Octopus Flux is an innovative energy tariff from Octopus Energy, designed specifically for homeowners with solar panels and battery storage. It is the UK’s first tariff to combine both import and export rates into a single, smart solution – helping solar households maximise savings and make better use of their renewable energy.
If you already generate your own electricity through a solar PV system, Octopus Flux allows you to take full control of when you import, store and export energy, ultimately reducing reliance on the grid and lowering energy bills.
What Type of Energy Tariff Is Octopus Flux?
Octopus Flux is a three rate, flexible import and export tariff built exclusively for homes with solar panels and battery storage. Unlike standard energy tariffs, Octopus Flux merges your electricity import tariff with your Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) into one streamlined plan. Both import and export prices are linked to wholesale energy markets, meaning rates can rise or fall depending on wider energy conditions.
As a flexible tariff, standing charges and unit rates may change over time, but the structure of the tariff remains focused on rewarding smart energy use.
How Does Octopus Flux Work?
Octopus Flux is designed to optimise how and when you use electricity, helping you get the most value from your solar panels and battery system. The tariff operates across three daily pricing periods, with matching import and export rates.
Super Off Peak (02.00-05.00)
This is the cheapest time to import electricity. Homeowners can top up their battery using low cost grid electricity if needed. This period is also ideal for electric vehicle charging, making Octopus Flux a strong option for EV owners.
Peak Period (16.00-19.00)
Electricity prices are highest during peak demand. This is the best time to discharge your battery and export surplus solar energy back to the grid, earning higher export rates.
Day Rate (All Other Times)
A flat rate applies outside of peak and off peak hours, covering general household energy use throughout the day.
When paired with a correctly sized solar PV system and battery storage, Octopus Flux enables households to reduce imports during expensive periods and maximise export income when demand is highest.
How Do I Sign Up for Octopus Flux?
To be eligible for Octopus Flux, you’ll need:
- A solar PV system
- Battery storage
- A smart meter
If you’re a UK homeowner or business considering solar panels or battery storage, installing the right system is essential to unlocking the full benefits of smart tariffs like Octopus Flux.
At SolarTherm UK, we design and install high performance solar and battery systems tailored to your property and energy usage. Our experienced team will build you the optimal system that works for how you want to use your energy, giving you the power back.
Contact SolarTherm UK today for a free, no obligation quote and design, tailored to your property, usage and future energy needs. No hard sell, just honest, expert advice.
Your home. Your energy. Your future.
