Half price business electricity with PeakSave for Business

I signed up for PeakSave for Business but haven't heard anything yet. What’s going on?

PeakSave for Business is currently available to selected customers based on their meter and contract.

If we've sent you an invite, we'll have listed your eligible electricity supplies. Please use the link from your email invite to register. You'll then receive a confirmation email as soon as we receive your completed form.

Why have I received more than one PeakSave for Business registration emails?

If you have multiple meters linked across different accounts, you may receive more than one registration email. 

Although we try to group meters together to make registration quicker, our billing system and security checks don’t always allow this. Each email will contain a different set of meters, so you’ll need to register using each invite to make sure everything is included. 

Who is eligible for PeakSave for Business?

To be eligible to take part in PeakSave for Business events you must:

• Be an existing British Gas business electricity supply customer in contract with us on either our SME, Enterprise or BG Lite Terms and Conditions.
• Have a smart meter that automatically submits meter readings every 30 minutes.
• Have received an email inviting you to take part.

Who isn't eligible for PeakSave for Business?

Some business accounts, meter types and contact setups can’t take part in PeakSave for Business. This includes gas‑only meters, non‑smart or non‑polling meters, and accounts where we can’t receive smart data.

It also includes certain contract types (like bespoke or non‑contract accounts), customers who’ve opted out of PeakSave or marketing communications, and accounts where emails can’t be delivered.

Is there anything I shouldn't do during PeakSave for Business events?

While any electricity you use during the events will be half-price, we don’t recommend you go out of your way to use excessive amounts of electricity unnecessarily as there is a £100 limit on the credit given per opted in smart meter, per event

Please be aware that you could end up spending significantly more on electricity than you normally would, even with the half-price discount if you increase your usage excessively.

Can I opt-out of PeakSave for Business events?

If you don’t want to take part in PeakSave for Business, you can opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in the email you received.

Please note that opting out only applies to the specific email it’s used in. If you receive multiple PeakSave for Business emails, you’ll need to opt out of each one separately.

Are small businesses eligible to be invited to PeakSave for Business?​

Yes, small businesses can be invited to take part in PeakSave for Business. To be eligible, you’ll need to be an existing British Gas business customer and have a smart meter installed, as this allows us to identify when you can take part and reward you for reducing energy use.

How will you know how much electricity I use during PeakSave for Business events?

We’ll keep track of how much you use through your smart meters half hourly data during the 5 hours event on any Wednesday during the Promotion Period, and we will credit your account with half of what you spend (up to a maximum credit of £100 per opted in smart meter, per event).

You’ll be able to see how much electricity you use each Wednesday by signing up to Energy360 DataView.

What if there are problems with my smart meter?

We’ll use average consumption during the five hours, based on available smart meter data from other PeakSavers, multiplied by your tariff unit rate to calculate your credit.

How will you calculate my PeakSave for Business credit?

You’ll be charged for the electricity you use as normal, then after the last event we’ll credit half of what you spent (up to a maximum credit of £100 per smart meter, per event) back to your account and the payment will show up as “PeakSave for Business” on your next bill or online statement. We’ll also send a PeakSave for Business event summary, once the events are over – so you can see how much you’re saved in total.

You’ll pay your daily standing charge at your normal rate. This will not be discounted.

The amount you earn will depend on your unit rate and how much electricity you use during the events.

When can I expect to see the credits on my bill?

We aim to apply your PeakSave for Business credits to your account within 4 weeks of the promotion period end date, however occasionally it may take a little bit longer.

What if I can't actively change my usage during PeakSave for Business times to take full advantage?

There’s no need to contact us if you can’t actively take part in PeakSave for Business. Any electricity you use during the events will still be half-price, and there’s no penalty if you can’t make changes to your usual Wednesday routine.

If the smart meter data we receive shows that you have not consumed anything during the 5-hour session you will not receive a credit for that Event Day.

Will taking part in PeakSave for Business change my tariff or prices?

No, PeakSave for Business won’t change anything about your energy tariff or the prices you pay.

You’ll be charged for the electricity you use during the events at your normal rate. We will then half the cost of the electricity used within that period, up to the maximum credit value of £100 per opted in smart meter, per event.

Will I also pay half-price for any gas I use during PeakSave for Business events?

No. Only electricity is half-price for opt in electricity smart meters during PeakSave for Business events.

What if I move business location?

You’ll no longer be eligible for PeakSave for Business if you move premises, even if you take your British Gas account and tariff with you to your new business premises.

What if I change energy supplier?

If you have a gas account with us and switch it to a new supplier, you’ll still be eligible for PeakSave for Business. However, if you switch your electricity account with us to a new supplier, you’ll no longer be able to take part.

If you switch your electricity account to a new supplier and we owe you a credit for a PeakSave for Business event, this will go towards your final bill.

What are the PeakSave for Business Terms and Conditions?

PeakSave for Business events are subject to eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions.

Terms and conditions