jontracey4

A cheaper energy tariff should be good news. But Intelligent Octopus Go Loyal Fixed left me asking a different question: what does loyalty actually mean? I remained an Octopus customer throughout the summer, using Flux, yet the offer’s wording apparently excluded me because I was not already on Intelligent Go. This is not about begrudging anyone a saving. If the offer reduces your bill, that is welcome. It is about understanding why loyalty appears to depend on which product you use, and...

I’m giving away three EcoFlow STREAM units that I’ve been using for around a year: a STREAM Ultra, a STREAM AC Pro and a STREAM AC. This is a chance to put the equipment into the hands of viewers who will use it, while saying thank you to the people who have helped build the channel. The giveaway goes live on 2 October 2026, and the live draw will take place on Tuesday 1 December 2026. Details of the livestream will follow. Before entering, please be clear about the collection arrangements:...

After a successful summer on Octopus Flux, I’m facing a familiar autumn question: should I stay where I am or change tariffs for winter? My home has solar panels, battery storage, a heat pump and two electric cars. That combination gives me flexibility, but it also means there’s more to consider than the cheapest overnight rate. I need to think about what I buy, what I export and how the whole system behaves when the sunshine becomes less reliable. As I record this update in late September...