Fixed Rate Contract for DG7 Energy Users 2025 – Are You Missing Out?

Susanne Sweetman
Budget certainty is possible — but only if you act before the market shifts again.
Why This Matters
If your business has a DG7 meter, you’re classified as a large energy user. That gives you leverage in how you purchase energy — but it also means you’re more exposed to market volatility.
In 2025, the smartest DG7 customers are locking in Fixed Rate Contracts — gaining pricing stability while avoiding the unpredictable swings of the wholesale market.
 
What Is a Fixed Rate Contract?
 
A Fixed Rate Contract locks in your energy unit price for a set period — usually 1 to 3 years. This means your cost per kWh stays the same throughout the contract term, regardless of what happens in the wider energy market.
These contracts are available to DG7 users and negotiated directly with energy suppliers — often with terms customised to suit your load profile.
 
The Key Benefits
 
Budgetary Certainty
You’ll know exactly what your energy will cost month to month, making it easier to forecast and manage budgets — especially for multi-site or high-consumption operations.
 
Protection from Price Spikes
Fixed rates shield your business from external volatility — whether due to supply shortages, geopolitical tension, or grid constraints.
 
Negotiation Power
As a large user, you may be able to secure more favourable pricing and terms than standard commercial contracts. We help you negotiate those deals.
 
Advance Fixing
Some fixed contracts allow you to lock in prices months in advance, giving you even more flexibility to time the market.
 
What to Consider
 
Contract Term
Fixed contracts typically range from 12 to 36 months. Early termination may trigger penalties, so clarity on commitment is key.
 
Time-of-Day Pricing
Many fixed rate contracts for large users are structured around Seasonal Time of Day (STOD) pricing — meaning your costs differ depending on time blocks (day/night/peak) and seasons.
 
No Benefit from Falling Prices
While you’re protected against increases, you’re also locked out of drops in wholesale prices. That’s why timing and market insight are crucial.
 
Fixed vs. Variable – What’s the Cost of Doing Nothing?
Many businesses on standard tracker or default rollover contracts are paying more — without realising it. When markets spike, these companies feel the full impact immediately.
Even small increases in wholesale prices can cost large energy users tens of thousands in unplanned spend over the year.
 
How We Help
At EnergyBroker.ie, we help DG7 clients:
  • Benchmark multiple supplier offers
  • Time their entry to lock in strong fixed rates
  • Navigate STOD structures and demand profiles
  • Align energy strategy with operational planning
One logistics firm we worked with saved €48,000 annually by switching to a well-timed 24-month fixed contract — even during a high market cycle.
 
Is a Fixed Rate Right for You?
Every DG7 customer has different usage patterns, risk tolerance, and financial goals. We’ll review your profile and walk you through your options — fixed or otherwise.
 
Book a free fixed rate strategy review
Or just reply to our latest email and we’ll take it from there.
 
About EnergyBroker.ie
We’re Ireland’s independent energy advisor for commercial clients. From contract negotiation to supplier management, we help large users cut costs, reduce risk, and regain control of their energy strategy.
 
 
Don’t let the market decide your energy costs. Let’s fix that — literally.