Energy Guides
This page lists all of our energy guides, so you can browse through them and find what you need. So far, we have guides on gas and electricity meters, guides on tariff and pricing options, and one on renewable energy. We are continually updating the guides and writing new ones.
Energy Meter Guides
In this section we have listed guides to help you understand the different types of meters available in Belgium, how and when to submit meter readings, and also how to find your EAN code.
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Where is the EAN Code and What is it Used For?The EAN code identifies the point of supply for your electricity and gas. You may be asked for it by your distribution network operator, or your supplier, in the context of a move, a new connection, or if you wish to terminate your contract. In this guide we cover everything you need to know about the EAN code. |
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How to Take a Meter ReadingDo you need to take the meter reading but you don't know how to do it? This guide explains meter reading procedures depending on your network manager and how to take them depending on the type of meter you have. We also explain when to take the reading and why it is important for you to do so. |
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Energy Meters: Types of meters in Belgium, Process for Installing a New Meter, and How to Read OneAn energy meter measures the amount of electricity or gas consumed in kWhs over a set period of time. Your energy supplier determines your bills according to this measurement. In this guide we will cover the different types of meters, including: single-rate meters, dual-rate meters, gas meters, and budget meters. |
Tariff and Pricing Guides
In this section, we have listed guides to help you understand the peculiarities of fixed vs variable pricing in Belgium, and also what are peak and off peak tariffs and their times.
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Fixed or Variable Energy Tariff, What Kind of Contract Should you Choose ?In Belgium, there are two main tariff options for energy contracts: fixed or variable price tariffs. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each one? Thanks to this energy guide, you will know the differences between these two types of pricing options and be able to decide which tariff is best for you according to your consumption profile. |
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Peak and Off Peak Hours: Is Electricity Cheaper at Night?The dual rate meter is one of the 3 types of electric meters in Belgium. It offers two distinct pricing modes: peak hours, otherwise known as daytime rates, and off-peak hours, also called nighttime rates. In this energy guide, we explain their differences and share with you the off-peak and peak times. |
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Average Gas and Electricity Bill in BelgiumWondering what the average gas or electricity bill is in Belgium? How often do you need to pay? In this energy guide, we will cover those questions and more to make sure you know and understand the components of your energy bill. |
Renewable Energy
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Renewable Energy and the Environment in BelgiumIn this renewable energy guide we cover the renewable energies available in Belgium (solar panels, biomass, and even wind power), what are the technologies and tools in place with which to reduce pollution at home, and finally, how to offset your carbon emissions. |
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Solar Panels: Prices and the Prosumer RatesThis energy guide explains everything you need to know about solar panels: the difference between photovoltaic and solar thermal panels, their prices, what is prosumer rates, and feed-in meters. We also share supplier tariffs for solar panel owners. |