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UK predicted to see 13% increase in EV adoption in 2023. Image: Unsplash.

April 24, 2023

EV charging tariffs and the energy demand dilemma

Across the UK, there has been increasing interest in electric vehicle (EV) charging tariffs in a bid to attract new customers.

April 21, 2023

Octopus announces the opening of seven new wind farms across Europe since 2022

UK energy supplier Octopus Energy’s generation arm has now opened seven wind farms across Europe with a combined capacity of 250 MW, the company said.

April 14, 2023

OVO customers shift 164,179kWh out of peak times during winter period

Energy supplier OVO energy has confirmed its customers shifted 164,179kWh of energy out of peak times via its “Power Move” scheme.

April 14, 2023

Octopus EV customers to have Tesla-like charging experience

Octopus Energy’s electric vehicle (EV) roaming service, Electroverse, has launched its Plug & Charge technology to offer it’s customers a simpler charging experience.

US government unveils plans for seven clean hydrogen hubs. Image: Getty Images.

April 12, 2023

Hydrogen Champion recommendations ‘undermine government heat pump targets’, says E3G coalition

A coalition of 20 organisations led by think tank E3G, including Octopus Energy and WWF-UK, have raised concerns over claims made within the recent Hydrogen Champion Report.

Two of Drax's coal units began to warm following the call from National Grid ESO. Image: Drax.

April 6, 2023

ESO’s Stability Pathfinders grid decarbonisation project completes phase one

The National Grid ESO has completed work on 12 units which will provide inertia to the electricity network and ensure stability in the case of sudden changes in generating capacity.

Xlinks will utilise wind and solar technology in Morocco to provide the UK with 3.6GW. Image: Xlinks.

April 6, 2023

Abu Dhabi’s Taqa reportedly set to invest in Xlinks’ Morocco-UK project

Xlink’s project connecting the UK and Morocco with a power line has reportedly received backing from Abu Dhabi-based energy company Taqa.

April 4, 2023

Octopus ‘Saving Sessions’ displace almost 2GWh of electricity demand

Octopus Energy has announced that its customers collectively shifted 1.86GWh of electricity demand throughout its 13 ‘Saving Sessions’.

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March 30, 2023

Energy sector reacts pt 2: praise for removing ‘outdated’ policies in the UK’s ‘Green Day’ energy plan

Members of the energy sector, including Octopus Energy praise the UK's 'Green Day' announcement for removing "outdated" energy policies.

March 28, 2023

Brookfield to gain 20% stake of Octopus Energy through acquisition of Origin Energy

Investment giant Brookfield Renewable Partners is to gain a 20% stake in Octopus Energy as part of its planned acquisition of Origin Energy.

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