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Is Opus gas Green?
This means that all our new and renewing customers will receive 100% renewable electricity, backed by these certificates and independently verified by an independent third party, EcoAct. Before we became 100% renewable as standard, we had a great record.
Is Opus Energy Green?
Opus Energy is proud to announce that our Fuel Mix Disclosure for the reporting period April 2019 to March 2020 is 100% renewable. This is the third consecutive year that our electricity is 100% renewable, and we’re proud to be able to support businesses across the UK to reduce their environmental impact.
Is Opus the same as octopus?
Opus’s design is inspired by the real thing (octopus vulgaris in particular), but minus the creepy parrot-like beak. Octopuses (not octopi) are members of the Cephalopod family, which also includes squid, cuttlefish, and chambered Nautiluses.
Who is Opus owned by?
We’re part of Drax Group, owner of the UK’s biggest single-site renewable generator. Through the innovation of our parent company and the support of our customers, we’re aiming to build a brighter, sustainable future together.
Does Opus Energy still exist?
We’ve supplied energy to UK businesses and other organisations since 2002. And whether it’s gas or 100% renewable power that you need, we’re here to help.
Does Opus Energy have another name?
The company was established in 2001 as Oxford Power Holdings Limited; it was renamed on 28 October 2010.
How many customers does Opus Energy have?
Opus Energy is the leading independent energy supplier for businesses in the UK – we’re the sixth largest choice for businesses and now supply over 275,000 customers.
Does Drax own opus?
As part of this ongoing process, Drax is today announcing that it has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire Opus Energy and an agreement to acquire four OCGT development projects for electricity generation.
Who is the CEO of Opus Energy?
Charlie Crossley Cooke is the founder and Chief Executive of Opus Energy, which he established in 2002. Charlie’s aim was to set up an independent company that could competitively source and supply electricity for the UK’s business sector.
How many energy companies went bust 2021?
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| Energy Supplier | Date Supplier Went Bust | No. of Customers |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegreen Energy | 02/11/2021 | 5,900 |
| GOTO Energy | 18/10/2021 | 22,000 |
| Daligas | 14/10/2021 | 9,000 |
| Pure Planet | 13/10/2021 | 235,000 |
Which energy companies are at risk?
Pure Planet, Ampower, Zebra Energy and Neon Reef are believed to be among the companies at risk of collapse, affecting hundreds of thousands of customers. Pure Planet alone has around 250,000 customers.
How much of Opus Energy’s electricity is renewable?
For the latest reporting, covering 1st April 2019-31st March 2020, Opus Energy announced that 100% of the electricity we supplied to our customers came from renewable sources. Generators are provided with a government certificate as evidence that they’ve produced renewable energy.
Is Opus Energy a feed-in tariff?
Opus Energy is a voluntary Feed-in Tariff (FIT) licensee. This means you can receive your FIT payments from them (as long as your system is MCS certified) if you are an Opus Energy customer, but they are not obliged to offer this service on an ongoing basis. You can learn more on their website.
What is the fuel mix disclosure and how does it work?
This is called the Fuel Mix Disclosure and it is announced on 1st October each year. Fuel Mix Disclosures allow energy customers to see which energy sources contribute to the electricity they pay for.
Who are opus Power Holdings?
Opus established themselves in 2002, when they were called Oxford Power Holdings, and have offices based in Northampton and Oxford. They changed their name to Opus in 2010. In 2015, Opus broke up ‘The Big Six’s dominance slightly when they snuck into 6th place.