As businesses across the UK move toward greener operations, many are investing in renewable energy like solar panels and wind turbines. But did you know you could get paid for the extra electricity you generate?

Thanks to the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), businesses can now turn unused electricity into real income — while contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable grid.

🔄 What is the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)?

The Smart Export Guarantee is a UK government scheme launched in January 2020. It requires medium to large electricity suppliers (with more than 150,000 customers) to pay businesses and households for the excess electricity they export to the National Grid.

This applies to electricity generated using renewable technologies such as:

• Solar PV (Photovoltaic panels)
• Wind turbines
• Micro combined heat and power (micro-CHP)
• Hydro
• Anaerobic digestion (biogas systems)

✅ How It Works

• Your business installs a renewable energy system and a smart or export meter.
• You generate electricity — using what you need for your site.
• Any unused electricity is exported to the grid.
• You get paid per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of exported energy under a SEG tariff.

Each energy supplier sets their own SEG tariff rate, so shopping around is important.

💼 Benefits for UK Businesses

• Reduce your energy bills through self-generation.
• Earn extra income from exporting surplus electricity.
• Improve your environmental credentials and meet sustainability goals.
• Boost long-term ROI on your renewable energy investment.

🛠️ How Candid Technology Ltd Can Help

At Candid Technology Ltd, we help businesses:

• Check if they qualify for SEG.
• Compare SEG tariffs across multiple suppliers.
• Ensure the right meter and system are in place.
• Maximise the value of their energy generation.

We also support you in securing the best deals for your electricity, gas, water, telecom, and card machine services — all under one roof.

📞 Ready to Get Paid for Your Power?

If you’re investing in solar or other renewable technologies, don’t miss out on the Smart Export Guarantee. Contact Candid Technology Ltd today and let us guide you through the process — from eligibility to export payments.