Householders are to be paid to cut electricity use in their homes during peak times, it has been announced - here are the full details of the scheme.
The Demand Flexibility Service, which has now been given approval by energy regulator Ofgem, will run until March 31, 2023. The National Grid Electricity System Operator (ESO) says a typical household could save £100 - but you need to have a smart meter to take advantage.
The scheme is being set up to prevent blackouts this winter, after the ESO said householders could face three-hour planned power cuts if there is a shortage of gas. This was the worst-case scenario presented in a report last month - and system operators insist it is “unlikely” we’ll run out of power, reports The Mirror.
