Date: 19th February 2026

Don't Panic! Unpacking Octopus Intelligent Go and SEG Tariff Changes

There’s been some chatter lately about changes to the Octopus Energy Intelligent Go (IOG) tariff and the SEG (Smart Export Guarantee) rate. We know that hearing about price adjustments can feel like a bit of a curveball, but as your Grimsby solar experts, we’re here to show you why the news isn't all bad—and how you can actually come out on top.

First Things First: What’s Actually Changing?

If you are already on the Intelligent Go tariff, your rates are not changing... yet! Octopus has a great track record of protecting existing customers for a period. However, for new sign-ups or those moving onto the tariff now, the figures have shifted slightly:

  • Overnight Rate: Increasing from 7p to 7.5p per kWh.
  • Day Rate: Increasing to 30.5p per kWh.
  • SEG (Export) Rate: Moving from 15p to 12p per kWh.

While a 3p drop in export payments might seem a bit of a letdown, it actually highlights a golden rule in the world of renewables: Energy is always worth more in your own home than it is sold back to the grid.

Why the Tesla Powerwall 3 is Your Secret Weapon

With the gap between the day rate (30.5p) and the export rate (12p) widening, the goal is simple: Stop exporting and start storing.

The Tesla Powerwall 3 is the perfect partner for these changes. By storing your solar energy instead of selling it for 12p, you avoid buying it back later at 30.5p. That's an immediate "profit" of 18.5p for every single unit of electricity you use yourself.

The Math: How "Load Shifting" Saves You Over £1,100 a Year

Load shifting is simply moving your energy use from the expensive day rate to the cheap overnight rate. Even if the sun doesn't shine, your Powerwall 3 can "buy" cheap energy at night to give you a massive discount all day.

Let’s look at the numbers for a single Tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5kWh capacity):

  • Day Rate: 30.5p
  • Night Rate: 7.5p
  • Saving per kWh: 23p
  • Daily Saving (Full Cycle): 13.5kWh times 23p = £3.10 saving per day.
  • Annual Saving: £3.10 times 365 days = £1,131.50 per year.

That is over £1,100 saved every year just by shifting where your electricity comes from—before you even account for your free solar power!

There Has Never Been a Better Time to Install

We’re not just saying that—the "stars have aligned" for Grimsby homeowners right now with three huge financial incentives:

1. The £750 Tesla Powerwall Rebate

Tesla is celebrating 1 million installations with a limited-time rebate. You can claim £375 back per Powerwall 3 installed (up to £750 for two units). This is paid directly to you via a Virtual Visa card after your installation is registered.

2. 36 Months Interest-Free Finance

At Wil-Lec, we want to make green energy accessible. We are currently offering 0% interest-free finance for 3 full years.

The Wil-Lec Math: If your Powerwall 3 saves you ~£94 a month (our calculation above), and you use our 0% finance, your energy savings could effectively pay for a huge chunk of the battery every single month.

3. 0% VAT on Battery Storage

The government has extended the 0% VAT on retrofitted battery installations. This saves you 20% compared to previous years—a saving of roughly £1,500 to £2,000 on a typical install.

Why Choose Wil-Lec Group?

We’ve been Grimsby’s trusted electrical experts since 1997. As the first and only certified Tesla Powerwall 3 Partner installer in North East Lincolnshire, we don't just "fit" batteries—we design smart systems that actually save you money.

  • Grimsby Based: No subcontractors, just our local, highly-trained team.
  • Certified Tesla Powerwall 3 Installer/Partner
  • Octopus Trusted Partner: We help you navigate the tariff setup for a seamless experience.
  • Top Rated: 4.8/5 stars on Trustpilot Rated Excellent..

Take Control of Your Energy Today

Don't let tariff changes dictate your bills. With a Tesla Powerwall 3, you can lock in low rates and achieve true energy independence.

Would you like to book a free, no-obligation site survey to see how much a Powerwall 3 could save you on the new Octopus rates? Click here

Gary Stafford Business Development Manager