Cheap Gas and Electricity in Port Ellen / Port Eilein

Port Ellen / Port Eilein is a Village in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

Electricity in Port Ellen / Port Eilein

When the electricity industry was privatised in 1997 the UK was divided into 14 Public Electricity Suppliers (PES for short). While you can now choose from many different electricity suppliers the PES areas that you are located in will have a significant effect on the cost of your electricity. Standing charges and unit rates differ between PES areas.

Port Ellen / Port Eilein is in the Scottish Hydro Electric network PES area which covers the North Scotland area of the UK.

Scottish Hydro Electric is owned by Scottish and Southern Energy Networks who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Port Ellen / Port Eilein and the surrounding area.

Gas in Port Ellen / Port Eilein

Port Ellen / Port Eilein is not connected to the UK gas distribution network so mains gas is not available in this area.

Green Energy in Port Ellen / Port Eilein

Consumers are increasingly looking for green energy, also known as renewable energy, as a more environmentally friendly option for powering their homes. Several suppliers that specialise in wind energy, solar energy and hydroelectric energy are available in all parts of the UK and that includes Port Ellen / Port Eilein. Just use our handy checker at the top of this page and choose “Green Plans” to see renewable energy suppliers in this area.

What to do in an emergency

If you have an electrical emergency in Port Ellen / Port Eilein call Scottish and Southern Energy Networks on 0800 300 999