Get paid for generating green electricity
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) encourages people and businesses who generate surplus renewable energy to get paid for electricity they export back to the National Grid.
Please ensure you have the relevant documentation needed before you apply. You can find this information below.
It’s also important you read and agree to the SEG tariff terms and conditions.
Get paid for generating green electricity
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) encourages people and businesses who generate surplus renewable energy to get paid for electricity they export back to the National Grid.
Please ensure you have the relevant documentation needed before you apply. You can find this information below.
It’s also important you read and agree to the SEG tariff terms and conditions.
One of the best export rates on the market[1]
We now have two SEG tariffs which pay our customers for each unit of electricity they generate and export back to the grid. These tariffs are variable - meaning the price you are paid per unit you export back to the National Grid can go up or down. Please note, the export price is not linked to any Ofgem price cap or FIT tariff rates.
SmartGen
Price Per kWh = 12p[1]
- Customers who meet the eligibility criteria (detailed below) for SEG will be able to take advantage of this product.
- The unit rate is variable.
- Paid into customer’s bank account every 90 days
SmartGen+
Price Per kWh = 15p[2]
- Customers who meet the eligibility criteria (detailed below) for SEG and installed their solar panels and/or battery through ScottishPower will be able to take advantage of this product
- The unit rate is variable.
- Paid into customer’s bank account every 90 days
What do I need to have to get SEG?
You get paid a fixed rate for any excess renewable electricity you export to the grid from sources such as:
- Solar PV
- A wind turbine
- A hydro system
- An anaerobic digestion system
- A micro combined heat and power system (micro-CHP)
- An anaerobic digestion system – Ofgem Confirmation of the ‘AD Reporting Start Date’
What do I need to have to get SEG?
You get paid a fixed rate for any excess renewable electricity you export to the grid from sources such as:
- Solar PV
- A wind turbine
- A hydro system
- An anaerobic digestion system
- A micro combined heat and power system (micro-CHP)
- An anaerobic digestion system – Ofgem Confirmation of the ‘AD Reporting Start Date’
What is the eligibility for SEG?
- Be the owner of the generation unit, e.g. the solar panels
- Your system cannot exceed the 5MW capacity limit (or 50kW for Micro-CHP systems)
- Have an export, smart, automatic meter reading (AMR) or other half hourly read capable meter which can record exported energy every half-hour
- Have a Microgeneration Certificate Scheme (MCS), Flexi-Orb or similar certified installation and be able to provide the certificate
- Have a confirmed Distribution Network Operator (DNO) export grid connection (usually a letter or email) - this is preferred but not mandatory.
- You must opt-out of any existing FIT Export agreement, if you have one
- Have completed and submitted the Anaerobic Digestion Declaration form to Ofgem
- Have email confirm from Ofgem of the Anaerobic Digestion Reporting Start Date
- Will provide Anaerobic Digestion quarterly and annual confirmation of the sustainability declarations to Ofgem
- If the Anaerobic Digestion TIC >1 Mw provide evidence of the annual sustainability audit report submitted and accepted by Ofgem
What is the eligibility for SEG?
- Be the owner of the generation unit, e.g. the solar panels
- Your system cannot exceed the 5MW capacity limit (or 50kW for Micro-CHP systems)
- Have an export, smart, automatic meter reading (AMR) or other half hourly read capable meter which can record exported energy every half-hour
- Have a Microgeneration Certificate Scheme (MCS), Flexi-Orb or similar certified installation and be able to provide the certificate
- Have a confirmed Distribution Network Operator (DNO) export grid connection (usually a letter or email) - this is preferred but not mandatory.
- You must opt-out of any existing FIT Export agreement, if you have one
- Have completed and submitted the Anaerobic Digestion Declaration form to Ofgem
- Have email confirm from Ofgem of the Anaerobic Digestion Reporting Start Date
- Will provide Anaerobic Digestion quarterly and annual confirmation of the sustainability declarations to Ofgem
- If the Anaerobic Digestion TIC >1 Mw provide evidence of the annual sustainability audit report submitted and accepted by Ofgem
How to apply for SEG
Simply apply now and complete our online application, including uploading the following documents. Due to the various checks we need to undertake, the processing of your application can up to 6 weeks, but don't worry - we'll work from the meter readings you provide as part of your application so you’ll not miss out on any payments.
Example of
MCS, Flexi-orb or other certificate
Example of
Renewable system ownership
Example of
Your import/smart or export meters
Example of
MCS, Flexi-orb or other certificate
Example of
Renewable system ownership
Example of
Your import/smart or export meters
Example of
MCS, Flexi-orb or other certificate
Example of
Renewable system ownership
Example of
Your import/smart or export meters
Example of
MCS, Flexi-orb or other certificate
Example of
Renewable system ownership
Example of
Your import/smart or export meters
How long does the application take?
Application process (up to 14 days)
Firstly, your application will go through a validation process to ensure eligibility and adherence to the minimal criteria. Additionally, we will verify that you have a Smart meter capable of recording Half Hourly meter readings.
DNO creates your MPAN (1-2 weeks)
The DNO creates your export MPAN - this is the longest part of the application process and is out of our control as this depends on the resource available there (a bit like applying for a passport).
Register payment details (1-2 weeks)
Following this we will request you register your payment details. New applications will be paid from their application date, where as customers switching to us will be paid from the date agreed with the old supplier.
Start earning and seeing your solar export!
Rest assured, you will not lose out on any energy exported to us during the process. If you are transitioning from another supplier, we may need to request additional readings from you.
How long does the application take?
Application process (up to 14 days)
Firstly, your application will go through a validation process to ensure eligibility and adherence to the minimal criteria. Additionally, we will verify that you have a Smart meter capable of recording Half Hourly meter readings.
DNO creates your MPAN (1-2 weeks)
The DNO creates your export MPAN - this is the longest part of the application process and is out of our control as this depends on the resource available there (a bit like applying for a passport).
Register payment details (1-2 weeks)
Following this we will request you register your payment details. New applications will be paid from their application date, where as customers switching to us will be paid from the date agreed with the old supplier.
Start earning and seeing your solar export!
Rest assured, you will not lose out on any energy exported to us during the process. If you are transitioning from another supplier, we may need to request additional readings from you.
Terms and Conditions
It’s also important you read and agree to the SEG tariff terms and conditions.
Enjoy an export tariff with one of the best rates on the market[2]
Apply now to start your SEG application, including uploading the documentation detailed above.
Meter readings and ongoing billing
Regarding meter readings and ongoing billing, please note that the meter reading you provided upon application will be used to start your account. Rest assured, you will not lose out on any energy exported to us during the above process. If you are transitioning from another supplier, we may need to request additional readings from you. The reading we request will be used to start your account, while your previous supplier will end your account based on their readings.
We will make every effort to obtain ongoing meter readings from your smart meter. However, if we are unable to do so directly, we may request a reading from you in order to issue an accurate invoice and payment.
Meter readings and ongoing billing
Regarding meter readings and ongoing billing, please note that the meter reading you provided upon application will be used to start your account. Rest assured, you will not lose out on any energy exported to us during the above process. If you are transitioning from another supplier, we may need to request additional readings from you. The reading we request will be used to start your account, while your previous supplier will end your account based on their readings.
We will make every effort to obtain ongoing meter readings from your smart meter. However, if we are unable to do so directly, we may request a reading from you in order to issue an accurate invoice and payment.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
A cooling-off period automatically applies. You have 14 calendar days from the date you apply for SEG Plan to tell us that you want to cancel it. This is your ‘cooling-off’ period. This cooling-off period will expire after 14 calendar days.
1
Prices correct as at 16.02.23. Subject to change.
2
This statement is based on ScottishPower’s SmartGen+ tariff available only to customers who installed solar panels &/or solar batteries with ScottishPower. ScottishPower conduct market analysis regularly to update and verify this position.