Business electricity use in Scottish Borders
Businesses and other organisations in Scottish Borders used 270 GWh of electricity in 2024, across 7,262 business meters. That is 15.9% less than in 2012, and 0.4% less than in 2023.
- Official government figures, 2012 to 2024
- Scottish Borders is number 17 of 32 council areas in Scotland by business electricity use
- Free business energy quotes for firms in the area
Scottish Borders in figures
| Business electricity use, 2024 | 270 GWh |
|---|---|
| Change since 2012 | -15.9% |
| Change since 2023 | -0.4% |
| Business electricity meters | 7,262 |
| Average use per business meter | 37,113 kWh (Great Britain 61,524 kWh) |
| Rank in Scotland | 17 of 32 |
Source: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, subnational electricity consumption statistics, 2012 to 2024. Non-domestic means businesses and other organisations, including public buildings. Meters are counted in thousands by DESNZ.
What businesses in Scottish Borders pay
Government figures put the average price paid by the smallest businesses at 38.36p per kWh in Q2 2026, including the Climate Change Levy and excluding VAT. See business electricity prices by business size, or get quotes for your own premises using the form above.
Other council areas in Scotland
- Glasgow City: 1,500 GWh
- City of Edinburgh: 1,224 GWh
- Highland: 848 GWh
- Fife: 814 GWh
- North Lanarkshire: 696 GWh
- Aberdeenshire: 614 GWh
- Aberdeen City: 569 GWh
- South Lanarkshire: 494 GWh
Questions businesses ask
How much electricity do businesses in Scottish Borders use?
Non-domestic users in Scottish Borders used 270 GWh of electricity in 2024, according to government figures, across 7,262 meters, an average of 37,113 kWh per meter.
Is business electricity use in Scottish Borders rising or falling?
It is 15.9% less than in 2012 and 0.4% less than in 2023. Changes reflect firms opening, closing or moving, efficiency improvements, and large sites such as factories or data centres.
How can a business in Scottish Borders cut its electricity costs?
Check when your contract ends and compare offers before then, so you are not moved onto out-of-contract rates. Compare the unit rate and standing charge together. An independent consultant can get quotes for you.
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