How Commercial Solar Export Payments Work for UK Businesses
For many UK businesses, solar panels are already reducing operational energy costs. But what’s often overlooked is the additional revenue opportunity created by exporting excess electricity to the grid.
While the UK imports relatively little oil and gas directly from the region, wholesale energy markets are globally traded. Any threat to major energy supply routes can quickly influence the cost of gas and electricity for UK businesses.
ESG, EPC Ratings and Commercial Property: What UK Building Owners Need to Know
Understanding the relationship between ESG, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) can help commercial property owners make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary expenditure.
While the UK imports relatively little oil and gas directly from the region, wholesale energy markets are globally traded. Any threat to major energy supply routes can quickly influence the cost of gas and electricity for UK businesses.
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Energy Market Update 23/06/2026
Welcome to our weekly energy market update, where we share the latest trends, shifts, and key developments impacting the energy sector. Whether it’s fluctuations in oil and gas prices, changes in renewable energy policies, or updates on energy infrastructure projects, we’re here to help you stay informed. Join us as we break down the most important factors influencing the market this week, and explore what these changes could mean for your business.
Middle East Conflict and Ceasefire: What It Means for UK Energy Prices
The recent conflict in the Middle East has once again highlighted how global events can have a significant impact on UK energy prices.
While the UK imports relatively little oil and gas directly from the region, wholesale energy markets are globally traded. Any threat to major energy supply routes can quickly influence the cost of gas and electricity for UK businesses.
Export PPA for Businesses: Get Paid for Excess Solar Energy
Businesses across the UK are increasingly investing in commercial solar PV and on-site generation to reduce energy costs and improve sustainability performance. However, many organisations are unaware that excess electricity exported back to the grid can also create an additional revenue stream through an Export Power Purchase Agreement (Export PPA).
At Flame Energy, we help SME and mid-market businesses secure competitive export energy contracts for surplus solar energy generated through commercial solar PV, battery storage, CHP systems, and other renewable technologies.
Whether your business already has solar installed or is planning a renewable energy project, we can help maximise the value of your exported electricity.
New MOP and DC/DA Charges on Your Business Energy Bill? Here’s What They Mean
If you’ve recently opened your business electricity bill and noticed unfamiliar charges such as MOP, DC, or DA, you are not alone.
For years, these costs were quietly bundled into standard electricity rates and hidden within your standing charges or unit prices. However, a major industry-wide change known as Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) is transforming how UK business energy bills are structured.
As suppliers update their billing systems, many businesses are now seeing these charges listed separately for the first time.
At Flame Energy, we believe business energy billing should be transparent and easy to understand. Here’s what these charges actually mean, why they are appearing now, and what your business should expect to pay.
British Gas SEG Rate Drops From 15.1p To 8p: What The Changes Mean For Solar Export Revenue
The British Gas SEG scheme has been one of the most attractive export tariff options available to UK solar generators in recent years.
However, from 6 July 2026, British Gas is making significant changes to its Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme, reducing export payments for larger solar installations.
For many commercial solar owners, farms, schools, warehouses, and industrial facilities, this change could have a substantial impact on annual export revenue and may prompt a review of existing solar tariff arrangements.
How to Handle Energy Back Billing and Unexpected Charges
Getting an unexpectedly high energy bill is frustrating at the best of times especially when it’s a backdated charge for energy you used months (or even years) ago. For UK businesses, energy back billing and surprise fees can create serious cash flow issues and disrupt budget planning.
UK Government Cuts Electricity Bills for Manufacturers: What It Means for Your Business
The UK Government has announced plans to reduce electricity costs for over 10,000 manufacturers, with bills expected to fall by up to 25%.
It’s a clear acknowledgement that energy costs remain one of the biggest pressures on UK industry. While the headline is positive, the detail and timing are what really matter for businesses.