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7 October 2022

6642 GB adults surveyed

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The National Grid is introducing a voluntary scheme from November to March whereby people with smart meters could get a £10 a day refund on their energy bills if they cut their energy use at peak times of day, with recommendations including using washing machines and other appliances overnight. If you had a smart meter, is this something you would do?

Conducted 7 October 2022

YouGov surveyed 6642 GB adults

70%
13%
17%
The National Grid is introducing a voluntary scheme from November to March whereby people with smart meters could get a £10 a day refund on their energy bills if they cut their energy use at peak times of day, with recommendations including using washing machines and other appliances overnight. If you had a smart meter, is this something you would do?

Conducted 7 October 2022

YouGov surveyed 6642 GB adults

By:
70%
13%
17%

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