Good Energy EV Tariff Review 2026

Good Energy was one of the UK’s first dedicated renewable energy suppliers, launching in 1999 with a mission to power homes from clean sources. Their EV Charge tariff extends that mission to electric vehicle owners, offering a whole-home overnight tariff backed by 100% UK renewable electricity.

If green credentials are a priority for you alongside reducing charging costs, Good Energy is one of two suppliers in our comparison (alongside Ecotricity) with a long, verified track record of genuine renewable sourcing. From 1 October 2026 it is competitive on price too.

EV Charge: how the tariff works

Good Energy’s EV Charge tariff is a whole-home time-of-use plan. From midnight to 5am every day, everything your home uses is billed at the off-peak rate; set your charger or car timer to charge during those hours and the lower rate applies automatically.

Good Energy advertised the off-peak rate as 8p/kWh including 5% VAT. VAT on household electricity is 0% from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027, and Good Energy says it passes the cut on in full, including on fixed and time-of-use tariffs, so the rate from 1 October is 7.62p/kWh. The day rate and standing charge are only shown in a personal quote.

EV Charge is a fixed tariff that usually runs for 12 months, with an early exit fee of £50 per fuel if you switch supplier before it ends.

There is no smart dispatch. Unlike Intelligent Octopus Go or E.ON Next Drive Smart, Good Energy does not integrate with your car or charger to automatically find the cheapest slots. You set the schedule yourself using your charger or EV’s built-in timer.

A smart meter sending half-hourly readings is required. New customers sign up to one of Good Energy’s other tariffs first while it checks the meter, and are then moved to EV Charge; Good Energy says this can take up to two weeks.

Renewable credentials: what sets Good Energy apart

Good Energy’s renewable energy claims are more rigorous than most suppliers. They:

• Match 100% of customer electricity use with power from named UK wind and solar farms
• Hold Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) for all units supplied
• Source from UK-based generators rather than overseas projects where possible
• Publish an annual report detailing their energy sources

For EV drivers who want to ensure their miles are genuinely powered by clean energy, Good Energy’s verification approach is more credible than suppliers who purchase REGOs as a purely accounting exercise.

The main alternative for green-focused EV charging is Ecotricity, whose EcoFixed EV tariff is also 100% green electricity.

Rates in context

Metric	Good Energy EV Charge	Intelligent Octopus Go	EDF GoElectric	Ecotricity EcoFixed EV
Off-peak	7.62p/kWh	7.6p/kWh	6.66p/kWh	7.9p/kWh (average)
Peak (average)	Quote only	36.70p/kWh	35.21p/kWh	36.57p/kWh
Renewable	Yes	Yes	Zero carbon (nuclear)	Yes
Smart dispatch	No	Yes	Optional bolt-on	No
Exit fee	£50 per fuel	£50	£75 per fuel	£95.24 per fuel

Good Energy’s 7.62p/kWh off-peak rate is now among the lowest available: only EDF GoElectric and So Energy’s So EV are cheaper among the major tariffs we track. Because the day rate is only shown in a quote, get one before switching and compare the full annual cost.

Who is Good Energy EV Charge best for?

Good Energy suits EV drivers who prioritise verified, UK-sourced renewable electricity and want a supplier with a long history of genuine green energy commitment. It is particularly relevant for:

• Drivers committed to minimising lifecycle emissions from their vehicle
• Households that already use Good Energy for their home supply
• Those who are sceptical of generic REGO-backed green claims from larger suppliers
• Customers who prefer a smaller, values-led supplier over price-optimised providers

Who should consider other options?

If the lowest overnight rate is your only goal, EDF GoElectric is cheaper at 6.66p/kWh over seven hours. If you have a compatible smart charger, Intelligent Octopus Go and E.ON Next Drive Smart add smart charging slots outside their overnight windows, and E.ON Next Drive Smart has one of the lowest published day rates of the major EV tariffs.

Smart charger compatibility

Good Energy’s EV Charge tariff works with any home EV charger and any electric vehicle. Partners including Ohme and Indra offer chargers with good scheduling features that integrate well with overnight rate tariffs like this one, even without smart dispatch.

Customer experience and app

Good Energy is a smaller supplier, and their digital tools reflect that. The online account portal is functional but not as feature-rich as Octopus or British Gas (Hive). Scheduling must be managed through your car or charger rather than through Good Energy’s platform.

Customer service is generally well regarded, with a more personal approach typical of smaller suppliers.

Our verdict on Good Energy EV Charge

Good Energy’s EV Charge tariff is a strong choice for environmentally conscious EV drivers who value the supplier’s renewable credentials and UK generator relationships, and at 7.62p/kWh overnight it no longer asks you to pay much of a premium for them.

Get a quote to see the day rate and standing charge, and factor in the £50 per fuel exit fee. Good Energy is the right choice when verified renewable sourcing matters as much as the overnight rate.