00:01Households could be offered free or cheaper electricity for using power at certain times
00:06under changes being made to a national energy scheme. Suppliers can now reward their customers
00:12for increasing usage at times when there is excess electricity on the grid, such as during sunny or
00:18windy periods. It builds on existing plans encouraging people to shift demand away from
00:24peak hours, aiming to make better use of renewable energy. The scheme is open to homes with smart
00:30meters through participating providers, with incentives varying by area and supplier. Energy
00:37officials say the changes could help manage supply, reduce waste and potentially lower
00:41bills for households and for businesses.
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