By 2020, all households in the UK will have a 'smart meter'.
So, what are smart meters? Basically, they will bring an end to estimated bills and meter readings and will let you and your energy supplier know exactly how much energy you are using so you can make your own choice on how much energy you use. With the new technology, you may be able to have the option of different tariffs such as 'time of day' or 'pay as you go'.
This is a massive undertaking for the whole of the energy industry - and one which will firmly put you in the driving seat regarding your own energy use. www.npower.com/web/At_home/electricity_and_gas/SmartMetering/index.htm www.energy-retail.org.uk/smartmeters.html www.renewableenergyfocus.com/view/5041/indesit-rltec-and-npower-dynamic-demand-smart-grid-technology/ www.guardian.co.uk/business/2009/dec/02/smart-meters-go-ahead www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/Resources/Energy-saving-news/Moving-home-and-energy-efficiency/UK-prepares-for-smart-meter-roll-out
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