Anya Kussé
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Dynamic energy contracts are rapidly gaining ground in the Belgian energy market. While this type of contract was rarely offered just a few years ago, both the supply and interest in them are growing today. Nevertheless, actual usage remains limited for the time being. This is evident from the CREG’s latest annual report on the dynamic electricity pricing market in 2025.
With a dynamic energy contract, the electricity price changes every 15 minutes in line with prices on the wholesale market. This creates opportunities for companies that can flexibly manage their energy consumption, but at the same time, the price risk shifts entirely to the customer.
Dynamic contracts require a fundamentally different approach to energy management. Companies that do not actively adjust their consumption to price fluctuations risk incurring higher energy costs during peak periods.
The greatest opportunity, therefore, lies in flexibility. Companies that can shift energy-intensive processes to times when electricity is cheaper can achieve significant savings. For example:
⚡ Smart charging of electric commercial vehicles
⚡ Controlling refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, or production processes
⚡ Deploying battery systems or energy storage
⚡ Optimizing the self-consumption of solar energy
That said, we would like to temper the hype surrounding negative electricity prices. In 2025, there were indeed times when electricity prices fell below zero, with peaks as low as -€450/MWh. However, for the time being, such extreme events have only a limited impact on the total annual bill. Structured energy management remains far more important than reacting to exceptional price spikes.
For businesses, this means that a dynamic contract is most cost-effective when energy management is approached strategically. Technology plays a key role in this. A meter that can be read digitally every 15 minutes is essential, but smart control, load management, automation, and battery storage are also becoming increasingly important.
In addition, the role of solar panels is also changing. Due to the sharp increase in solar power generation, low or even negative prices are becoming more common during sunny hours. As a result, maximizing self-consumption is becoming increasingly important. Battery systems can also help to store cheap or self-generated energy for use later in the day.
Some notable figures from the report
The CREG’s conclusion is clear: dynamic energy contracts primarily offer opportunities for organizations that have the flexibility, technology, and active energy management capabilities. Without smart management, price volatility and complexity often outweigh the potential benefits.
At Odot, however, we remain advocates of a hybrid strategy that also allows companies to lock in prices for portions of their volume. As an Energy Accountant, we help mitigate future price risks, resulting in a predictable energy budget for the coming years.
Please feel free to contact one of our energy experts for personalized advice.