Smart meters: Over-65s leading the charge, survey shows

BusinessGreen staff
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Smart Energy GB research suggests pensioners are most likely age group to own a smart meter as awareness of the technology continues to grow

Britons over the age of 65 are the most likely age group to own a smart meter, according to new research today which suggests awareness of the energy management devices is growing across the UK. A nationwide...

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