Tag: Smart Meter
9 Ways to Save Money Working From Home
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, many people in the UK have begun working from home regularly, but with soaring energy prices this winter, many will be contemplating how to manage the additional costs of working in their own homes. In conjunction with Which? we've found a number of ways consumers can make savings while working from…
5 things to do if you suspect an energy provider is overcharging you
As energy costs soar this winter, many British homeowners are struggling to afford bills, especially if they are charged for more than they've used. This year, the UK’s Ofgem warned energy suppliers to tighten up direct debit policies, after several companies were taking too much money from customers on automatic payments. If you think you’re being overcharged…
OVO Energy links smart thermostat to smart meter
OVO Energy is offering beta testers a tado° Smart Thermostat that is linked to their smart meter and able to extrapolate data to provide bespoke advice on how to save money on their energy bills. By reducing the amount of energy used, consumers will also reduce their carbon footprint. The initial beta test will be…
Smart Home devices to exceed 13 billion by 2025
A new report from Juniper Research has found that there will be almost 13.5 billion smart home devices in active use by 2025, compared to an expected 7.4 billion at the end of 2020. Smart entertainment devices take the bulk of revenue attributable to the sector - over $230 billion in 2025. Voice assistant capabilities…
British Gas smart meters – putting you in control of your energy usage
Let's face it, understanding how much gas and electricity you are using – and most importantly how much it is all costing you – isn't an easy process. Usually you have to climb up on a ladder or go…
British Gas Smart Meters
This is a sponsored post on behalf of British Gas The days of estimated bills and letting a man into your house to read the meter are nearing an end. British Gas is starting to roll out Smart Meters…
British Gas to add remote appliance control to smartphone apps
British Gas have begun trialing a new app service that will allow customers to remotely switch off appliances from a smartphone. The service, designed to keep bills low by tighter control over appliances (as well as being an additional safety…
