Tag: meter
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Hundreds of thousands relieved as meter switch-off delayed
Hundreds of thousands of households across the UK can breathe a sigh of relief after the government announced a delay to the planned shutdown of older electricity meters, averting a potential crisis in heating and hot water access. The government has confirmed that the planned 30 June switch-off of the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) to…
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How to Read Your Water Meter & Track Your Usage Accurately
Learning how to read a water meter is among the most useful things a homeowner or tenant can do to monitor water consumption, avoid surprise bills, and make better estimates about saving water. Learning to read a water meter is an easy skill that can help you use less water and save money on your utility bill.…
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Smart meter data sharing proposal sparks privacy concerns
The government’s latest proposal to allow energy companies to access and share household data from smart meters has raised alarms among privacy advocates, who are warning about the potential risks to consumers. As part of its push towards net zero, ministers are consulting on a new smart data scheme that could see household energy usage…