At peak times, there are high levels of demand on the energy grid.

This means the UK’s renewable energy doesn’t go as far, and so dirtier carbon-heavy fossil fuel gets used to fill the gap.

Peak times change throughout the year. During winter they’re between 4-7pm. In the summer months, we use energy slightly later - meaning the peak times are typically later.

Power Move is about rewarding you for using energy in a way that’s better for the planet. That doesn’t mean using any less energy. Instead, we challenge you to use energy at greener times of the day – in return for credit on your energy bill.

A Power Move challenge might see you drying your hair a little later, timing the washing machine or dishwasher to run earlier, and choosing to charge your laptop (or even an electric car) at off-peak times like the early morning or overnight.

It’s a great way to rely less on fossil fuels – while reducing your energy bills. And if we all make small changes to our energy use together, we’ll make a bigger difference to our collective carbon footprint. A big step on the Path to Zero!

How it works

You can join a Power Move challenge if you’re an OVO pay monthly customer with a smart meter that’s sending half-hourly readings. If you haven't already, you can easily switch to half-hourly reads through your online account.

We often set new challenges. But the goal is always to move your energy use to times of the day when the grid is greener. With rewards if you keep sticking to your new and improved energy habits.