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Which smart tariff should I choose? A simple guide

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Mind the spark gap: the number that could shape your future energy bills

Most people have never heard of it, but it's getting more and more important as we fight for cheaper energy bills and a greener future. Find out why.

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Energy prices from October 2026, and what they mean for you

Ofgem's price cap has risen by about 4%. Find out why, how this will affect you, and what to expect on your energy bill over the next few months.

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What to expect when a meter reader visits your home

Learn how to recognise our trusted partners (they always wear uniform), verify their ID and set up a doorstep password for peace of mind.

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The moon switched off the sun. You switched off everything else*

Check out some of our favourite pictures from our special Eclipse Power Down. Psst: there's loads more dogs where that one came from.

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Intelligent Octopus Go: Smart charging and Charge Cap explained

Find out more about how smart charging works with Intelligent Octopus Go, and how our new Charge Cap feature keeps you in control.

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Under the hood: how Charge Pack manages your battery

We explain everything you need to know about Charge Pack, our new smart battery add-on.

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All about paying each bill in full with a variable Direct Debit

We explain what variable Direct Debits are, how they work and how you can switch to one.

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How Arlo, our AI assistant, is helping our humans help you

We explain why our new AI isn't replacing our human energy experts. It's simply freeing them up to focus on the most important stuff.

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Meet VWAN: A smarter way to keep your smart meter connected

We've created a clever new device that helps your meter send readings even when mobile networks are unreliable.

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Greg Jackson: Burnham’s VAT move is a good start. There’s way more to do on energy bills

The VAT move is a positive sign from the new PM. It will bring some relief, but here are my thoughts on what should happen next.

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Meet Streams: why the best time to plug in your EV is 'all the time'

Think you need a complex schedule to get the cheapest EV charging? Think again. Plugging in every single day is the smartest move you can make.

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Watt a Save! Free World Cup electricity for British pubs

Squeezed by business energy costs? We’re giving participating British pubs free electricity during 2026 World Cup matches🍺

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