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How zonal pricing could make bills cheaper

How zonal pricing could give Scotland the cheapest power in Europe

... and give everyone else in the UK cheaper power too.

Best of Octoplus

It's been almost a year of Octoplus, our exciting rewards programme for smart meter customers.

We launched Octoplus to reward our smart meter customers for making the grid greener. Have a look at some of our favourite tweets about the scheme.

We're offering financial support to customers missing out on Winter Fuel Payments

Missing out on the Winter Fuel Allowance? Apply for help from Octopus. Fewer UK households are eligible for the government’s £200-300 payment, so we’re stepping up to help bring this support back to customers who need it most.

Energy credit explained

Why do you build up credit? Can you refund your money if you think there's too much in your account? In this blog, we'll help you make sense of the direct debit cycle and why your balance varies throughout the year when you pay by fixed Direct Debit.

Let's stop wasting wind power

Right now, wind turbines are being switched off even when they're spinning fast and generating loads of cheap, clean energy. Find out how we're helping to transform the energy system with green initiatives, ideas and innovation.

Help us save Saving Sessions

Saving Sessions’ future is in jeopardy. Want it to stick around, and stay valuable? You’ve got 24 hours to have your say.

The eventful life of Octopus Energy for Business

Find out about Octopus Energy for Business' activity at events. We look at what these events are like, why we go and the best things about them - according to the Octopus Energy for Business team.

Selling a property with smart home tech 101

Home tech can really help a property to stand out, with cheaper bills, a potential 16% boost in property value, cleaner air and a lower environmental impact. So we’re providing the tools to help property professionals maximise sales potential.

Solar Power Hub

Here is a handy guide with all the resources you need to make the most of your solar panel installation. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Pink Friday | Save, don't spend this Black Friday

This Black Friday, we’re helping you save, not spend! From free popcorn and movies to discounts and treats, discover daily surprises in the Octopus app from Nov 25–29. Don’t miss out!

Why now is the perfect time to switch to a heat pump

See why heat pumps are a smart choice for your home, your wallet and the planet with Octopus Energy, from £7,500 towards the cost from the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to smart tariff savings and more.

How Fan Club customers are saving hundreds on bills

One year in, Octopus Energy's offshore 'Fan Club' is helping Grimsby residents save big, with average annual savings nearing £200! Now, 36,000+ people across the UK are asking to join the Fan Club revolution.

Powering grassroots football: free footy kits for 2,500+ local teams

Octopus Scores Big: Free Football Kits! Octopus Energy is giving 2,500 local grassroots teams across the UK over 27,000 free football kits to support local communities and future generations.

Reforming Final Consumption Levies is essential to scaling domestic flexibility

UK renewables are at record highs, with electricity prices dropping below £0 for 135 hours this year due to excess generation. Instead of paying wind farms to shut down, Octopus Energy advocates for allowing customers to use this surplus power. To reduce renewable energy wastage and lower bills, we must remove Final Consumption Levies from all flexible consumption. Read more here.

8 ways to save with Octopus Energy

See the best ways to save when you're an Octopus customer, from switching to a cost-saving smart tariff to joining our super loyalty programme Octoplus for weekly freebies and discounts.

Powered by Octopus: How Box Bear is unlocking savings with Shape Shifters

Shape Shifters encourages Box Bear to be flexible with their energy usage - and they’re reaping the rewards with a projected saving of up to £2,000 by the end of this year.

100,000 Zero Bills homes by 2030

We are on a mission to build 100,000 Zero Bills homes by 2030. Read all about it.

Making a difference for customers

Life can throw curveballs, and dealing with money troubles is definitely one of the hardest parts. It's not always easy asking for help, but our team is always here to help. Hear from some real customers who reached out and got much needed support.

Hey I'm Constantine, welcome to Octopus Energy!

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