Supplier profile

SmartestEnergy

SmartestEnergy supplies larger businesses and buys power from independent generators, with a strong focus on renewable procurement.

Last reviewed 25 September 2026

ElectricityLarge corporate and industrial electricity users
Legal supplierSmartestEnergy LimitedCompany no. 03994598
OwnershipPublic parentWholly owned by Marubeni Corporation of Japan.
Founded2000London
Supply focusElectricityLarge corporate and industrial electricity users
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Company and ownership

Who owns SmartestEnergy?

Wholly owned by Marubeni Corporation of Japan.

Ownership structurePublic parent
Marubeni Corporation — TSE: 8002

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Group relationships

Affiliations and related businesses

Marubeni CorporationSmartestEnergy GroupSmartestEnergy Business

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Commercial fit

What the supplier offers

  • Fixed and flexible electricity
  • Renewable supply and certificates
  • Generator PPAs and corporate PPAs

Renewable position: Centres its proposition on renewable electricity and independent generation; buyers should compare certificate, generator and additionality evidence.

Independent comparisonNot in the current Citizens Advice table

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Points to check

  • This profile covers the I&C supplier; SMEs may encounter SmartestEnergy Business instead.
  • Flexible procurement needs clear governance and risk limits.
  • Recalculate the quote with your own annual consumption, contract dates and every known fee.
  • Confirm broker remuneration, renewal terms, payment method and the complaint escalation route in writing.
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