‘Green electricity’ is generated from renewable sources, such as wind or solar power, which supports a more sustainable environment as they will never run out. These sources can also be described as ‘clean’ energy sources.
Green electricity help
Looking for a little assistance with your kinex energy service? Find the most frequently asked questions and answers below.
Frequently asked questions
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- What is ‘green electricity’?
- How does kinex green electricity work?
- Why is kinex switching to green electricity?
- What green electricity is kinex using?
- Isn’t green electricity really expensive?
- Why should I go green as a business?
- Will quality be affected?
- Will it reduce our overall electricity consumption?
For every unit of electricity kinex supplies, a snazzily named Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGO) certificate is purchased. These certificates allow Ofgem to verify the source of kinex’s electricity.
kinex is dedicated to sustainability and the protection of the environment and by switching to green electricity, we’re showing our support for a cleaner and greener future by powering our customers with 100% renewable electricity. And, by absorbing the cost ourselves, we’re giving a little bit back to our valued customers.
As of 1st September 2018, 100% of our electricity is backed by renewable sources – so it is green and clean.
*kinex reserves the right to change its fuel mix at any time.
Previously there was a view that green electricity was more expensive. kinex’s green electricity comes at no extra cost. This is because we’re taking on the extra cost of going green ourselves, rather than increasing our customers’ costs.
Business Electricity from kinex is backed by 100% renewable energy* and comes from wind farms at no extra cost to you.
By being with kinex you are helping to protect the planet. Every year, a typical business with kinex will save 2.41 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere.**
By switching to us, your business will be reducing its carbon footprint and improving its reputation by showing a commitment to sustainability – and you’ll have a ‘Powered by green’ certificate to show this.
* For the period 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2021 100% came from renewable sources. kinex reserves the right to change its fuel mix at any time.
** Based on an annual average consumption of 10,372 kWh, valid as of 31/03/2021 for consumption between 01/04/2020 & 31/03/2021. Calculated using Greenhouse gas reporting: conversion factors 2020 – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Not at all. All kinex customers will continue to receive the same quality product as before.
Unfortunately not. It will, however, reduce the carbon footprint of your business.