When Marco Orsi switches off the lights at night at his family business, Cafe Royale in Pontypridd, it does not suddenly stop consuming energy.
"Energy costs are pretty high with businesses like this, I have coffee machines, microwaves , refrigerators, hot plates, lighting - when you open it starts taking over straight away and when you close it still consumes energy," said Marco.
The 62-year-old's business is one of many across Wales trying to navigate their way through a period of soaring energy bills. In Pontypridd some business owners have spoken of how they feel they're in “uncharted territory”, and they are uncertain if the six-month Energy Bill Relief Scheme, which will see the Government subsidise their fuel bills, will be enough. You can get more Pontypridd news and other story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.
