Smart meters could help unlock already growing consumer interest in electric vehicles (EV), according to a new survey that suggests more than eight people in Britain are considering buying or leasing an EV in the next five years. The Populus survey of over 2,000 UK adults was carried out on behalf of Smart Energy GB, the government-backed agency tasked with promoting the UK’s smart meter roll out. The poll found that while there is already considerable consumer interest in the fast-expanding EV market, engagement is likely to rise further once people realise how plug-in vehicles can integrate with advanced smart meters to help curb energy costs. More than a third of respondents said they would be more interested in buying an EV if they have a smart meter, while a third of drivers said they would be more likely to purchase an EV if they could programme it to charge automatically at home when energy is cheapest.
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Writing exclusively for BusinessGreen, Claire Perry argues smart meters could unlock the rapid adoption of cleaner and more cost effective vehicles. Modernising our energy system lies at the heart of the government’s Industrial Strategy and Clean Growth Grand Challenge. A smart energy system will deliver cheaper and cleaner energy for consumers.
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