On September 2, 2025, in London, Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest electricity retailer and a leading installer of heat pumps, announced a strategic partnership with LG Electronics, a global leader in electronics. This collaboration aims to deliver cost-effective and eco-friendly heating solutions to households across Europe.
The integration of LG’s advanced heat pumps and air conditioners with Octopus’s proprietary technology platform, Kraken, will allow users to operate their devices automatically at the most economical and environmentally friendly times. This combination will not only contribute to lower energy bills for homes but also reduce reliance on fossil fuels, helping accelerate Europe’s efforts to achieve net-zero emissions.
Heating represents one of Europe’s most significant climate challenges, accounting for about 20% of total CO₂ emissions. In response to this, various European governments are actively promoting the adoption of heat pumps as a cleaner alternative to gas boilers. The UK, in particular, has set a target to install 600,000 heat pumps annually by 2028.
Octopus Energy is already one of the largest installers of heat pumps in Europe, implementing thousands of units each month. They have also invested over £50 million in factories, training centers, and research and development. The partnership agreement was signed at Octopus's London headquarters, attended by Greg Jackson, founder and CEO of Octopus Energy, and Thomas Yoon, President of LG Electronics’ Global Sales & Marketing Company.
The collaboration will initially launch in the UK and Germany, with plans to expand into other European markets. Both companies will combine LG’s global hardware technologies with Octopus's world-class software, potentially extending it beyond heating and cooling products.
Greg Jackson stated, "Heat pumps are essential for clean, affordable heating, and LG provides top-tier products in the market. By integrating with Kraken technology, we can further lower running costs, offering households a simple way to save on energy bills and contribute to environmental sustainability."
Thomas Yoon commented, "Our partnership with Octopus Energy is a crucial milestone in our growth strategy in Europe. We will continue to seek opportunities to create differentiated customer value and drive sustainable growth."
Octopus Energy has already deployed tens of thousands of heat pumps across Europe, leading the electrification movement in the energy sector. LG’s advanced systems, equipped with CoreTech inverter compressors, offer high performance and efficiency, aligning perfectly with Octopus's customer-centric philosophy.
About Octopus Energy Group
Octopus Energy is a tech company dedicated to promoting clean energy globally. Their mission is to create affordable and green energy systems accessible to everyone. Through their retail brand, they deliver cutting-edge services and innovative energy products to nearly nine million households worldwide, offering top-tier customer service. The group operates in 32 countries, covering the entire energy value chain from generation to supply, AI-driven demand management, and invests, builds, and operates renewable energy assets worth £7 billion.
Their advanced data and machine learning platform, Kraken, supports the management of over 70 million customer accounts globally through licensing agreements with major companies such as EDF, E.ON, and Origin Energy. This empowers them to promote smart pricing models and electrification in power and mobility through clean tech. Backed by pension funds, investors, and major energy companies, they strive to deliver cost-effective and green energy along with cutting-edge technologies worldwide. For more information, visit their official website
here.