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

Octopus Energy: built to last

28 energy suppliers went bust in 2021, so some customers are understandably wondering if their supplier could be going the same way. We're different: the UK's fifth largest supplier (and now operating in 14 countries globally). Read all about how we've scaled and how we're supporting customers through the crisis.

Everything you need to know about meter certification

Is your meter approaching the end of its operational use? Most meters have a ‘certified until’ date which is essentially the same as a ‘best before’ date. Certification periods are allocated by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (the OPSS) and meters need be replaced once they've passed this.

Energy storage: making 100% renewable power a reality

In a future powered by 100% renewable energy, we're going to need to be able to call on green electrons when we need them. Given that we can't make the sun shine and the wind blow on demand, where is this flexibility going to come from? Energy storage might just be the solution we've been waiting for.

Why we're trying to help our customers use less gas this Winter

As we continue to face the energy crisis, we wanted to share some results from the first month of our Winter Workout gas saving challenge, and talk a little more about how we're helping customers.

What makes Octopus so....Octopus?

Being Britain’s most awarded energy supplier is about a whole lot more than cheaper deals. With the energy sector in crisis, and countless suppliers going bust, you need to be able to trust that we’re here to stay and we’ll do what’s right. Here are a few things you should know.

Spotlight on... Kerry, Head of Social Media

In our Spotlight series, we'll introduce you to some of the brilliant people behind the scenes at Octopus. In this blog I'm talking to Kerry who splits her time between leading operations teams, community managers and getting stuck in with social channels and development too!

We’re working with Sterlite Power to supercharge India’s energy decarbonisation

At COP26, we signed a deal with Sterlite Power to help unlock smart green power systems in both India and the UK. Read all about how our new deal with these power transmission experts can accelerate decarbonisation of India and bring crucial transformation to the UK’s legacy grid.

Spotlight on... Gurjeet, Director of Operations at Octopus Electric Vehicles

Octopus Energy is made up of 1000+ fantastic people working on stuff you'd never expect, all pushing hard towards a shared goal. In this Spotlight series blog we'll be get inside look at Octopus Energy Electric Vehicles, and their amazing Director of Operations, Gurjeet.

Our global mission is getting a US$300 million injection (and 30 new wind turbines) thanks to our partnership with CPP Investments

We've formed a new partnership with Canadian Pension Plan Investments (CPP Investments), one of the world’s largest pension funds. They’ll be providing an initial US$300 million equity funding for our global mission – and that’ll hopefully just be the start of something much bigger.

Save gas (and stay cosy) with our Winter Workout tips

Try out the simple gas saving tips that helped 150,000 homes save £4.8 million on their energy bills this Winter.

Why we're still growing globally in the face of UK energy turmoil

The global energy system needs urgent change to end reliance on expensive, finite fossil fuels, and truly treat customers fairly – here's why we've got not time to waste if we want to achieve our mission to deliver cheaper, greener power to the world.

Making Green Energy Greener

We look to a future where wind & solar farms are buzzing with biodiversity, exploring new ways for renewable sites to help the planet.

Next Stop: Octopus Energy Italy

Our mission to bring affordable, green electricity to the world is growing. Ciao, Octopus Energy Italy! 🇮🇹

The Price Cap is not responsible for the demise of energy companies

The Price Cap is not responsible for the demise of energy companies.

Octopus Energy agrees $600m deal with former-VP Al Gore backed sustainable investment fund

We're over the moon to be able to announce our $600 million partnership with Generation Investment Management, a sustainable investment fund, co-chaired by former US Vice-President and climate champion Al Gore.

Spotlight on... Aaliyah, Customer Operations Manager in Brighton

Octopus Energy is made up of 1000+ fantastic people, all pushing hard towards a shared goal: driving the global green energy revolution. Here you can meet Aaliyah, of of our fantastic Operations Managers and find out about what it's like to work as an energy expert in our Operations team!

Meet the team behind our latest innovation: The Electric Juice Network

Electric Juice Network (EJN) is our latest innovation- we are partnering with as many charge point operators as possible to provide you with an easy way to pay for all your electric vehicle charging on the go. What’s more, we are developed a game changing app that shows you the closest charge points to you, plus loads of other info like charging speeds, socket types available and price per kWh. If you are an Octopus Energy customer, you can also pay via your energy account. 

With over 14 charging partners already signed up and many more on their way to join let’s meet some of the people who are making EJN a reality.

Destination: Greener Driving

A handy guide on why getting an EV might be the right choice for you.

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