Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about switching to wholesale-linked energy.
We don't guarantee a fixed energy price because our subscription model is directly linked to the daily wholesale market. This ensures prices accurately reflect real market conditions rather than being inflated to cover long-term risk premiums.
What we do guarantee are the non-energy costs (such as network charges and policy costs). These are hedged a year in advance from an April start date, giving you certainty and stability over these charges while still benefiting from transparent, market-led energy pricing.
Firstly, the UK's energy infrastructure has changed as a result of the energy crisis, ensuring a more reliable supply chain and reducing the odds of another crisis on the scale of 2022. In fact, supplier gas storage minimum levels are mandated by Europe (through the EU's Gas Storage Regulation, meaning the UK is a lot more resilient).
Secondly, since 2022, the UK and EU have invested heavily in LNG terminals and contracts (Qatari, US, Norwegian supply) meaning Russian pipeline exposure is now <10%.
Thirdly, the beauty of a subscription model is that you're not locked into a high price for years. If the market spikes, you only pay that price for a short period. Our 30-day notice period means you have the agility to walk away from an unfavourable market and re-evaluate your strategy, rather than being stuck for years in a contract that no longer makes sense.
A change of tenancy (COT) happens when a business moves into, or out of, a site. It's about updating who's responsible for the energy at that location. The current contract gets cancelled, and the new tenant is free to choose their own supplier and set up a contract that works for them.
A contract novation works a little differently. That's when the business at the site stays the same, but the legal entity responsible for the contract changes — like after a restructure or name change. The existing contract stays in place, but the responsibility transfers to the new entity. We can help guide you through either process.
A Standard Variable Tariff (SVT) is a default supplier product that customers move onto automatically when they are out of contract. It offers no active risk management or customer choice, and prices can change at the supplier's discretion — often at short notice. Because SVTs are designed as "safety net" products rather than competitive options, rates are typically higher than market averages.
In contrast, Subscription Energy is a deliberately chosen product that provides businesses with control and transparency. Customers can select from three tailored funds (Market Tracker, Monthly Hedge or Annual Hedge) aligned with their individual risk appetite, and can move between these options as their needs change. Wholesale energy is procured through actively managed baskets across daily, monthly and yearly positions, ensuring transparent and responsive pricing. Fees are clearly displayed with no undisclosed uplifts, and the model is backed by TotalEnergies' extensive supply operations — combining the reliability of a major supplier with the flexibility of a subscription-based approach.
When you sign up for Hedged and a new supply contract with TotalEnergies, we've made the process as simple as possible. Here's what to check:
- Make sure your current contract's end date aligns with the start of your new one
- Let your existing supplier know you're switching
- Clear any outstanding balance on your account
Most suppliers need around 30 days' notice to process a termination. If this step is missed, your switch could be delayed by up to a month. Once you've signed up, we'll send a confirmation email outlining the next steps. It includes a termination notice template and a list of suppliers you'll need to notify. If you're within the 30-day notice window, we'll let you know — it just means the transfer might take a little longer to complete.