Ebico Energy: What Customers Need To Know in 2022

Who were Ebico Energy?

Ebico Energy were (and still are) a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping energy consumers combat fuel poverty. They supplied 100% renewable energy in conjunction with Robin Hood Energy. However, that changed in 2020 when British Gas bought out Robin Hood Energy.

Is Ebico Energy still trading?

While Ebico still exists and functions as a non-profit organisation, it no longer supplies energy. This is because Robin Hood Energy, who supplied energy to the brand, was bought out. As such, it was unable to function as an energy supplier. So new customers can no longer sign up to Ebico’s renewable energy tariffs.

What happened to Ebico Energy?

Usually when a small green supplier goes bust it’s because their ambition exceeds their capability. Or they encounter a terminal cash flow crisis which is exacerbated by a deterioration in customer service as the supplier struggles to keep up with its own growth.

However, that was not the case with Ebico, which enjoyed strong customer sentiment on Trustpilot. Even now, 75% of reviewers on the platform rate the brand as above average. It was simply a case of British Gas taking over Robin Hood Energy that signalled the end of Ebico as an energy supplier. A lot of other municipally-owned energy companies who were reliant on Robin Hood also had to cease trading, including:

• Angelic Energy
• Beam Energy
• CitizEn Energy
• Fosse Energy
• Great North Energy
• The Leccy
• RAM Energy
• Southend Energy
• White Rose Energy
• Your Energy Sussex

When did Ebico Energy cease trading?

Ebico Energy ceased trading in September 2020 when Robin Hood Energy was bought out by British Gas.

Who has taken over Ebico Energy’s customers?

All of Ebico Energy’s customers (as well as the customers of the brands mentioned above) were migrated to British Gas in September 2020. However, many customers have hardly noticed this, because as part of the agreement in purchasing Robin Hood Energy, British Gas promised to honour the rates currently paid by Ebico customers. They will also continue to be supplied with 100% renewable energy.

Can I still keep my Ebico Energy tariff?

Yes, you will still retain your Ebico Energy tariff for its full duration. However, if you are currently on a fixed-rate energy plan, you may find that when it expires, you have no choice but to switch to one of British Gas’ tariffs.

Given that British Gas are renowned for having some of the most expensive tariffs on the market, you may want to move to something that gives you better value for money.

That’s where we come in!

How we can help

If you’re a former Ebico Energy customer and have migrated to British Gas, the Papernest team can help you to find a better-value energy plan.

We search the market high and low to find the best deal for home’s usage. Including 100% renewable energy plans! We’ll even manage your switch from end-to-end to bring you cheaper green energy faster and without any hassle whatsoever.

Want to know more?

Call us today on 0330 818 6225.

We’re available from 8am to 6pm.

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FAQ

When did Ebico Energy cease trading?

Ebico Energy ceased trading in September 2020 when Robin Hood Energy was bought out by British Gas.

Who were Ebico Energy?

Ebico Energy were a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping energy consumers combat fuel poverty. They supplied 100% renewable energy in conjunction with Robin Hood Energy.

Who has taken over Ebico Energy’s customers?

All of Ebico Energy’s customers were migrated to British Gas in September 2020. However, many customers have hardly noticed this, because as part of the agreement in purchasing Robin Hood Energy, British Gas promised to honour the rates currently paid by Ebico customers.