CLOSED: We’re working towards open data principles for the Retail Energy Code
Earlier this year, we published our 2023-26 Forward Work Plan, identifying our work priorities – including improvements to our data and digital services. As part of this, we launched our Open Data Project, enabling the safe and secure opening of Retail Energy Code (REC)-governed data via a published asset. As we complete Phase 1 of […]
Help us create a comprehensive energy theft process map
This month we’re starting a new project to map all energy theft processes from start to finish. This will allow us to pinpoint handover points and provide market participants with a comprehensive overview – both upstream and downstream of their own internal processes. The map will also highlight any gaps in processes, obligations, or guidance […]
What happened at our REC Services Development workshop in Birmingham?
Last week we hosted our second REC Services Development workshop, where we met with stakeholders to discuss the REC Code Manager and Enquiry Services. The feedback we received during this session and from our session in Glasgow last month will play a vital role in shaping these services’ short and long-term futures. Learn more about […]
How we saved over £640k for our stakeholders by migrating the Green Deal Central Charging database
As a not-for-profit organisation, we know that we are spending industry and consumer money to deliver secure, stable and adaptable services and programmes. As such, we are constantly looking for ways to make our services more cost-effective and to ensure our stakeholders feel we are providing value for money. The following case study shows how […]
A round-up of our Energy Theft Forum – June 2023
On June 28th, we hosted an Energy Theft Forum to update our stakeholders on the work being done to reduce energy theft in the UK. Thank you to everyone who was able to attend. In this article, you can find a summary of the event, the webinar recording, slides and our next steps. An update […]
Round-up: What changes are being made to the Electricity Enquiry Service (EES)?
On 6th July 2023, we held a webinar to discuss the changes to the Electricity Enquiry Service as part of the Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) programme. Thank you to everyone who joined us and asked questions. In this article, you can find a round-up of the webinar, links to the recording and slides, and answers […]
Board Highlights June 2023
1. Data & Digitalisation The Board reviewed progress made in Data & Digitalisation (D&D) since July 2022 and the finalisation of D&D strategy. RECCo has organised its project work into agile ‘epics’ (work breakdown structures) to ensure focus and flexibility. The focus on improving user experience can be seen with the digital navigator and other […]
Inside RECCo, Issue 23
Our latest newsletter is now live. Read it in full here. What’s in this issue? We welcome Elizabeth Lawlor as Interim CEO (Read more) Our first annual review is here! (Read more) Our progress so far on a TPI Code of Practice (Read more) How do we manage and deliver our programmes in a rapidly […]
It’s your opportunity to vote!
Vote for the appointment of an Industry (Networks) Non-Executive Director and the re-appointment of RECCo Policy, Regulation and Net-Zero Non-Executive Director. Background In accordance with Clauses 5.6-5.9 of the Retail Energy Code (REC), we are notifying all REC Parties that the Nominations Committee met on 8th June 2023 and has recommended that Isabelle Haigh is […]
Our first annual review is here!
The Retail Energy Code Company (RECCo) Board is delighted to publish its Annual Review, which reviews our activities in the 2022/23 financial year. The Annual Review provides a summary of the operational performance delivered by RECCo and its Code Manager, as well as other service providers. Our primary focus is the stability, improvement, and evolution […]