an MPRN?

An MPRN identifies a gas supply point and is normally shown on your gas bill.

When should I compare business energy quotes?

Check your existing contract’s renewal and termination terms and begin reviewing alternatives before it expires rather than waiting until the final days.

Are fixed business energy tariffs better?

Fixed contracts provide greater price certainty for the fixed elements of the contract, but they can leave you paying the agreed rate if wholesale markets subsequently fall. Contract terms should also be checked for costs that can still change.

Can I get renewable business electricity?

Yes. Many suppliers offer renewable electricity options. Check how the renewable claim is evidenced and whether it meets your organisation’s sustainability requirements.

How can I lower my business energy bill?

Compare contracts, avoid unnecessary default rates, check commission and standing charges, monitor consumption, reduce waste and invest in appropriate energy-efficiency measures.

 

Compare Business Energy Quotes

Before accepting a quote, compare:

  • electricity unit rate
  • gas unit rate
  • standing charges
  • estimated annual cost
  • total contract cost
  • contract duration
  • fixed/pass-through elements
  • broker commission
  • VAT treatment
  • Climate Change Levy
  • payment terms
  • renewal terms
  • exit conditions
  • green energy requirements

Compare every quote using the same annual kWh consumption. That gives you a much cleaner view of which contract could actually cost less.

Compare business gas and electricity quotes →

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Related Business Energy Guides

Contracts, Switching & Pricing

  • Business Energy FAQs
  • Business Energy Switching Services
  • Business Energy Brokers
  • Business Energy Contracts
  • Out-of-Contract Business Energy Rates
  • Deemed Business Energy Rates
  • Fixed vs Variable Business Energy

Business Type

  • Small Business Energy Deals
  • Business Energy for Restaurants
  • Hospitality Business Energy
  • Retail Business Energy
  • Warehouse Gas & Electricity
  • Energy for Commercial Landlords

Meters & Energy Management

  • MPAN & MPRN Numbers
  • Smart Meters for Business
  • Business Energy Monitoring
  • Commercial Energy Usage Analytics

Green & Renewable Energy

  • Green Business Energy Suppliers
  • Renewable Business Energy Solutions
  • Reducing Your Business Carbon Footprint
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James Ward is the CEO & Founder of Compare Your Business Costs — a UK-verified comparison platform helping SMEs save money on business broadband, leased lines, phone systems, mobile telecoms, managed services and IT support. With over 10 years of experience in telecoms and technology procurement, James is a trusted UK business expert featured in national media and verified on Companies House.

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Hi, I’m Ally Cox, a senior copywriter and blogger at CompareYourBusinessCosts.co.uk, the UK’s trusted platform for comparing business services.
With over a decade of experience in the B2B sector, I specialise in simplifying complex topics like leased lines, VoIP, business energy, HR and payroll solutions, accounting software, and EPOS systems.
Before joining CompareYourBusinessCosts, I worked across various industries, gaining hands-on experience in HR, copywriting, and business operations- from clocking-in systems to card machines and office technology.
My goal is simple: to help UK businesses make informed, confident decisions when choosing products and services that improve efficiency and save money.

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