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The Energy Reality for Bakeries
Understanding your energy consumption is the first step to reducing it. Here's what typical bakeries energy usage looks like.
kWh per year (electricity)
typical annual energy bill
average annual saving
Common Energy Challenges for Bakeries
Deck ovens and rack ovens running from 3am through the day
Proving cabinets maintaining precise temperatures continuously
Refrigerated storage for ingredients and finished products
Early-morning starts mean higher energy use during expensive peak periods
Equipment Energy Breakdown
Here's where your energy actually goes. Understanding this helps us find the right tariff for your specific usage pattern.
| Equipment | Annual kWh | Annual Cost (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Deck/Rack Ovens (Mixed) | 15,000–40,000 | £1,500–£4,500 |
| Proving Cabinets | 3,000–8,000 | £600–£1,200 |
| Dough Mixers | 2,000–6,000 | £400–£1,000 |
| Refrigeration | 6,000–12,000 | £1,200–£2,500 |
| Display Cabinets | 2,000–5,000 | £400–£1,000 |
| Lighting & HVAC | 3,000–8,000 | £600–£1,200 |
Success Story
Artisan Crust Bakery — Edinburgh
Bakery — Stockbridge, Edinburgh
The Challenge
Baking fresh bread demands enormous energy inputs. The bakery's main consumption happens between 2am and 8am. Sadly, their previous broker had placed them on a flat-rate 'day' tariff, completely squandering their off-peak advantage.
Our Solution
We immediately switched them to a dedicated Night-Saver commercial tariff with an incredibly low unit rate during the early morning hours.
The Result
By simply correctly classifying their business hours, they immediately sliced £3,300 off their annual bill, freeing up capital to hire an extra apprentice.
Energy Saving Tips for Bakeries
Consider time-of-use tariffs — early morning baking may qualify for off-peak rates
Maintain oven door seals — a 1cm gap can waste 20% of heat energy
Batch baking schedules to maximise oven loads and minimise heat-up cycles
Install heat recovery ventilation to capture oven exhaust heat
Use LED lighting in display areas — better light quality and 80% less energy
The Smart Energy Promise
- Honest advice — if we can’t save you money, we’ll tell you
- Zero interruption — your supply never stops, not even for a second
- We do everything — the comparison, the paperwork, the switch
- Renewal protection — we alert you before your contract ends so you’re never caught out
- 100% free — we’re paid by the supplier, you pay nothing
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