Octopus Energy launches “groundbreaking” tariff in Scotland
- Apr 24
- 2 min read
Octopus Energy has unveiled a new “groundbreaking” energy tariff in Scotland, bringing its innovative approach to social housing and renewable energy to a wider audience.
The launch marks an important step in tackling one of the biggest challenges in the energy transition, ensuring that both tenants and landlords benefit fairly from low-carbon technology.
A smarter model for social housing
The tariff is being rolled out in partnership with housing associations across Scotland, with early projects already supporting over 100 social homes.
Historically, social housing has faced a key barrier when it comes to renewable energy adoption. While landlords invest in technologies like solar panels, it’s often tenants who see the biggest financial benefit — making it harder to justify large-scale investment.
This new model is designed to change that.
How it works
Homes are equipped with:
Solar panels
Battery storage
These systems generate clean electricity on-site, helping reduce reliance on the grid.
Any unused energy can be:
Stored for later use
Or exported back to the grid at peak times
By combining smart technology with a tailored tariff, the system ensures that the energy generated delivers value more effectively — for both residents and housing providers.
Delivering real savings
According to Octopus, the tariff can reduce electricity bills by around 30%, equivalent to approximately £200 per year for a typical household.
These savings are based on comparisons with standard variable tariffs, providing meaningful cost reductions at a time when energy affordability remains a key concern. Homes with additional technologies, such as heat pumps, may see further reductions in overall energy costs.
Why this matters
This tariff is being positioned as a first-of-its-kind approach in the UK — a model that aligns incentives between tenants and landlords, rather than placing the benefit on one side.
By doing so, it helps unlock wider investment in:
Solar energy
Battery storage
Low-carbon heating systems
For the social housing sector, this could play a significant role in accelerating the transition to more sustainable, energy-efficient homes.
Supporting the transition
As a trusted partner of Octopus Energy, Energy Store supports solutions that bring together technology, affordability, and long-term sustainability.
Innovations like this demonstrate how smarter energy systems can:
Lower household bills
Improve efficiency
Support the UK’s journey to net zero
Looking ahead
With plans to expand the rollout to more homes, this approach offers a scalable pathway for social housing providers looking to invest in renewable energy.
By combining practical savings with a fairer system for sharing benefits, it represents a meaningful step forward for both residents and landlords.
Learn more
If you’re a housing provider or organisation interested in renewable energy solutions, Energy Store can help you explore how solar and battery systems could work for your properties.
