Any household with a smart meter can now take part in the National Grid energy-saving scheme through a mobile app — regardless of their supplier. Households get paid for reducing their energy use at peak times through the Demand Flexibility Service, operated by the Electricity System Operator (ESO) — a branch of National Grid. The app promises to pay users the full payment awarded by National Grid — about £3 for every kWh saved. Alongside test events, National Grid triggered two live events last month where customers delayed using items such as their oven, dishwasher or washing machine. The Demand Flexibility Service aims to save energy across Britain without resorting to blackouts.

Source: Daily Mail February 14, 2023 23:49 UTC