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Weekly Energy News Recap & Forecast for Restaurants

September 15, 2025 | 3 Minute Read

Key Market Updates

• Natural Gas Prices Remain Low: Natural gas prices in the Northwest U.S. have hit historic lows in 2025, with the key Northwest Sumas hub averaging just $1.59/MMBtu through August. June saw a record low of $0.56/MMBtu. This is great news for restaurants using natural gas for cooking and heating, as it could translate to lower utility bills.

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• Restaurant Menu Prices Rising: Despite lower natural gas prices, overall inflation continues to affect the restaurant industry. Menu prices rose 0.3% in August, continuing a seven-month trend of steady increases. Year-over-year, prices for food away from home are up 3.9%.

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• Energy Costs a Factor: Rising energy costs are a contributing factor to menu price inflation. Energy prices rose 0.7% in August, with gasoline up 1.9%. This volatility highlights the importance of managing energy costs effectively.

Forecast & Recommendations

• Natural Gas: Expect continued low natural gas prices in the short term, providing some relief on utility bills. However, the EIA forecasts a record U.S. natural gas consumption in 2025, which could lead to price increases in the long run.

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• Electricity: Electricity prices are more volatile, especially in deregulated markets. For example, in Texas, the average commercial electricity rate is 9.14¢/kWh, but the lowest available rate is 5.77¢/kWh. This shows the significant savings potential in these markets.

Take Control of Your Energy Costs

In deregulated energy markets, you have the power to choose your electricity provider and lock in competitive rates. GWT2Energy can help you navigate this complex market and secure the best energy supply contracts for your restaurant. Our reverse auction bid software creates a competitive bidding environment, ensuring you get the best possible rates.

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About This Newsletter

The GWT2Energy Weekly Energy Recap & Forecast is published every week to provide restaurant operators with timely, actionable intelligence on energy markets and cost management strategies. Our analysis combines real-time market data with industry-specific insights to help restaurant operators make informed decisions about energy procurement and efficiency investments.

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Questions or feedback? Contact us at info@gwt2energy.com​

This newsletter is prepared by GWT2Energy Consulting Services. Market data sourced from EIA, industry publications, and proprietary market analysis. All forecasts and recommendations are based on current market conditions and are subject to change.

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