{"id":54508,"date":"2026-02-05T15:29:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T05:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/tips-and-insights\/what-is-load-shifting-2\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T08:37:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T22:37:17","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-electricity-plan-for-your-small-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/tips-and-insights\/how-to-choose-the-right-electricity-plan-for-your-small-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the right electricity plan for your small business"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":39078,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-energy-knowledge"],"acf":{"page_builder":[{"acf_fc_layout":"blog_hero","title":"<h2>How to choose the right electricity plan for your small business<\/h2>","blurb":"For small business owners, choosing the right electricity plan can make a real difference to your energy costs and how much control you have over your usage. ","read_length":"4 mins","background_colour":"dark-blue"},{"acf_fc_layout":"blog_article","sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"<h4>How to choose the right electricity plan for your small business<\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choosing the right electricity plan can make a real difference to your energy costs and how much control you have over your usage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">For small business owners, electricity is often managed alongside everything else in daily life, unlike larger businesses that may have in-house specialists to find the right plan. Without a dedicated energy expert\u00a0on your team, it can be hard to know which plan is right\u00a0for your needs\u00a0or when it makes sense to switch.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s\u00a0why\u00a0we\u2019ve\u00a0put together this guide \u2013\u00a0we'll\u00a0explain\u00a0the\u00a0different types\u00a0of electricity plans available, when moving to a different pricing structure may be worth considering, and how Flow Power supports small businesses with smart, variable\u00a0plans.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun SCXW87790856 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW87790856 BCX0\">What electricity plans are available for small businesses?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW87790856 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most small business customers are on standard electricity plans designed for low to moderate energy use.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">These plans\u00a0typically have\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">flexible<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0terms<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0are\u00a0easy to switch. Pricing is often based on peak and off-peak periods, with costs bundled into a single usage rate plus a daily supply charge.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h4>Small business electricity plans vs commercial electricity contracts<\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small business electricity plans are\u00a0typically designed for\u00a0simplicity, with\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">flexible\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">terms<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0no\u00a0exit fees, allowing\u00a0businesses\u00a0to\u00a0easily\u00a0move plans if their needs change.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial and industrial electricity contracts are structured differently. These contracts are\u00a0tailored to\u00a0larger energy users and usually include fixed terms and exit fees. They can range from long term power purchase agreements to\u00a0retail\u00a0contracts linked directly to wholesale electricity prices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercial contracts are typically suited to businesses with higher energy use and dedicated resources to manage energy procurement, like large manufacturing operations or agribusinesses.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"pull_out","content":"<h4 aria-level=\"3\">When can my business move to a large market electricity contract?<\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your\u00a0business may be eligible to move from a small business electricity plan to a large market commercial contract,\u00a0depending\u00a0on\u00a0your\u00a0annual electricity usage and\u00a0your\u00a0state.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Current usage thresholds\u00a0for each state:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>New South Wales: 100 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Victoria: 40 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>South Australia: 160 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Queensland: 100 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Australian Capital Territory: 100 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Tasmania: 150 MWh\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Outside of Victoria, all other states allow combining the load of same business sites to get them over the threshold to treat as a large business.\u00a0If\u00a0your\u00a0business meets the threshold\u00a0for your state, electricity retailers like Flow Power can review\u00a0your\u00a0past billing data to assess whether moving to a large market contract could offer cost benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Businesses that move to these contracts are typically supported by a dedicated account manager throughout the transition.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is switching electricity plans always\u00a0a good idea?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moving to a large market contract can sometimes result in changes to network tariffs, which may significantly affect overall costs. In some cases,\u00a0the process of\u00a0returning to a small business plan after being classified as a large commercial customer can be complex and time consuming.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Before switching,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0important to understand how pricing works and whether the change suits your\u00a0business\u2019\u00a0energy usage patterns.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electricity plans for small businesses with Flow Power<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">For small businesses that\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0meet the threshold criteria\u00a0for a commercial and industrial contract, Flow Power offers electricity plans designed to provide more control and transparency.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">After almost 30 years of supporting large energy users with wholesale-linked pricing, Flow Power now supports small to medium sized businesses with tools and insights to help manage energy more effectively.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small to medium sized\u00a0businesses can\u00a0access Flow Power\u2019s small business electricity plan.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">This plan is designed to help businesses understand their energy use and\u00a0identify\u00a0opportunities to optimise it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key features include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cost saving potential through wholesale-linked pricing and a Price Efficiency Adjustment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sustainability, with 100%\u00a0GreenPower\u00a0included as standard and support for renewable projects like the Karadoc Solar Farm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Control and transparency through real-time energy insights in the Flow App and Flow Hub\u00a0(for customers in VIC only)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This plan\u00a0is best\u00a0suited to\u00a0businesses with daytime electricity use, solar\u00a0and\u00a0battery systems, or electric vehicles charged on-site.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[button text='Learn more' link='https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/small-business\/' type='new']\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Solar and battery options for small businesses<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Government incentives are helping small businesses invest in battery storage alongside new or existing solar systems. Pairing solar and batteries with a\u00a0variable rate\u00a0electricity plan can help improve energy resilience and reduce long-term costs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve\u00a0partnered with Solar Choice to help small businesses find the best solar and battery solutions for their requirements.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/compare.solarchoice.net.au\/flowpower\/?sca=flowpower++&amp;utm_source=inbound&amp;utm_medium=flowpower&amp;utm_campaign=solarchoice_batteryquote\">Click here to learn more<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><\/h4>\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choosing the right electricity plan<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">The right electricity plan can help you better understand your energy use and reduce monthly costs, making a big difference for your business\u2019s bottom line.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Flow Power supports small businesses with transparent pricing, real-time\u00a0electricity\u00a0insights, and 100%\u00a0GreenPower\u00a0included as standard.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check out our rates for small businesses to see how much you could save.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[button text='View our pricing' link='https:\/\/flowpower.com.au\/residential\/pricing\/energy-fact-sheets\/' type='new']"}],"background_colour":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","large":false,"background_colour":""}],"summary":"For small business owners, choosing the right electricity plan can make a real difference to your energy costs and how much control you have over your usage. 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