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Plain-English updates on energy costs, funding, compliance and the schemes that could save your business money.
ESOS progress update: what's due on 5th December 2026
If your organisation took part in ESOS Phase 3, the second annual progress update on your action plan is due by 5th December 2026. Here is what to send, who must sign it off, and what to check for Phase 4.
Climate Change Levy in plain English: the tax already on your business energy bill
Climate Change Levy is the tax many businesses already pay on electricity and gas. Rates rose in April 2026 and rise again on 1st April 2027. Here is what the line on your bill means, who pays less, and what to check.
Government wants to fix the price of old green certificates: what it means for your electricity bill
DESNZ is consulting on replacing tradable Renewables Obligation certificates with a fixed-price system from April 2028 at the earliest. Here is what that could mean for the policy costs on a UK business electricity bill.
EPC B by 2031 for larger rented business premises: what the new Energy Bill means for you
The government has confirmed it intends to require EPC B by 2031 for rented commercial buildings over 1,000 square metres, and the new Energy Independence Bill gives councils stronger powers to enforce the rules. Here is what it means if you own or rent a large unit.
Energy brokers are set to be regulated by Ofgem: what it means for your business
The government plans to make Ofgem the regulator for energy brokers and other intermediaries. Here is what is changing, when, and what to ask whoever arranges your energy contracts today.
Wholesale energy prices ended October at their highest this year: what it means if your contract is up for renewal
Wholesale gas and electricity for this winter rose sharply through October and closed the month at their highest levels of the year. If your business energy contract renews in the next year, here's what to think about now.
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UK energy market update, 2nd November 2026
Planning a bigger grid connection? Why it pays to start the conversation early
On 28th October the government confirmed new powers to move strategically important projects, including data centres, up the grid connection queue. If your business plans to grow or electrify, here's why it pays to check your grid capacity early.
The Budget and your energy bill: what changed for businesses
The Budget on 28th October brought help for manufacturers and a longer-term promise on energy costs, but little immediate relief for most businesses. Here's what changed and what to do now.
Supplying the public sector? New emissions guidance means your carbon figures matter more
On 21st October 2026, the government published guidance on how public sector bodies in England can measure and report their emissions. It adds no new duties for suppliers, but it points public bodies towards engaging suppliers on their emissions. Here's what that could mean for your business.
adm Signal Issue 03: Budget week, BICS and the smart meter rule
adm Signal Issue 03: what to listen for in the 28th October Budget, five weeks left to apply for BICS, 0% VAT on some electricity this winter, and the smart meter rule for renewals from September 2027.
Renewing your business energy from September 2027? You'll need a smart meter
From 1st September 2027, smaller business sites signing a new fixed-term energy contract will need a smart or advanced meter, or agree to have one fitted. Here's what's changing, who it covers and how to get ahead of it.
Why electric heating struggles to pay its way, and what Energy UK wants changed
Per unit, electricity costs businesses more than four times as much as gas. A new Energy UK report asks the government to take policy costs off electricity bills. Here's what it means if you're weighing up gas against electric.
Big connection, low usage? Ofgem isn't planning to cut "peaky" standing charges
Ofgem is minded to turn down a plan to lower fixed grid charges for sites that need a big electricity connection but use little power across the year. Here's what that means, and what you can still do before 11th December.
UK SRS: what "comply or explain" means if you're not listed
UK listed firms report against UK SRS from 2027 on a comply-or-explain basis. Most SMEs aren't listed, but customers and banks will ask for carbon data.
BICS eligibility: a plain-English guide to the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme
BICS eligibility explained: who qualifies for the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, what evidence you need, and how to apply by 30th November.
adm Signal Issue 02: what isn't fixed on your energy bill
adm Signal Issue 02: grid charges rising from April 2027 that fixed contracts pass through, the 28th October Budget, and the new carbon charge on imports.
Grid charges from April 2027: the parts of your bill that may not be fixed
Fixed your unit rate? Grid charges and the Climate Change Levy rise from 1st April 2027, and many contracts pass them through. Here's what to check.
Key dates for UK businesses this winter
The Budget, the January price cap, the BICS deadline, the ESOS progress update and CBAM all land before 1st January 2027. Here's the list for your diary.
PPA, hire purchase or loan: which way to fund solar?
Three common ways to pay for solar and other energy upgrades, compared in plain English.
Autumn Budget on 28th October: what to listen for on energy
The Autumn Budget lands on 28th October. Industry wants help with power bills, but nothing is promised. Here's what to listen for and how to plan.
Your energy contract renewal checklist
Leaving your renewal to the last minute is one of the most expensive mistakes a business can make. Here's what to check, and when.
UK CBAM in plain English: carbon on imported steel and aluminium from 1st January 2027
From 1st January 2027, imported steel, aluminium, cement, fertiliser and hydrogen carry a UK carbon charge. Here's who pays and what to do now.
Have you paid hidden energy broker commission?
If you've used an energy broker, you may have paid commission you were never told about. Here's how to check, and what you can do.
UK and EU agree to link carbon markets: what it means for your business
Britain and the EU have reportedly agreed to link carbon markets, which could end the EU carbon charge on UK steel. Here's what to do in the meantime.
Solar runs on daylight, not sunshine
Why the UK climate suits solar better than most people think, and what that means for your business.
BICS: could your site qualify, and what to do before 30th November
Applications open 1st October and close 30th November 2026. Here's a quick way to tell if your site could qualify, and what to have ready.
adm Signal | Issue 01: Three things worth your board's time this autumn
BICS opens 1st October, the costs outside your energy bill, and why the household price cap isn't your factory tariff.
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