How the donations work
E.ON Next has been donating to the Woodland Trust on behalf of every customer who signs up to one of its fixed-term tariffs since December 2024. The money comes at no extra cost to households. The scheme has now passed £657,000, well ahead of the original £500,000 pledge made over three years.
Where the money has gone
The funding has supported restoration at 14 ancient woodland sites from the Scottish Borders to Surrey. Work so far includes clearing invasive plants, replanting native species and improving access at places such as Martinshaw Wood in Leicestershire and Plora Wood in the Scottish Borders. Ancient woodland covers less than 2.5 % of the UK, so every restored hectare helps protect rare habitats.
What it means for bill-payers
Anyone on a qualifying fixed tariff is automatically part of the scheme. It suits households that want price certainty and are happy to stay put for the contract length. Those who prefer flexibility or expect to move soon may not see the same benefit. You can compare current fixed options on our energy pages.
E.ON Next has also been expanding access to shared solar for social-housing residents Shared solar and batteries reach social housing flats for the first time.
Julian Lennertz, Chief Commercial Officer at E.ON Next, said: “By taking greater control of their energy costs and choosing a fixed tariff, our customers are also helping to restore and protect some of the UK's most precious ancient woodlands – all at no extra cost to them.
"That's exactly the kind of energy transition we want to see – making it easier to take positive action at home while supporting something bigger. Through our partnership with the Woodland Trust, we're helping create lasting benefits for nature while delivering value for our customers too.”
