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September 23, 2024
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Power Move going into Beyond - new challenge information

Power Move going into Beyond - New Challenge Information

Updated on 11/06/26 by Ben_OVO

Power Move is now live in the OVO app/Beyond. If you already have consented to HHR before, when you go back to the home screen after providing consent you should see the Power Move tab again with "Join Now", if you click on this, you'll be able to complete sign up. If this is your first time providing consent, you will be emailed once the meter settings have been updated. Please note, you will need to have the most recent updated version of the app, if you're on an older version you may not be able to see Power Move so please make sure you update your app to the new version.

 

 

 

Hi everyone,

 

Throughout 2024 so far customers have saved over £1.3 million by shifting their energy and making greener choices with Power Move.

 

Ahead of the next challenge starting October 1, we have a few changes we wanted to let you know about.

 

Power Move will now be exclusive to Beyond. 

If you want to take part in the next, and future Power Move challenges, you'll need to join each challenge when it opens in Beyond. Beyond is our free Energy Savings Account - you can read more about Beyond here.

To unlock Beyond, you’ll need to download the OVO app, have a smart meter and pay by Direct Debit. 

You won’t be able to opt in or see the new challenge details in the Power Move section on your online account. 

We also won’t be auto-enrolling current Power Move customers onto the new challenge, but will be contacting customers when the new challenge is available to opt in.


Changes to eligibility 

To take part you will need to have a single-rate meter, pay by Direct Debit, and have a smart meter. Multi-rate meters, like those used for Economy 7 or Economy 10, can’t be used for Power Move from October 1.

We're looking at how we can include more customers in the future.

 

Updates via the OVO app

You’ll soon be able to see your progress through the app. When the new challenge is live, sign in to your account and select 'Power Move' on the home screen.

Don’t have the OVO app? Download it from the App Store or Google Play Store.

 

New tiers and rewards

We’ve made the monthly peak usage targets easier for the next challenge, and increased the rewards. Peak times for this challenge will be 4pm-7pm and the rewards are:

 

  • 12.00% to 10.01% = £3
  • 10.00% to 8.01% = £6
  • 8.00% or less = £12

 

Thanks

The OVO team

 

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    Newcomer
    ruthr
    Newcomer
    October 1, 2024

    I avoid apps at all costs so this will deter me from taking part completely. I don’t seem to be able to find details of the benefits/rewards/perks in order to make a balanced decision about whether it will be worth it for me. I had previously participated predominantly to help the grid and green usage whilst it benefited me too. If I can’t find out how I might benefit then it really isn’t worth the hassle of downloading the app and learning how to manage a whole new system of frustration. 😒

    I don’t see why we should be forced, in a way, to use the app.

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      alinbongo54
      Rank 2
      October 1, 2024

      Just clicked on it- 2 secs it took.

      Only thing I was not sure on was the meter questions which I think were send reading every half hour which I know is Yes but the other one was something about send meter readings for settlements and I said yes to that too!  - Not sure if that was correct but it simply said your meter will be updated in 24 hours!!!

        Blastoise186
        Super User
        Blastoise186Super User
        Super User
        October 1, 2024

        However, with that being said, Power Move is still Power Move. Nothing about the core of how it works has changed. But it is worth noting that most of the stuff you’ll find in the app now are things that folks were asking for a lot.

        I’d recommend you at least give it a try - just for one month at least. If you don’t like it, feel free to yell at me for suggesting it in the first place. If it works, let me know it was worth a go.

        Securing energy by zapping security bugs... For that is The Blastoise Way! Remember, I'm just like you - AI Powered Evil Geniuses aren't Staff!
        Newcomer
        ruthr
        Newcomer
        October 1, 2024

        Yes, have signed up - but its not something I was desperate for!!

        Firedog
        Super User
        FiredogSuper User
        Super User
        October 1, 2024

        …  send reading every half hour which I know is Yes but the other one was something about send meter readings for settlements and I said yes to that too! 

         

        Mystery revealed here:

         

        Noel | I have no official status; I'm just a volunteer who comes here to help other customers. My gear: Aclara SGM 1416-B Electricity-only E7 meter; Chameleon IHD3-PPMID-AAA | It may look as if I know what I’m talking about, but don’t let that fool you. |
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        alinbongo54
        Rank 2
        October 1, 2024

        …  send reading every half hour which I know is Yes but the other one was something about send meter readings for settlements and I said yes to that too! 

         

        Mystery revealed here:

         

        Ah thank you!!   This is what I would like to see in the app hahah

        The current offers are of no use to me, so I simply use the app for my useage and this power move, it would be good if all “important” updates were added in there I guess!

        Blastoise186
        Super User
        Blastoise186Super User
        Super User
        October 1, 2024

        Those settings are also in the app too! :)

        But they need to both be on Half-Hourly for stuff like Power Move to work.

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          Firedog
          Super User
          FiredogSuper User
          Super User
          October 1, 2024

           

          This is what I would like to see in the app hahah
           

           

          Noel | I have no official status; I'm just a volunteer who comes here to help other customers. My gear: Aclara SGM 1416-B Electricity-only E7 meter; Chameleon IHD3-PPMID-AAA | It may look as if I know what I’m talking about, but don’t let that fool you. |
            Nukecad
            Super User
            NukecadSuper User
            Super User
            October 1, 2024

            I don’t see why we should be forced, in a way, to use the app.

            Mmm, ‘forced’?

            Whether you choose to to do the Power Move challenges or not is entirely up to you.
            Nobody is twisting your arm up your back if you don’t want to take part..

            I said, Hey - Watts going on.
            Newcomer
            ruthr
            Newcomer
            October 1, 2024

            I did say ' in a way'. But if I do 'choose' to join the Power Move like last year, then I am in effect 'forced' to use the app.

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