About Ecotricity
Ecotricity was founded in 1995 by Dale Vince in Stroud, Gloucestershire, making it one of the oldest independent energy suppliers in the UK and one of the earliest to focus specifically on renewable electricity. The company describes itself as a green energy company that reinvests bill revenue into building new sources of renewable generation rather than distributing profits to shareholders.
Ecotricity remains privately owned by its founder and serves approximately 200,000 domestic customers. It is a relatively small supplier by customer numbers but has a long-established reputation in the green energy market.
Ecotricity has consistently scored highly in independent sustainability assessments. In Which? sustainability rankings it has held a position among the top-rated suppliers for multiple consecutive years, alongside Good Energy. It also scores well on complaints data through Citizens Advice, with one of the lower complaint escalation rates in the industry.
Tariff types offered
Ecotricity offers green electricity tariffs backed by renewable generation. The company focuses on building its own wind and solar generation capacity in the UK rather than relying solely on REGO certificate purchases.
Fixed and variable tariff options are available. Ecotricity has also offered a vegan energy tariff, which avoids anaerobic digestion plants that use animal by-products. Check current products and availability at your postcode.
Contact information
Phone: 08000 326 100
Website: ecotricity.co.uk/contact-us
To compare current tariffs from Ecotricity alongside other UK suppliers, use the comparison tool below.
Trustpilot rating
Ecotricity holds a Trustpilot rating of approximately 4.0 to 4.3 out of 5. Common positive themes include the company's green credentials, bill accuracy, and customer service responsiveness relative to its size. Check Trustpilot directly for the current rating.
Fuel mix
Ecotricity publishes an annual fuel mix disclosure reflecting its own generation and power purchase agreements. The company builds new renewable generation sites in the UK. Check the Ecotricity website for current figures.