CCL compliance.
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Climate Change Levy (CCL) isn’t something most businesses think about until it’s costing them. Or until someone in finance flags it and nobody’s quite sure what it actually is.

It shows up on your energy bills but understanding why you’re paying it, or whether you should be, isn’t always clear. The rules around it are fiddly. The discounts and exemptions? Even more so.

That’s where we come in. We’ll help you make sense of Climate Change Levy compliance. And if there’s something you can claim back or fix, we’ll help you sort it. Straightforward, with none of the faff.

What is the Climate Change Levy?

The Climate Change Levy is a tax added to business energy bills in the UK. It’s meant to encourage more efficient energy use and lower emissions, but it doesn’t apply equally to everyone.

Some businesses are eligible for a reduced rate or even full exemption, especially those in energy-intensive industries or signed up to a Climate Change Agreement (CCA). But if that’s not been set up properly, you might still be paying full whack.

It’s not about catching anyone out. It’s just one of those things that can slip through the cracks and end up costing more than it should.

 

Why CCL compliance matters
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Who’s exempt from paying the Climate Change Levy?

Not every organisation has to pay CCL, but the rules aren’t always obvious. These are some of the most common exemptions that may apply to your business or site:

 What you’ll get with Troo 
 

A clear, upfront view of what you’re currently being charged and whether it’s right.

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Honest advice on whether your business qualifies for a reduced rate or exemption.

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Paperwork and submissions handled by one of our trusted compliance partners, so nothing gets missed.

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Step-by-step guidance throughout. We stay involved and keep things moving.

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Already on a Climate Change Agreement?

That’s great, but it still pays to double check it’s all been applied properly. We’ve seen businesses miss out because a form wasn’t sent in, or because their supplier didn’t update the billing. If anything’s been overlooked, we’ll help put it right.

Not sure if CCL applies to you?

That’s okay. You don’t need to know all the ins and outs. Send us a bill, and we’ll take a look. If everything’s fine, we’ll tell you. If it’s not, we’ll explain what to do next.

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