If your business operates in a shopping centre, industrial park, or multi-tenant commercial complex, chances are you are part of an embedded electricity network.
While this setup may seem straightforward, it often comes at a cost—especially for large energy users. Embedded network billing structures are typically designed with simplicity in mind, not efficiency. That can mean you are paying more than you need to, without access to competitive rates or control over your energy procurement.
In this article, we will cover:
- What embedded networks are and why they exist
- The regulatory reforms that give your business the right to choose your own energy retailer
- The benefits and trade-offs of switching away from embedded billing
- How we simplify the entire process for large users looking to optimise costs.
What is an Embedded Network
An embedded network is a private electricity setup where an entire site connects to the main grid via a single parent meter. Electricity is then distributed internally to each business tenant, who is billed through child meters managed by the embedded network operator—usually the landlord or a third-party service provider.
This model is common in:
- Retail precincts and shopping centres
- Business parks and industrial estates
- Multi-tenant commercial buildings
- Airports, hospitals, and mixed-use precincts
For large businesses with significant energy loads, this model often lacks pricing transparency, flexibility, and strategic control.
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How Leading Edge Energy Can Help
At Leading Edge Energy, we specialize in helping commercial and industrial energy users navigate the complexities of energy procurement and emissions reduction. Our services include:
- Comparing energy retailers to find the best contracts for a low-carbon energy supply.
- Advising on renewable energy options, such as PPAs and GreenPower.
- Providing expert guidance on emissions reporting and regulatory compliance.
- Conducting energy audits to identify cost-saving and sustainability opportunities.
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Leading Edge Energy can help you secure stable, competitive rates so energy price spikes don’t affect your bottom line.
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