Get the inside scoop on energy, technology, and all things Octopus.

Over the energy crisis, we tried something a little different to help as many people as possible. We sent friendly, knowledgeable Energy Helpers door to door across the country to share energy saving advice, answer questions, run energy efficiency checks and signpost people to support schemes and other ways to save on bills.

Update April 2025: with energy prices down significantly from the peak of the energy crisis and the weather warming up, we're no longer running these visits, but if you're struggling, please reach out. There's plenty of ways we can help.

Phil Steele, an Octopus Energy boffin and all-round tech-spert, who's spent years working on some of the most exciting electrical home tech available.

You may have heard of the Octopus Home Mini or Octopus Fan Club…well that was Phil and his brill team of tech wizards. He also occasionally graces our TV screens to discuss the next exciting smart energy gadget, be sure to keep your eyes peeled (LINK).

We're huge fans of community energy. In this blog we’re going to talk about what a community energy project is, what you should consider if you’re planning to set one up, and how to sell your community energy to Octopus, via Younity.

We're loaning thermal imaging cameras to help you to spot heat loss around your home. This will enable cheap, effective, personalised improvements that can have a real impact on your wallet, and the environment.

Hot tips for running your heat pump this winter

Hear all about our 2022 Octopus Energy Equality Internship, directly from the interns.

Every day, up and down the country, hundreds of friendly, capable Energy Helpers go door to door, doing everything they can to help people save on their energy bills (and reducing the UK’s reliance on carbon in the process). Recently, I was lucky enough to tag along…

Octopus Energy Saving Sessions are here to encourage customers to shift their power usage away from peak times and will be able to earn OctoPoints and rewards for doing so, throughout winter.

This year, we kickstarted a brand-new series called the ‘Empowerment Series’ at Octopus, to empower and support the people of colour in our sector.

Read our interview with our brilliant first speaker, Chemical engineer and consultant for mega-companies like Amazon - Oyin.

Electric vehicles are still far cheaper, and of course, greener, to run than the fossil-fuel-guzzling alternatives. In this blog we’ll explain a whole host of ways that electric vehicles can help you navigate the energy crisis.

Decarbonisation has never been more critical, but the case for significant market reform is now just as much about energy security, and making our system affordable. Find out how we can ramp up low carbon flexibility through market reform and key supporting policy measures.

Here's how you can make the most out of “Saving Sessions” as a business with a smart meter. In Saving Sessions, we'll pay you to use less power. The more electricity you save during your Sessions, the more money you can make!

Everything you need to know about the Warm Home Discount for 2025 / 2026.

In Saving Sessions, we'll pay you to use less power. The more electricity you save during your Sessions, the more money you can make – it could add up to £100 over Winter.

Here are 8 tips and tricks to help you earn more in Saving Sessions.

Saving Sessions is the new era of energy. During Saving Sessions, customers get rewarded for shifting their power: for using less when the grid's busy and the power gets dirty, and filling their boots when there's plenty of green in the wires.

Find out more about Saving Sessions and Free Electricity.

By mobilising 100,000s of people to use less energy when the demand on our electricity grid is highest, we can avoid turning on fossil-fuel run power plants and benefit from cheaper, greener energy.

Get the answers to all of your burning questions below.

Our research shows the typical home could save £300 by using an electric blanket to keep warm rather than always heating the whole house.

Octo Assist is a £40 million customer help fund and a collection of support schemes designed to give extra help to customers most in need.

Read more and find out how to apply for electric blankets, thermal cameras, standing charge holidays and more.

Smart meters are the free thing you didn't know you needed – but don't take our word for it. Here's why our customers are loving their smart meters...