Government and energy suppliers urged to get smart meter rollout back 'on track', as NAO warns pace of deployment remains slower than planned
Data Communications Company claims 15 million homes are now connected to Britain's smart meter network providing real-time data on energy use
Households with smart meters have greater control of their energy use and can help reduce strain on Britain's energy reserves during crisis
Preliminary results of hour-long trial earlier this month saw 200,000 households receive payments to avoid using power at peak times
Energy firm says customers could make £100 whilst helping to tackle power cut risks
Installations picked up in 2021 but pace still lags behind pre-pandemic times, official figures show
Leading network operator DCC says last year saw a record-breaking eight million new meters connected, despite COVID disruptions
Government confirms plans for levy on gas suppliers to help fund grid-connected anaerobic digestion (AD) plants around Britain
Industry groups welcome move that promises to unlock a new era for clean technologies and flexible grids
2020 saw major progress in digitisation of energy grid as Britain as smart meter network tripled in size, according to firm responsible for national smart meter infrastructure