If you’ve got solar panels on your roof, you’re probably generating more energy than you use at certain times. Octopus Fixed Outgoing lets you turn that surplus into income, with minimum fuss and maximum predictability.
How It Works:
- You export any unused electricity from your solar panels to the grid.
- With Fixed Outgoing (“Outgoing Octopus variable tariff – fixed export rate”), you get 15p per kWh for every unit of energy you export.
- The rate is the same all day, so there’s no need to time your exports precisely.
- To qualify, you need a compatible smart meter that can measure exports. Octopus will help with that if you don’t already have one.
Real-World Example:
Imagine your solar setup exports 200 kWh of electricity in a month.
200 kWh × 15p/kWh = £30
Earn it simply by generating and exporting what you don’t use — no complicated timing required.
Who It’s Best For:
- Homes with solar panels that generate more energy than they use during certain periods.
- People who want predictability and simplicity rather than trying to chase peak export prices.
- Those without batteries, or whose battery use/export timing doesn’t match high-price windows.
Why It’s a Game Changer:
- You get paid for energy you’re already producing but not using.
- No guesswork or complicated scheduling needed.
- Offers clarity on income from exports, which helps with budgeting.
Have solar panels and getting more power than you use? Check out Fixed Outgoing with Octopus and see if your system is ready