A commercial electricity bill generally includes charges for delivering electricity to your business and charges for the electricity supply itself — and in competitive markets, eligible businesses can choose their supplier while the utility continues handling delivery. This pricing structure is part of the larger commercial energy procurement process.
What affects your electricity cost?
Your cost can be influenced by:
Electricity market conditions
Your usage
Contract structure
Contract term
Pricing type
Demand and other applicable charges
Utility delivery charges
Supplier-specific contract terms
Why this matters
A business may have more options than its current bill makes obvious. Understanding these components also explains why your rate may have increased even without changing usage.
The important question isn't simply, "What is my electricity rate?" It's: "What am I paying now, what options are available, and does changing anything make sense?" That's the question Blue Copper Partners helps businesses answer.