Welcome to the Energy Academy!
Your dedicated learning platform to help you make more informed decisions about your energy, with bite-sized lessons, guides, and explainer videos on key industry topics.
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Energy Market Essentials
Understanding who’s involved and how electricity gets from generation to your site can make it easier to plan budgets, choose the right procurement routes, and make progress towards your energy goals.
Intro to the GB Energy Market
This lesson introduces:
- The journey of electricity (from generation to use).
- The key players in the energy system and their role in relation to your organisation.
Understanding Energy Costs
This lesson introduces:
- What makes up the cost of your electricity?
- What factors influence the cost of your energy?
Non-Energy Costs Explained
This lesson introduces:
- Introduction to Non-Energy Costs
- Deep dive into the 9 key NEC schemes
Policy, Regulation and Industry Change
Unpack the energy policy and regulatory frameworks influencing the energy system
Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement
- Understand what MHHS is and why Ofgem is introducing it
- Learn how and when changes will take effect
- Identify practical steps to prepare
Energy Management and Account Processes
From electricity bills to setting up a new electricity connection, we’re here to guide you through the processes and tasks involved in managing your energy
Understanding your electricity bill
This guide explains each part of your EDF electricity invoice — from account details to supply charges. Use it to find out what each section means and where to locate important information on your bill.
How to Set Up A New Electricity Connection
- Setting up a new electricity connection
- What's a MOP and a DNO?
- Co-ordinating your new connections effectively
VAT and Climate Change Levy Explained
- Understand what MHHS is and why Ofgem is introducing it
- Learn how and when changes will take effect
- Identify practical steps to prepare