Business Energy
Electricity solutions for businesses in deregulated markets. Demand charges are 30-70% of commercial bills based on peak 15-minute kW usage. AEP Ohio GS-2 rate class for 10-200 kW demand. PECO commercial includes $8-12/kW demand charges. Eversource G-2 for small commercial.
Small Business Electricity Rates: Demand Charges Explained
Demand charges (30-70% of commercial bills) are based on peak 15-minute kW usage. AEP Ohio GS-2 rate class for 10-200 kW demand. PECO commercial rates include $8-12/kW demand charges. Eversource G-2 for small commercial. Shift high-draw equipment to off-peak hours. Compare commercial supplier rates on ElectricRates.org for businesses saving $1,200+/year.
Commercial Electricity Rate Classes: GS-1, GS-2, GS-3 Explained
Commercial rate classes (GS-1 for <10kW, GS-2 for 10-200kW, GS-3 for 200kW+) determine base charges and demand rates. AEP Ohio GS-2 demand charge: $8.50/kW. PECO General Service rate includes $12.40/kW demand. Most small businesses qualify for GS-2. Wrong rate class costs businesses 15-25% more. Verify your rate class on ElectricRates.org.
Business Energy Audits: Find Hidden Savings in Your Electric Bill
Business energy audits (ASHRAE Level I-III) identify 15-30% savings. Level I walk-through costs $500-2,000. Level II detailed analysis runs $2,000-10,000. AEP Ohio and Duke Energy offer commercial rebate programs. Mass Save provides 0% financing for efficiency upgrades. Typical ROI: 18-36 months. Schedule audits on ElectricRates.org.
Restaurant Electricity Costs: Kitchen Equipment and Peak Demand
Restaurant electricity costs average $3-5/sq ft annually. Kitchen equipment drives 50-60% of usage. Peak demand from ovens, fryers, and HVAC running simultaneously spikes demand charges. Staggering equipment startup cuts demand 20-35%. Pre-cooling before lunch rush reduces HVAC peaks. Compare restaurant rates on ElectricRates.org.
Power Factor Penalties: Why Your Business Pays for Wasted Electricity
Power factor measures electrical efficiency (0-1.0 scale). Utilities penalize power factor below 0.85-0.90. Common causes: motors, VFDs, fluorescent lighting. Penalties add 5-15% to commercial bills. Capacitor banks correct power factor for $50-150/kVAR. Typical payback: 12-24 months. Check your power factor on ElectricRates.org.
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