Why MHHS is a Game Changer for Your Business
If you’ve been following the energy industry buzz you’ve probably come across MHHS (Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement.) It sounds like jargon but it’s actually one of the biggest shifts coming to how energy is measured and billed in the UK. At SRD, we’ve seen firsthand how MHHS can benefit businesses that have transitioned to half-hourly data and why embracing this change early can really pay off in the long term.
What Is MHHS?
Put simply MHHS means settling electricity consumption based on actual smart meter readings every 30 minutes instead of relying on estimated bills or monthly averages. This creates a more accurate picture of when and how much electricity you’re using so your bills truly reflect your consumption patterns. We’ve seen with many clients how tricky data collection can be on a project causing delays or even inaccurate data altogether. Half-hourly metering helps avoid these headaches by giving you easier and way more accurate access to your energy data. At the end of the day, your energy use information belongs to you, the business, not the energy suppliers who often make it as hard as possible to get a clear view of what’s really going on.
Why Businesses Should Care
Imagine running a business with variable energy usage. Maybe your operations ramp up in the evenings or you’ve got a fleet of EVs charging overnight. Under old billing methods you might get hit with flat-rate prices that don’t reward you for off-peak consumption.
MHHS changes all that. By splitting the day into half-hour chunks energy suppliers can offer smarter tariffs incentivising you to shift your usage to cheaper times saving you money and smoothing demand on the grid.
What We’re Seeing at SRD Technical
We work closely with clients who’ve already moved to half-hourly data and the feedback is clear: smart meters are proving incredibly useful. They’re not just meters, they're tools that give businesses real-time insights into energy consumption. With this data our clients can
Identify peak usage windows and shift non-essential loads
Optimise EV charging schedules to off-peak hours
Monitor energy intensive equipment more closely for efficiency gains
One client, a medium-sized manufacturer, told us that after switching to HH data they adjusted their production schedule to reduce costs by roughly 10%. That’s the kind of impact real-time data can make.
Beyond Cost Savings Flexibility and Sustainability
MHHS also enables integration with cutting-edge energy tech think battery storage solar generation and smart charging infrastructure. This flexibility means businesses can play an active role in grid balancing potentially earning incentives for reducing load during peak times.
Plus smart energy management supports sustainability goals cutting carbon footprints and enhancing your brand’s green credentials.
No Need to Fear the Transition
Change is always daunting especially with complex systems like energy billing but MHHS rollout includes early adoption schemes so you can test the waters without jumping in headfirst. We recommend starting with elective half-hourly settlement (EHHS) pilots to gather insights and prepare your systems.
MHHS is more than a regulatory update; it's a real opportunity for businesses to save money, improve operations and contribute to a smarter energy future. At SRD Technical we’re excited to help you navigate this change smoothly and make the most of your smart meter data.
