Ovo Energy began trading in 2009 and has since quickly emerged as one of the UK’s largest domestic energy suppliers. On their path to becoming one of the largest energy suppliers in the UK, they acquired the home energy division of SSE in 2020. They promise all customers 100% renewable energy as standard.
100% renewable energy
First UK supplier to remove coal and nuclear in 2015
4.3 star rating on Trustpilot
Our Guide To Ovo Energy
Since breaking into the energy market, they have emphasised greener energy. In 2011, the company’s founder, Stephen Fitzpatrick, appeared in Parliament to champion fairer energy for consumers. Another key milestone in Ovo’s success was becoming the first UK supplier to remove coal and nuclear from their energy mix in 2015.
As one of the UK's leading energy suppliers, they offer:
- 100% renewable power
- They will plant a tree in each customer’s name, every year
- Interest when your account is in credit
- Smart meters
- Electric vehicle support and plans
- See your environmental impact
With over 156,131 reviews on Trustpilot, they have an Excellent rating of 4.3 out of a possible 5 stars.
About Ovo Energy
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Ovo Energy Prices And Tariffs
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Who Owns Ovo Energy?
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Ovo Energy Address And Contact
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Ovo Energy Green Performance
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Ovo Energy Cancellation Policy
Ovo Energy offers a range of energy tariffs including renewable options and tariffs with boiler cover included.
Ovo Variable (Simpler Energy)
Ovo's Simpler Energy variable tariff has no fixed contract meaning you can switch at any time. Prices can change every 3 months to stay in line with wholesale costs and the energy price cap.
Fixed Energy Tariffs
OVO Energy also offers fixed tariffs with options of 1 and 2-year contracts. Your unit price and standing charge will stay the same throughout your contract. However, there is an exit fee of £75 per fuel on a 1-year deal and £95 per fuel on a 2-year contract.
Greener Energy
If you're searching for greener energy, Ovo offers a 1-year fixed energy tariff with 100% renewable electricity included. As with other fixed-price deals, your unit rate and standing charge won't change during your contract.
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Founded in the UK in 2009, the company launched their international arm in 2018. Part of the OVO Group, which is a subsidiary of Imagination Industries Ltd, wholly owned by OVO Energy founder Stephen Fitzpatrick.
Ovo Energy Group acquired SSE’s home energy division in January 2020.
The headquarters of OVO Energy is in Bristol, England:
1 Rivergate Temple Quay
Bristol
BS1 6ED
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Energy Source |
% |
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Coal |
0.00% |
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Natural gas |
48.10% |
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Nuclear |
0.00% |
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Renewables |
51.90% |
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Other fuels |
0.00% |
You can leave OVO Energy at any point, after your cooling-off period, the standard 14 days, your switch to them will begin but are free to leave as and when you want.
On their fixed energy tariffs, you’ll need to pay £30 exit fee for each fuel. It’s worth noting, that any debit balances built up in your account will need to be cleared and will be billed on your final statement. Variable tariffs do not have any early exit fees.
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