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Smart meter benefits
Smart meters have lots of different benefits. Smart meters not only help upgrade Britain’s energy system, they can also help you keep track of your energy use, by showing you in near-real time how much energy you’re using.
Request your smart meter or read more about these benefits below.
Environmental benefits of smart meters
Smart meters can do a lot for the environment. Smart meters play a key role in helping Britain upgrade its energy system. Smart meters help Britain's energy system to keep track of where and when energy is being used.
This allows for better management of what energy is needed and where, which could help to cut down on energy waste. Better management of energy supply and demand could also help Britain to make the most of renewable energy like wind and solar.
Other smart meter benefits
Smart meters can also help you keep track of your energy use by showing you how much energy you’re using. Smart meters come with portable screens known as in-home displays. These in-home displays show you how much energy you're using in near-real time. This helps you make decisions that could help reduce your energy usage, which could also reduce your monthly energy bill!
Once you get your smart meter installed, you can sit back knowing that you're playing a part in reaching net zero while also staying on top of your energy bills.
Hear what smart meter owners have to say...
"My smart meter is fantastic. I no longer need to spider dodge in the outside gas meter cupboard to take a meter reading!"
Liz
"Best thing I ever installed was my smart meter. At 71, I don’t have to climb a step ladder to read the meter and send readings."
Joy
"I’ve got a smart meter at home. No more estimated bills. It's a great system."
Billy
"I simply can't see what's not to like about smart meters! They certainly help my family keep a check on our energy spend."
David
"My smart meter has helped me access cheaper energy rates; now I charge the car and run the washing machine for less."
Alan
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