Gas and electricity explained
Gas and electricity – the energy industry explained
More than 2,000 power stations across the UK generate our energy. They are powered by gas, coal, and nuclear energy. Around 4% of our electricity comes from renewable energy installations including hydro power schemes and wind farms. The six largest energy suppliers in Britain are British Gas, E.ON, npower, Scottish & Southern Energy, ScottishPower and EDF Energy. Together they control 99% of the market. The market for renewable energy is growing all the time.
Gas and electricity – your options
Gas and electricity price rises have left customers with larger and larger bills which many now struggle to pay. But there is good news. People could save up to £325 a year by switching their energy suppliers. We’ll show you how to get the best deal and find the supplier that’s right for you with our free and impartial switching service - and explain all your options from dual fuel to Economy 7.
Energy plans and tariffs explained
Some suppliers offer special dual fuel plans, offering incentives and reduced prices for combined electricity and gas services. Economy 7 is an electricity tariff with different pricing structures according to the time of day. You can also choose green tariffs from the big six established suppliers, and there are smaller companies who specialise in this, set up specifically to help combat climate change.
Switch your energy supplier with uSwitch.com
Our gas and electricity comparison and switching service provides a comprehensive, accurate and impartial comparison of suppliers based on your needs. What’s more and unlike some other information sources, using our gas & electricity supplier calculator, we can find the cheapest supplier for you that meets your requirements, whether that’s for green energy or the cheapest possible energy bills. Start switching now.
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