Insight · 23 January 2026

Webinar: The State of Hourly Matching

Hourly matching is quickly moving from a pioneering idea to a widely available energy product, changing what credible renewable energy procurement looks like.

The State of Hourly Matching

Hourly matching is quickly moving from a pioneering idea to a widely available energy product, changing what credible renewable energy procurement looks like.

On January 22 at 3pm CET, Granular Energy, Baringa, Climate Group and ENGIE held a webinar exploring the latest market insights from our new report, The State of Hourly Matching. Hear what’s driving the rapid growth of hourly matched tariffs, where hourly matched tariffs are available, what it means for buyers and suppliers, and where the market is heading next.

Key report findings we’ll dive into:

  • 46 energy suppliers currently offer hourly matched tariffs
  • 4x year-on-year increase in the number of hourly matching tariffs available
  • 73% of global electricity demand is in markets with hourly matched tariffs

We’ll also highlight the suppliers active in this growing ecosystem, as tracked on our 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Suppliers page.

Speakers:
Beth Bentley- Management Consultant, Baringa
Frederic Lefort - B2B S&EM, ENGIE
Rachel Swiatek – Senior Manager, Climate Group
Bruno Menu – COO & Founder, Granular Energy

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News · 02.11.2026

Granular Energy and Mitsubishi Research Institute partner to bring hourly matching to Japan

Granular Energy and Mitsubishi Research Institute (MRI) have signed a memorandum of understanding to bring hourly matching to the Japanese market. The partnership, agreed on 8 October 2026, will help retailers, power companies and corporates adopt systems accredited by EnergyTag, the international non-profit that sets standards for tracking renewable energy hour by hour.

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