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A simpler way to buy renewable energy, directly from UK generators

The Sustainable Energy Consortium (SEC) is a game-changing alternative to Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, for organisations ready to go beyond green tariffs.

Join 100+ businesses sourcing verified UK renewable electricity from 100+ UK generators through a new way of buying clean energy.

The world’s first renewable electricity buying group

SEC connects businesses directly with a diversified portfolio of UK renewable generators through one transparent buying group.

Members receive traceable, half-hourly matched green electricity, without the complexity of negotiating a bespoke CPPA.

See the generators powering SEC

*All generation assets are currently not included in this map.

Why businesses choose SEC

Verified Green Energy
Direct access to traceable, REGO-backed renewable generation.
Supply Chain Impact (Scope 3)
Reduce supply chain emissions by adding multiple partners into the consortium – no complications or restrictions.
Long-Term Energy Security
5-year access to a diversified mix of generation technologies for greater supply resilience.
Price Protection from fossil fuel fluctuation
Renewable energy can provide price protection from fossil fuel volatility.
Buy directly from UK generators
Verified UK renewable electricity with half-hourly matching.

Why SEC is different

	Standard green tariff	Corporate PPA	Sustainable Energy Consortium
Half-hourly matched renewable electricity	❌	✅	✅
Sourced directly from renewable generators	❌	✅	✅
Quick sign up	✅	❌	✅
Accessible beyond the largest organisations	✅	❌	✅
Non-commodity cost relief	❌	✅	✅

Meet the generators behind SEC

SEC is backed by a growing portfolio of wind, solar and hydro assets across the UK.

This video gives you a snapshot on just 6 of the 100+ renewable generation assets feeding into SEC. With a mix of technologies, this provides energy security and reassurance that we can match your businesses energy demands.

Trusted by 100+ organisations

“SEC has given itsu budget certainty through a secure 5-year contract, protecting the company from volatile energy prices while supporting its transition to green energy.”

Mark Mason, Head of Supply Chain & Procurement, itsu Ltd

“SEC has been a game changer for Inspire Education Group. It provides us with long-term price security and verified green electricity we need to support our local and regional decarbonisation goals.”

Wayne Granger, Environmental and Health & Safety Officer, Inspire Education Group

“SEC gives us a flexible approach: we can sleeve our energy to the Palace but also supply green energy when that is not possible. When you are a fairly small generator, you need partnerships like this to create scaled and ambitious outcomes.”

Roy Cox, Managing Director, Blenheim Estates

Sustainable Energy First shortlisted for Reuters Global Sustainability Award 2026

Sustainable Energy First has been named a finalist in the Product Innovation category at the prestigious Reuters Global Sustainability Awards!

Our Sustainable Energy Consortium (SEC) has been recognised as a breakthrough in clean energy procurement, providing organisations with credible, traceable renewable electricity without the complexity and cost of a Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA).

The Reuters Global Sustainability Awards recognise organisations proving that sustainability delivers measurable business value through innovation, resilience and real-world impact.

With more than 750 submissions across nine categories, reaching the finalist stage is a significant achievement.

Built for sustainability reporting

Greenhouse Gas Protocol

Dual location and market-based reporting.

SBTi Compatible

Fully meets market-based Scope 2 requirements; UK generation + consumption = geographic correlation; High-quality, traceable REGOs with auditable reporting; Supports Net-Zero and Near-Term Target claims.

RE100 Compliant

All energy matched with UK-issued REGOs; Detailed reporting: source, site, commissioning date; Exclusive UK renewable sourcing meets in-market criteria.

Climate Group

Energy matched with REGO exclusive accepted renewable generation sources under 15 years old paired with minimum hourly meter data under a project specific supply / financial PPA.

EU CSRD

Supports auditability and granularity, including: Source-specific matching; Commissioning dates for additionality; Community & biodiversity benefits (ESRS E1/E4).