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What is the energy price cap?
The energy price cap limits how much energy suppliers can charge you per unit of electricity and gas, and the daily standing charge. It's set by the energy regulator Ofgem and reviewed quarterly. This cap helps protect households from sudden, excessive price hikes in the wholesale market, though it doesn't cap your total bill, only the unit price.
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