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Smart Export Gaurantee
Get paid for the energy you export to the grid
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What is smart export guarantee
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) is a government-backed scheme that allows homeowners to earn money by exporting any unused electricity generated by their solar panels back to the National Grid.
Rather than letting excess energy go to waste, approved electricity suppliers pay you for every kilowatt-hour (kWh) you export. The amount you receive depends on the tariff you choose, which is why comparing suppliers can make a significant difference to your annual return.
Whether you’re installing a brand-new solar PV system or already have one in place, selecting the right Smart Export Guarantee tariff helps maximise your investment. With the right combination of solar panels, battery storage and export tariff, you can reduce your electricity bills while generating additional income from the energy your home doesn’t use.
At UK Solar Power Panels, we help homeowners understand the latest Smart Export Guarantee tariffs and choose the option that best suits their household and energy usage. Our aim is to ensure you receive the maximum value from every unit of clean electricity your system produces.
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Smart Export guarantee league table
Indicative export rates from selected UK suppliers
| Supplier | Tariff | Export Rate | Best For | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octopus Energy | SEG | 4.1p/kWh | Export only | Eligible smart meter |
| Octopus Energy | Outgoing Octopus | 12.0p/kWh | Most solar homes | Eligible smart meter |
| Octopus Energy | Agile Outgoing | Half-hourly variable | Maximise export | Half-hourly pricing |
| Octopus Energy | Octopus Flux | Time-of-use variable (up to ~29p/kWh peak) | Battery storage | Flux tariff & compatible setup |
| E.ON Next | Next Flex Export | 6.0p/kWh | Standard SEG | General export tariff |
| E.ON Next | Export Exclusive | 16.5p/kWh | E.ON customers | Qualifying import account |
| E.ON Next | Export Premium | 17.5p/kWh | E.ON-installed solar | Qualifying installation |
| Scottish Power | SmartGen+ | 15.0p/kWh | ScottishPower customers | Eligibility applies |
| EDF Energy | Export 12m | 15.0p/kWh | EDF customers | Eligibility applies |
| OVO Energy | Smart Export | 15.0p/kWh | OVO customers | Eligibility applies |
| British Gas | Export & Earn Plus | 15.1p/kWh | British Gas customers | Qualifying import account |
| So Energy | So Export Flex | 4.5p/kWh | Standard export | Fixed export tariff |
| Utilita | SEG Tariff | 3.0p/kWh | Existing customers | Standard SEG |
Note: Higher export rates are often subject to eligibility criteria and may change.