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Behind the Meter: a Centralised Approach to Energy Management
In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, businesses with legacy properties face mounting pressure to reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and comply with increasingly stringent regulations. One of the most effective strategies to achieve these goals is harnessing the power of behind the meter energy management—and doing so through a centralised approach from the very beginning. What…
The Zero Bills Home: Can Retrofitting Your Property Erase Energy Costs Forever?
As energy prices fluctuate and mortgage rates remain high, homeowners are looking for ways to cut long-term living costs. One emerging solution is the Zero Bills Home—a property that generates and stores enough renewable energy to fully offset household energy costs. While this concept has gained traction in new-build developments, could existing homes be retrofitted…
Behind-the-Meter Battery Storage is the Smart Move for Businesses
Five years ago, the average UK household was spending £1,162 per year on energy (gas and electricity). With Ofgem’s latest announcement, that figure is set to rise to £1,849 from April 2024. This isn’t just inflation; it’s a 30% real-terms increase on what UK homes and businesses pay for energy. By comparison, US energy prices have risen by just…
Optimising Business Energy Costs: The Case for Managed Behind-the-Meter Solutions
Why Energy Cost Management Matters in Hospitality The hospitality industry is one of the most energy-intensive sectors, with hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues consuming vast amounts of electricity for lighting, heating, cooling, and kitchen operations. As energy prices continue to rise and sustainability regulations tighten, hospitality businesses must adopt smarter energy management strategies to remain…
A Smarter Approach to Renewable Energy
At Vesta Energy, we believe renewable energy should be simple, effective, and financially viable for both homeowners and businesses. But let’s be honest—navigating the world of solar panels, heat pumps, battery storage, and energy tariffs can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in. We’re building a business that does more than just install renewable energy…
How to Use Home Battery Storage with Smart Tariffs in the UK
How to Use Home Battery Storage to Benefit from Smart Tariffs in the UK As energy prices fluctuate and smart tariffs become more sophisticated, home battery storage is emerging as a powerful tool to optimize electricity usage and reduce costs. By leveraging battery storage alongside smart tariffs, UK households can save money, lower their carbon…
