What Is the Green Tariff (YETA)?

Using electricity is not only about meeting your daily energy needs—it also involves making responsible choices about where that energy comes from. Understanding the source of the electricity you consume directly affects your carbon footprint. Powering your home or workplace with electricity generated from wind turbines or solar panels has become an essential part of sustainable energy management. When individual choices align with the goal of building a more sustainable future, they contribute to a cleaner environment. This is where the Green Tariff (YETA) becomes a meaningful way to protect nature while consuming electricity. So, what do you need to do to start this transition in your home or business?

What Is the Green Tariff (YETA)?

The simplest answer is that the Green Tariff (YETA) is an electricity tariff that certifies the electricity you consume is matched with 100% renewable energy sources. The electricity is generated from environmentally friendly resources such as solar, wind, and geothermal energy. Unlike conventional electricity tariffs, where electricity comes from a mix of different generation sources, the Green Tariff guarantees that your electricity consumption is backed entirely by renewable energy.

YETA, the abbreviation for the Green Energy Tariff, is an official mechanism designed to support environmental sustainability. By choosing this tariff, you actively reduce your carbon footprint. As climate change continues to shape global environmental policies, selecting renewable energy has become not only an environmentally conscious decision but also a shared responsibility.

How Does the Green Tariff Work?

The Green Tariff operates through a traceable energy certification system. Every unit of electricity generated from renewable sources is digitally tracked and certified. When you subscribe to a renewable energy tariff, an equivalent amount of renewable electricity is injected into the national grid to match your consumption.

For example, when you switch on a light in your home, an equivalent amount of electricity generated by a renewable energy facility—such as a wind farm or solar power plant—is supplied to the grid on your behalf.

The reliability of this system is ensured through internationally recognized certification processes. A certificate is issued for every megawatt-hour (MWh) of renewable electricity generated and is matched with your electricity consumption. Independent verification bodies confirm that the electricity associated with your Green Tariff subscription originates from environmentally responsible renewable energy facilities, ensuring complete transparency and consumer confidence.

Green Tariff vs. Standard Electricity Tariff

Understanding the differences between a standard electricity tariff and the Green Tariff helps you make informed decisions about your environmental impact.

Under a standard tariff, electricity is generated from a combination of renewable resources, natural gas, coal, and other energy sources. Since fossil fuels remain part of the energy mix, the associated environmental impact is higher.

By choosing the Green Tariff, your electricity consumption is fully matched with renewable energy generation, eliminating the fossil fuel component from your energy purchase.

Although the unit price may differ slightly from a standard tariff, your payment directly supports investments in renewable energy production and sustainable energy infrastructure. Choosing the Green Tariff is an investment in a cleaner and more sustainable future.

What Is the YEK-G Certificate and Why Is It Important?

Renewable Energy Certificates play a critical role in verifying the origin of renewable electricity.

Türkiye's YEK-G (Renewable Energy Resource Guarantee System) and internationally recognized certification systems such as I-REC (International Renewable Energy Certificate) verify where, when, and from which renewable source electricity has been generated.

These certification mechanisms ensure transparency and credibility by documenting renewable electricity generation and enabling consumers to confidently support clean energy production.

Who Can Benefit from the Green Tariff?

Anyone with an active electricity subscription can switch to the Green Tariff.

For residential customers, adopting renewable electricity has never been easier. The entire process can be completed digitally in just a few simple steps, allowing households to power their homes with renewable energy.

Growing environmental awareness has significantly increased the number of residential Green Tariff subscribers in recent years.

For businesses, the benefits extend even further. Manufacturers, hotels, offices, retailers, and other commercial enterprises can strengthen their corporate sustainability strategies by switching to renewable electricity.

Choosing the Green Tariff helps businesses:

• Reduce their carbon emissions
• Support ESG and sustainability commitments
• Strengthen their environmental reputation
• Demonstrate responsible business practices to customers and stakeholders

Whether you are a small business or a large industrial organization, switching to renewable electricity represents a meaningful commitment to environmental responsibility.

How to Apply for the Green Tariff (2026)

Advances in digital services have made applying for the Green Tariff faster and easier than ever. You can complete the entire process online without visiting a customer service center. All you need is your current electricity account information.

The application process is straightforward:

• Log in to the Aydem Retail Online Services Center or mobile application.
• Select Tariff Change or Green Tariff from the menu.
• Verify your subscription details and confirm your application.
• Once your request is approved, your electricity consumption will be matched with renewable energy generation.

After your Green Tariff application is completed, your renewable electricity consumption begins to be digitally tracked and certified, allowing you to contribute to environmental sustainability without disrupting your monthly energy budget.

Environmental and Reputational Benefits of the Green Tariff

Switching to the Green Tariff creates both environmental and reputational value.

From an environmental perspective, every Green Tariff customer contributes to reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

A household that meets all of its electricity consumption through the Green Tariff (YETA) can prevent approximately 1,000 to 1,500 kilograms of carbon emissions annually.

These reductions play an important role in protecting natural ecosystems and supporting global climate action.

For businesses, the reputational benefits are equally significant. Displaying the statement "YEK-G Certified Green Energy User" at company premises or on corporate websites demonstrates a tangible commitment to sustainability, strengthening customer trust and brand loyalty.

As environmentally conscious consumers increasingly prefer businesses that prioritize sustainability, renewable electricity has become an important competitive advantage.

For individual consumers, choosing renewable electricity also brings the personal satisfaction of contributing to a healthier planet and a more sustainable future.

Protect the Future with Aydem Retail Green Tariff Solutions

Every energy decision we make today helps shape the world of tomorrow. The Green Tariff enables you to reduce your environmental impact while continuing to manage your energy costs responsibly.

As environmental awareness becomes increasingly important, evaluating the impact of your energy choices is just as essential as monitoring your electricity consumption.

Through its Green Tariff solutions, Aydem Retail offers a transparent, reliable, and user-friendly process for customers who wish to transition to renewable electricity. A simple tariff change today can become one of the most valuable contributions you make to future generations.

At Aydem Retail, we go beyond providing nationally recognized YEK-G-certified solutions. We also offer internationally recognized I-REC certificates and carbon credit solutions, enabling our customers to build a comprehensive sustainability strategy. By selecting the certification option that best fits your needs, we help you achieve your environmental and corporate sustainability goals.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Green Tariff (YETA)

Is the Green Tariff (YETA) more expensive?

Thanks to developments in the energy market, Green Tariff pricing has become increasingly competitive. Any modest price difference should be viewed as an investment in a cleaner and more sustainable future.

How can I verify my YEK-G certificate?

Certificates assigned to your electricity subscription can be easily verified through the EPİAŞ system.

Will switching to the Green Tariff cause a power outage?

No. Switching to the Green Tariff does not require any physical changes to the electricity infrastructure. Your electricity continues to be delivered through the same national grid; only the certified source of the electricity changes.

Are there tax advantages for businesses using the Green Tariff?

Although Türkiye does not currently have a directly implemented carbon tax system, investments related to renewable energy and energy efficiency are supported under various legislative frameworks.

In addition, considering international regulations such as the European Union Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), obtaining renewable energy certificates provides businesses with a strategic advantage in sustainability reporting, ESG initiatives, and access to relevant incentive programs.