EDF has introduced a no-standing-charge solar tariff that it claims is the first in Britain and could save homeowners up to £800 a year.
The Empower Exclusive tariff is tailored for those installing solar panels and batteries, aiming to combat energy price rises by charging only for the energy they actually use.
What is EDF's Empower Exclusive tariff?
The Empower Exclusive tariff offers no standing charges, helping homeowners maximise their savings.
Standing charges are fixed daily fees covering energy supply costs, ranging from 5p to 60p per day for electricity and 10p to 80p per day for gas. These costs can accumulate significantly potentially totalling up to £292 annually even if no energy is consumed.
However, homeowners installing a solar panel and battery package with EDF's no-standing-charge solar tariff can avoid these fees as well as save over £800 annually compared to standard variable tariffs.
The tariff also features a daily three-hour window (1am to 4am) offering discounted, zero-carbon electricity to optimise battery charging.
By generating and storing electricity homeowners can reduce reliance on the grid during peak hours, further cutting energy costs and carbon emissions.
10 solar panels, battery and installation for £8,495
EDF's solar panel system, priced around £8,495 for a typical 3-bedroom house, includes 10 panels, a 5kW hybrid inverter, and a 5.32kW solar battery.
The package covers installation, scaffolding, a 10-year warranty on batteries and inverters, and a 25-year warranty on solar panels.
It also includes virtual and technical surveys, plus access to a monitoring app. Additionally, all battery and solar panel installations enjoy 0% VAT.
EDF is also offering a £500 discount on new solar panel and solar battery installations for the first 500 customers, with no upfront payments required until the installation is complete.
Solar bundle aimed to help customers save on 'cash and carbon'
EDF say they are committed to helping customers save cash and carbon and this one-year introductory offer marks the first of its exclusive solar 'net zero home' product and tariff bundles.
Philippe Commaret, Managing Director of Customers at EDF, said: “We know more and more people are looking for ways to save cash and carbon, which is why we’re pleased to bring this unique solar product bundle to the market.
“We look forward to helping more customers enjoy the benefits of solar panels, providing them with a fantastic end-to-end installation service and significant reductions on household bills.”
How to apply?
The offer applies to new customers but you will need to check you meet the eligibility criteria for the Empower Exclusive tariff before applying on EDF's website.
