LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — (Marketwire) — 05/16/12 — are devices that allow you to see just how much energy you–re using and, more importantly, how much it is costing you. Replacing your existing meter, they will enable you to make savings of up to 10% on your current energy bill.
Transforming how we see energy
Smart Meters contain a visual display that shows you how much energy you are using in real-time. A traffic light dial tells you whether your energy use is heavy, moderate or light. You can also compare historical consumption over hourly, daily, monthly or seasonal periods, to identify usage patterns and possible areas for cost-saving.
Encouraging energy efficiency through
The real-time meter reading means you can actually see just how much power is being used unnecessarily whilst you–re asleep, or just how much you can save by reducing your heating thermostat by a degree or two. Seeing the direct correlation between behaviour and money saved encourages users to take positive action across all areas of the home.
No more meter readings
As the Smart Meter allows the consumer to see what tariff they–re on and how much they–re spending, there–s no more confusion over estimates and invisible use. You won–t need to query your bill, as the supplier will be sent the same information that you see in front of you on the display, via wireless technology. The supplier will also be able to use data from the regular readings to quickly identify any faults with your system.
Easy to install and free of charge
British Gas is installing Smart Meters as part of a nationwide upgrade, so there won–t be any cost to the customer. The installation will only take an hour and a half, and all technicians have been trained to work quickly, carefully and safely in your home.
Contacts:
Felicity Callaghan
+44 (0)7769 542 360