The Makayda Energy Blog

Insights on clean energy, disciplined execution, and building for the long term.

At Makayda Energy, we believe in timeless ideas—drawn from the fields of renewable energy, entrepreneurship, and our own journey as developers. Each post shares lessons from real-world experience, reflections on clean power’s future, or principles that guide how we work.

Whether you're a landowner, investor, policymaker, or simply curious, you’ll find stories here worth reading—and revisiting.

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What is an Electricity Demand Charge? And How Can You Reduce It?

Business owners, often preoccupied with operations, might overlook electricity demand charges, but these fees, calculated based on peak energy needs during short intervals, can significantly impact commercial electricity bills, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing them for cost control and profitability.

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