Northern Energy supplies MBR Acres — here's what that means
What We Know About Northern Energy
Northern Energy and MBR Acres
Northern Energy was identified as an energy supplier to MBR Acres. Campaigners documented the company using unmarked trucks to make deliveries to the facility, an approach that suggested awareness of the controversy surrounding MBR Acres.
Following public pressure, Northern Energy chose to end its supply relationship with MBR Acres and joined the boycott.
Status
Northern Energy has done the right thing.
What MBR Acres Does
MBR Acres, located in Wyton, Cambridgeshire, is one of the largest beagle breeding facilities in Europe. It breeds approximately 2,000 beagle puppies every year and sells them to laboratories for use in experiments. The facility operates behind high fences and security, with no independent oversight of animal welfare conditions inside.
Beagles are the breed of choice for laboratory testing because of their docile, trusting nature and their manageable size. These dogs are purpose-bred from birth to be used in experiments and never experience life as a normal dog.
The Italy Conviction
The people behind MBR Acres were previously involved in running Green Hill, a similar beagle breeding facility in Brescia, Italy. In 2014, an Italian court convicted individuals associated with Green Hill of animal cruelty. Following the conviction, the operation was effectively relocated to the United Kingdom, where it now operates as MBR Acres.
Read the Full Italy StoryWhat Other Suppliers Have Done
A growing number of companies have already cut ties with MBR Acres after learning about the facility and hearing from concerned members of the public. These companies have shown that it is possible to do the right thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Northern Energy really supply MBR Acres?
Yes. Based on publicly available evidence, Northern Energy provides goods or services to MBR Acres. If you believe this information is incorrect, please contact us and we will review it.
What is MBR Acres?
MBR Acres is a facility in Wyton, Cambridgeshire that breeds approximately 2,000 beagle puppies every year for sale to laboratories for use in experiments.
What was the Italy conviction?
Individuals behind MBR Acres were previously involved in running Green Hill, a beagle breeding facility in Brescia, Italy. In 2014, an Italian court convicted them of animal cruelty.
Have other suppliers stopped working with MBR Acres?
Yes. More than 10 companies have ended their relationship with MBR Acres after hearing from concerned members of the public. The list continues to grow.
Is it legal to contact suppliers?
Yes. Writing a polite, factual letter or email to a company is a perfectly lawful exercise of your right to free expression. We always encourage respectful communication.