Octopus Energy asks UK customers to cut power use during solar eclipse

Britain's largest household energy supplier urged customers to reduce electricity consumption during a peak-demand window on Wednesday as a nearly total solar eclipse temporarily reduces solar generation across the grid.

First covered Aug 10, 2026 · 4:54 AM PT · 1 article

Octopus Energy asks UK customers to cut power use during solar eclipse — Image via theguardian.com

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1d Guardian Environment Octopus Energy: use less electricity during solar eclipse — Firm urges customers to avoid running washing machines and dishwashers between 6pm and 8pm on Wednesday Where in the UK will get the best view of the solar…

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Appeared in: 2026-08-11 (#16)

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