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British Gas to pay customers for using less electricity during peak hours

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British Gas has announced it will reward customers for helping take pressure off the grid by using a reduced amount of electricity during busy times.

The UK's largest energy supplier is the latest company to offer this scheme, and it's hoped that 100,000 people will sign up.

Peak hours are defined as 4-7pm, when the demand for electricity is the highest. With people getting paid to reduce their usage, it's hoped that it won't put as much strain on the supplies.Customers with smart meters will be sent emails asking them if they want to take part, British Gas said."The electricity grid is facing increased pressure and smart technology plays a key role in managing peak demand – reducing consumption has the added benefit of helping consumers save on their energy bills," said chief executive Chris O’Shea."We are exploring how to make this scheme work best for our customers so that it fits in with their habits around the home.

This approach to help manage residential electricity demand is likely to become a major feature of the market in years to come.

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