Avoid using
appliances during peak hours: The peak hours of the day are typically during daily business hours when there is a very high demand of electricity.
The idea is to encourage customers to not run
appliances during peak hours, but that's really asking a lot when the only thing you want to do is turn the A / C on full blast so it feels less like you're melting.
Not exact matches
And it will allow utilities to offer customers
hour - by -
hour rates, including incentives to run
appliances and machines
during off -
peak times that might vary day to day, reducing demand spikes that can destabilize a grid.
Whether it's a thermostat that learns your family's habits or a dishwasher that only runs
during off -
peak energy
hours, smart home
appliances and devices can go a long way in helping curb your family's energy demands.
Did you know the only way you can save money with a Smart Meter is if you are also offered time - of - use rates which let you control costs by running your
appliances during off -
peak hours?