Energy supplier EDF yesterday (12 June) launched a market-first solar tariff offering daily off-peak discounts and zero standing charges or exit fees.
The Empower Exclusive tariff is exclusively available to new customers who install a solar panel and battery bundle through EDF’s solar installer, Contact Solar. The year-year inductor offer marks the first of its exclusive solar net zero home product and tariff bundles.
Alongside zero standing charges, the time-of-use tariff helps customers save money and reduce carbon emissions by providing three hours of discounted, zero-carbon electricity every day between 1am and 4am.
As part of the deal, EDF and Contact Solar are offering £500 off new solar panel and battery installations for the first 500 customers signing up for the bundle, and there will be nothing to pay until the system is fully installed.
As previously covered on Solar Power Portal, EDF acquired Chorley-based solar panel and battery installer Contact Solar in mid-February 2024 as part of a plan to scale its renewable energy installations business.
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.
“Working closely with Contact Solar, 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.”
