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Octopus Energy Takes Majority Stake in Uplight to Scale Flexible, Digitalized Grids Across North America
HOUSTON, March 24, 2026--Octopus Energy Group will cement its expansion in the U.S. by acquiring a majority stake in Uplight, a leading provider of customer engagement and flexibility management solutions that rapidly transform customer participation into dependable grid capacity. The deal is made in partnership with Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader trusted by utilities worldwide, which will remain as a significant minority partner. The transaction is subject to customary re
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