Indra is expanding its relationship with Octopus Energy, introducing a new integration with the popular EV tariff, Intelligent Octopus Go.
Intelligent Octopus Go is the UK’s most popular EV tariff (1), saving customers up to 70% compared to a standard tariff which the vast majority of UK homes are on. The tariff provides a super cheap rate of 7p /kWh for smart charging your EV via an Indra charger.
Octopus’s technology, in line with customers' charging preferences, handles charging times, determining when to charge based on when is best for the grid and factoring in carbon intensity, providing energy which is both cheaper and greener. Octopus estimates that users can save up to hundreds a year, compared with a standard tariff.
Compatibility between the Indra charger and Intelligent Octopus Go has been achieved via a software integration between Indra and Octopus’s proprietary energy-tech platform, Kraken.
As a result of the integration, Indra EV charger users will be able to use the Octopus App to link their charger to their Octopus Intelligent Go account. They can also use the Octopus App to control and schedule their charging, safe in the knowledge that all Smart charging will be billed at 7p/kWh off-peak rate even if it is outside the standard 11:30pm – 5:30am off-peak times.
Users can also select a ‘ready by’ time in their Octopus App, ensuring their car is charged and ready to go at the right time – perfect for morning commuters.
Looking towards a greener future, Indra is one of a few manufacturers whose EV chargers are compatible with both the Intelligent Octopus Go and solar panels. This enables users to benefit from free solar charging on top of the low 7p/kWh charge rate.
As part of the integration, Indra is working closely with Octopus Energy’s energy tech platform, Kraken, to lead the way with advancements in bidirectional charging and ensure the integration is ready for vehicle-to-home (V2H) charging.
John Fox, Indra’s Chief Technology Officer, said:
“We’re delighted to announce this eagerly anticipated integration between our smart home EV chargers and the popular Intelligent Octopus Go tariff."
“We’ve worked closely with Octopus over many months to ensure our customers retain all the features they know and love from their Indra charger whilst benefitting from the cheap and green energy provided via the tariff. We are proud to be one of a small number of EV chargepoint manufacturers who can support smart EV tariffs such as this, in tandem with solar."
Alex Schoch, Head of Electrification at Octopus Energy, commented:
“With everyday, more drivers are benefitting from cheaper, cleaner driving by switching over to the UK’s most popular charging tariff, Intelligent Octopus Go. Driving for just 2p per mile is a game changer. We’re also able to manage charging across the entire country, helping to balance our grid. Integrating chargers, like those made by Indra, unlocks savings for customers, while supporting our energy system.”
This exciting addition of Intelligent Octopus Go complements our existing compatibility with all other smart EV tariffs, giving Indra's customers more options to save.
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(1) Between 10th - 14th October 2024, YouGov Plc surveyed a sample of 2009 EV owners online. 39% of owners with an EV-specific tariff, charged with Intelligent Octopus Go. More than with any other supplier.
For customers that would like to learn more explore switching, we’ve put together a series of how-to guides to them started. Visit indra.co.uk/support/intelligent-octopus-go/.
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