Your 2026 Small Business Energy Calendar
How to save time in 2026 by getting your energy account in order
Do you want to save time in the new year? Here is a set of practical, time saving tips that will help you get your energy accounts under control. PLUS download our free energy calendar so you can stay on top of your energy throughout the year.
Top Tips
Submit Meter readings on a schedule
Setting a monthly reminder to submit your meter reading will ensure that you send it on time every month, helping to prevent estimated bills, keeping your account accurate and predictable. Alternatively, if you have a smart meter, your meter will send readings to your supplier automatically.
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Switch to digital billing and automated payments
Switching to digital billing allows you to cut out the paper trail and missed bills. This helps make it easier to track your bills as they will all be in one place. Setting up an automated payment method like a direct debit ensures bills are paid on time without manual intervention.
Set up alerts for contract end dates
Having alerts to notify you when your contract is about to end or you’ve entered your renewal period could be a huge benefit for your business. This will avoid your energy accounts rolling onto expensive out of contract rates, giving you the time to compare tariffs without the last-minute stress.
Use MyAccount
With your EDF account, you have access to MyAccount. MyAccount is a quick and convenient way of staying on top of your energy account, here is Sophie with 3 quick wins for using MyAccount:
Check your details are up to date
Have you recently changed your phone number or updated your email address? Even if you haven’t, it’s worth checking your account to make sure these are up to date so that important messages aren’t missed.
Time saving technology
Investing in smart technology will help make daily opening/closing routines more efficient. Smart thermostats remove the need for manual adjustments, ensuring that the premises is always heated to the best temperature for the time of day. Lighting automation helps to ensure that lights only remain on when the room is in use, eliminating energy waste.
Your small business energy calendar
Download our handy energy calendar to remind yourself of key milestones throughout the year to help save you time, cash and carbon. Leaving you to focus on business growth.
