The case for a smart energy system

Britain is in the middle of the biggest upgrade to its energy infrastructure in a generation. Millions of households have already made the move to smart meters, enjoying a better understanding of their energy usage and becoming part of a cleaner, greener, smarter energy system.

SMARTER HOMES

Smart meters are helping to build a greener economy — but change begins at home. 36% of the UK’s electricity demand comes from households.Delta-EE, 2019 73% of households with a smart meter have taken at least one step to reduce their energy usage.Smart Energy Outlook report, March 2019 There are already 14.9 million smart meters installed in homes and micro-businesses across Great Britain.

SAVE ON YOUR ENERGY

A smarter energy system means that we’re all better off. £100+ Annual estimated saving per household with medium usage, using a smart meter … rising to £300 Annual estimated saving per household with a smart meter by 2030. Smart pre-payment meters are already helping households save £75 per year on average.All Delta-EE, 2019

FUTURE DEMANDS

The way we use electricity is changing — which means it’s time to get smart. 11 million electric cars estimated to be on UK roads by 2030National Grid Future Energy Scenarios … which could increase electricity demand by 15%.Smart Meters: Unlocking the Future, Gov.UK Electric vehicles are expected to account for 60% of all cars bought by 2030.Delta-EE, 2019 In transport, smart meters will enable high levels of electrification delivering 54% CO² reduction by 2035 (from 2015 levels).Delta-EE, 2019

GOING GREEN

Halting climate change is the challenge of a generation — and smart meters are helping us to meet it. Only 35% of the UK’s electricity comes from renewable sources.Q1 BEIS statistics Smart meters will contribute to a CO2 emissions saving of 25% by 2013.Delta-EE, 2019 In electricity generation, smart meters will be an essential building block for a 77% CO² reduction by 2035 (from 2015 levels).Delta-EE, 2019

THE BUSINESS CASE

A smart energy system will help grow and strengthen the UK’s economy. £8bn The amount a truly smart energy system could save each year.Delta-EE, 2019 £19bn Estimated savings for the UK economy from the deployment of a smart grid.EY, 2012

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