A ’smart grid’ electricity network and the use of ’smart meters’ should save consumers money on their energy bills, according to a government minister.
The grid can “intelligently integrate the actions of all users connected to it in order to maximise efficiency in delivery of sustainable, economic and secure electricity supplies,” Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, Minister of State at Department of Energy and Climate Change, said in a written parliamentary answer.
Parliament is on recess until October 12th, but the text of all House of Lords written answers and statements are being posted on Parliament’s website.
“The use of smart meters gives consumers better information and control on energy usage, helping people to manage their energy demand and bills,” Lord Hunt said in answer to Lord Hylton’s question.
“The rollout of smart meters will be an important step towards development of a smart grid.
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