Tuesday 15 May 2012

UK #Energy Minister says #smartmeters will deliver £7bn in benefits

Energy Minister Charles Hendry says the UK's roll-out of smart meters will create £7bn in benefits and help slash the nation's carbon emissions.

As the 2014 launch nears for the mass deployment of smart meters to millions of homes and businesses, the Minister vowed to keep “consumers' interests at the heart of the programme”.

And with Government consultations on key aspects such as privacy, data security and consumer engagement closing on June 1, Mr Hendry spells out the potential benefits of smart meters.

“Smart gas and electricity meters will play a key role in bringing our energy management into the 21st century,” he wrote. “They will bring benefits for consumers, giving us more control over how we use our energy at home and at work, helping us to cut energy consumption save money and reduce carbon emissions.

“Smart meters will provide accurate consumption information and bring an end to estimated billing – so no more nasty surprises for consumers – and will make switching between suppliers smoother and faster.

“They will also help suppliers run their businesses more effectively. New products and services will be supported in a vibrant and competitive market in energy and energy management services. The roll-out will also support the development of a smart grid delivering improved network efficiency and responsiveness and supporting the uptake of electric vehicles and microgeneration.

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