Offering a combined package of BYD Dolphin and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) technology, with the condition that the vehicles are charged for a minimum of 240 hours monthly.

Offering a combined package of BYD Dolphin and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) technology, with the condition that the vehicles are charged for a minimum of 240 hours monthly.

In a significant development for the Australian electric vehicle (EV) market, Octopus Energy's innovative vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bundle, featuring the BYD Dolphin EV and the Zaptec Pro charger, is generating buzz Down Under. Although the bundle is currently only available in the UK, the involvement of key players in the Australian EV sector suggests a potential launch in Australia in the near future.

The bundle, which includes a leased BYD Dolphin EV, a V2G-ready Zaptec Pro home charger, and access to Octopus's Kraken energy platform, offers an exciting opportunity for Australian consumers to contribute energy back to the grid and save on both energy and vehicle costs.

The strong presence of BYD in the Australian EV market, with the Dolphin already available locally, combined with Octopus Energy's Australian operations and use of Kraken software, and the recent launch of Zaptec chargers in Australia by local distributor SEVR, indicate that the necessary infrastructure and partnerships for offering the Octopus Energy V2G bundle in Australia are largely in place. However, an official announcement regarding the bundle's Australian rollout has yet to be made.

The Zaptec Pro charger, included in the bundle, supports ISO15118 for vehicle communication and uses a proprietary protocol for cloud communication, relying on the older OCPP 1.6j standard. To access the full benefits of the bundle, users must plug in their vehicle at least 20 times per month for 12 hours per session. The terms and conditions of the bundle do not clarify the consequences of not meeting the usage requirement.

Octopus Energy claims that users can save around £620 ($A1,300) annually on energy costs and £1000 ($A2,096) on vehicle costs. Furthermore, the company has partnered with motability services to accommodate disabled drivers and passengers.

For those interested in leasing the bundle, the monthly cost is under £300 (approximately $A629). By participating in the energy ecosystem, customers can potentially contribute to a more sustainable energy future while also enjoying significant cost savings.

Stay tuned for further developments on the potential introduction of Octopus Energy's V2G bundle in Australia. In the meantime, EV enthusiasts in Australia can look forward to the continued growth of the local EV market and the arrival of innovative products and services.

[1] Octopus Energy Press Release, "Octopus Energy launches vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bundle with BYD and Zaptec," 12th March 2021,

1. With the involvement of key players like BYD, Octopus Energy, and Zaptec Pro in the Australian EV market, there's speculation about the potential integration of Octopus Energy's innovative V2G bundle, supported by environmental-science research on renewable energy and sustainability, into the local market.
2. As technology advancements in the EV sector and climate-change awareness continue to grow in Australia, the financial benefits offered by the Octopus Energy V2G bundle, such as potential savings on both energy and vehicle costs, could trigger a significant shift towards environmental-science-focused financial choices among consumers.

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