EDF Business Energy

EDF Business Energy provides several payment methods tailored to different business needs. These include Direct Debit for automatic monthly payments and options for one-time payments via bank transfer or credit/debit cards.

For those on a Fixed for Business Online tariff, payment by Direct Debit is mandatory.

You will be notified of your renewal options at the end of your contract with EDF Business Energy. These include an option to sign up for their ‘Easy Fix’ tariff, which includes a fixed rate for 12 months and the option to end at any time with no fees incurred.

If no action is taken, you will be automatically moved to EDF’s Extended Supply Prices, which will be considerably higher than your current rates. However, provided your account balance is clear, you can renew your contract, switch to a different tariff, or move to another supplier without penalties.

EDF Business Energy may conduct credit checks when you apply for a new contract or tariff. These checks help assess your business’s financial stability and determine the appropriate payment terms.

Based on your credit score, EDF may require a security deposit or offer alternative payment arrangements. It’s important to be aware that credit checks are a standard part of the application process and can impact the terms of your contract.

EDF Business Energy offers a range of energy management tools to help businesses monitor and optimise their energy use.

These tools include online account management through ‘MyAccount’, where you can track energy consumption, set usage alerts, and analyse trends. EDF also provides smart meters for more accurate, real-time data, helping businesses identify opportunities for energy savings.

EDF manages over 2 GW of UK wind farm capacity, encompassing both onshore and offshore wind farms, such as the Teesside Offshore Wind Farm. These projects utilise cutting-edge turbine technology and often include energy storage solutions to enhance grid stability and reliability.

EDF’s solar energy projects focus on large-scale farms that efficiently harness solar power to generate clean electricity. These farms often incorporate advanced technology and are sometimes paired with battery storage systems to enhance energy reliability and grid stability.

EDF invests in advanced battery storage technology to enhance grid stability and support renewable energy integration. These systems store excess energy from renewables and release it when needed, balancing supply and demand, improving grid efficiency, and ensuring a reliable energy supply.

EDF is a major player in nuclear energy, operating several nuclear power stations across the UK, including Sizewell B and Hinkley Point B. EDF’s nuclear plants contribute around 20% of the UK’s electricity. The ongoing construction of Hinkley Point C, the first new nuclear power station in the UK in over 20 years, is expected to provide power to over 6 million homes.

EDF operates gas-fired power stations that provide a reliable source of electricity, especially during periods when renewable generation is low. Plants like the West Burton A station feature combined cycle gas turbines (CCGT) that offer high efficiency and lower emissions compared to older fossil fuel plants.