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The Energy Reality for Restaurants
Understanding your energy consumption is the first step to reducing it. Here's what typical restaurants energy usage looks like.
kWh per year (electricity)
typical annual energy bill
average annual saving
Common Energy Challenges for Restaurants
Multiple ovens, ranges and grills running during service
HVAC systems managing front-of-house temperature for guests
Dishwashers cycling continuously during peak service
Lighting and ambience requirements driving electricity use
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.) |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Range/Oven (x3) | 18,000–40,000 | £2,500–£5,000 |
| Commercial Dishwasher | 5,000–10,000 | £1,500–£3,000 |
| Walk-in Cold Room | 8,760–17,520 | £2,600–£5,300 |
| HVAC System | 8,000–20,000 | £2,400–£6,000 |
| Extraction System | 5,000–15,000 | £1,500–£4,500 |
| Lighting & Ambience | 4,000–10,000 | £1,200–£3,000 |
Success Story
Pasta Roma — London
Italian Restaurant — Hackney, London
The Challenge
Running a busy restaurant in London with 3 pizza ovens, multiple ranges, a walk-in cold room, and air conditioning for 80 covers. Their electricity bill alone was £2,000/month and rising.
Our Solution
We analysed their consumption pattern and matched them with a supplier offering preferential rates for high-consumption hospitality businesses. The 36-month fixed deal provided price certainty through the volatile energy market.
The Result
Annual savings of £7,200 with the peace of mind of a 3-year fixed rate. The owner also booked an energy audit to explore further savings through LED lighting and better kitchen ventilation.
Energy Saving Tips for Restaurants
Use induction hobs where possible — 90% energy efficient vs 40% for gas
Install motion sensors in storage areas and toilets
Schedule dishwasher cycles during off-peak hours where possible
Maintain HVAC filters quarterly — dirty filters increase energy use by 15%
Consider smart thermostats that adjust to occupancy levels
“I had no idea we were on out-of-contract rates. They found us a deal that saved us £7,200 a year. The whole process took about 10 minutes of my time.”
Sarah M.
Restaurant Owner, Cardiff
Saved
£7,200/yr
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Already Switched? Go Further.
Switching your energy supplier is just the start. Our team can help you reduce consumption too — with expert energy audits, LED lighting upgrades, refrigeration optimisation, and solar PV installations.
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Cut lighting costs by up to 80% with commercial LED retrofits.
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