Community Power and Yuno Energy represent two distinct visions for the future of Irish electricity supply. Community Power is Ireland's only renewable energy co-operative — owned by its members and sourcing electricity exclusively from Irish wind and solar farms. Yuno Energy is a digital-first challenger with competitive pricing and innovative dynamic tariffs. Here's how they compare for Irish households in 2026.
Quick Summary
| | Yuno Energy | Community Power | |---|---|---| | Electricity only | Yes | Yes | | Gas supply | Yes | No | | 100% renewable | No | Yes — all plans | | Smart meter tariff | Yes | Yes | | Night-rate tariff | Yes | Yes | | Dynamic / wholesale pricing | Yes | No | | Co-operative model | No | Yes |
About Community Power
Community Power is unique in the Irish energy market: it is a co-operative, meaning customers are members who share in the organisation's purpose and, in some structures, its benefits. All electricity supplied is sourced from Irish renewable generation — wind farms, solar farms, and hydroelectric — verified through Guarantees of Origin.
Community Power was founded to return the benefits of Ireland's renewable energy resources directly to Irish households. They are electricity-only — no gas supply.
About Yuno Energy
Yuno Energy is a digital-first electricity and gas supplier that entered the Irish market with competitive pricing and innovative tariff structures. Their Dynamic Plan tracks live Irish wholesale electricity prices (I-SEM market), while their Variable Discount Plan provides a conventional competitive rate.
Yuno Variable Discount Plan 24hr:
- Unit rate: 28.27c/kWh (ex VAT)
- Standing charge: €220.97/year
- Estimated annual bill: ~€1,554 inc VAT (4,200 kWh)
Electricity Tariff Comparison
Standard 24-Hour Rate
Both suppliers offer standard 24-hour electricity tariffs. For an average household using 4,200 kWh per year, the annual cost difference on standard plans depends on current promotional pricing — check live rates on GoSwitch for the current position.
Community Power's pricing tends to be competitive for a 100% renewable supplier — in many periods they sit at or near the middle of the market rather than commanding a significant green premium.
Yuno's 28.27c/kWh unit rate is competitive for a standard tariff.
Smart Meter / Night-Rate Options
Yuno offers a night-rate tariff and the Dynamic Plan for smart meter customers. The Dynamic Plan tracks live wholesale prices hourly — during periods of high wind generation (common in Ireland overnight), prices can be extremely low.
Community Power offers a night-rate tariff for smart meter customers, with a reduced unit rate for overnight hours. For EV owners and households that run appliances overnight, this is a practical and environmentally aligned option — you're using cheap, renewable, overnight electricity.
Renewable Credentials
| | Yuno | Community Power | |---|---|---| | Electricity source | Standard grid mix | 100% Irish renewables | | Guarantee of Origin | Not stated | Yes — verified | | Green tariff option | No | All plans are green | | Co-operative benefit | No | Yes — member-owned |
This is the clearest difference between the two suppliers. Every unit of electricity from Community Power comes with a verified renewable Guarantee of Origin. Yuno does not offer a green tariff.
If environmental impact is a deciding factor, Community Power is the clear choice.
Gas Supply
Yuno Energy supplies gas as well as electricity, making them a single-account dual fuel option.
Community Power does not supply gas. Households that use gas for heating or cooking will need a separate gas supplier alongside Community Power electricity.
For households that want one supplier for both fuels, Yuno has a practical advantage. For electricity-only households (those heating with a heat pump, oil, or solid fuel), this distinction doesn't apply.
The Co-operative Difference
Community Power's co-operative structure means something specific: customers are members, not just consumers. The organisation's stated purpose is to maximise the value returned to members from Ireland's renewable energy resources — rather than to maximise profit for external shareholders.
For households who align with that mission — supporting Irish renewable energy projects, community ownership of energy infrastructure, and a non-profit-extractive energy model — Community Power represents something no commercial supplier can replicate.
This is a values-based differentiator, not a price-based one. Some households will pay a small premium for it; others won't. Both are reasonable positions.
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose Yuno Energy if:
- You want competitive pricing on electricity and gas from one supplier
- Dynamic/wholesale electricity pricing appeals (EV owners, tech-engaged households)
- Green credentials are less important than cost
- You want both electricity and gas on one account
Choose Community Power if:
- 100% renewable electricity from verified Irish sources is important to you
- You support co-operative ownership of energy infrastructure
- You are electricity-only (heat pump, oil/solid fuel for heating)
- You want to align your energy purchase with Irish wind and solar development
Verdict
Yuno and Community Power aren't really competing for the same customer. Yuno wins on price competitiveness, dual fuel capability, and dynamic tariff innovation. Community Power wins on green credentials, co-operative values, and the uniqueness of its renewable-only model.
For a pure cost comparison on electricity, check current live rates on GoSwitch — the gap between them fluctuates as promotional pricing changes.