OCTOPUS ENERGY

Overview

Octopus Energy is a London-based energy company founded in 2015 that has rapidly grown into one of the UK’s largest suppliers of gas and electricity. It serves millions of households and businesses both in the UK and internationally, with operations spanning Europe, North America, and Asia. The company was created with the backing of Octopus Group and has since expanded into a global organisation focused on transforming how energy is produced, managed, and consumed.

At its core, Octopus Energy supplies electricity and gas to domestic and commercial customers, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy. All of its electricity tariffs are backed by 100 percent renewable sources, and the business is committed to accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels. Beyond traditional supply, it also develops and manages large scale renewable energy assets, including wind and solar farms, positioning itself across both energy generation and retail.

A key differentiator for the company is its focus on technology. Octopus has built its own proprietary platform, Kraken, which powers billing, customer service, and smart energy management. This technology is not only used internally but is also licensed to other utilities globally, helping modernise legacy energy systems. Alongside this, the company offers smart tariffs, electric vehicle charging solutions, and heat pump installations, all designed to make energy usage more efficient and cost effective.

More broadly, Octopus Energy positions itself as a clean energy and technology business rather than just a supplier. Its mission centres on making renewable energy affordable and accessible while driving innovation across the entire energy system. Through investments in green infrastructure, smart technology, and customer focused services, the company aims to play a major role in the global shift towards a low carbon energy future.