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Chris J Dixon wrote:
Tim+ wrote:

The “carrot and stick” approach with Octopus Agile is quite a strong
incentive to alter ones usage. ;-)

Without suitable incentives it’s not surprising that people can’t be
bothered to change. If a company makes it worthwhile though...


Isn't an important part of the picture that right now there isn't
simple and cost-effective off-the-shelf technology available to
permit appliances and other kit to be controlled for greatest
economy.

Chris


But there is.

https://ifttt.com

You can buy switches that will turn appliances on and off based on you
current electricity tariff.

Tim

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