Energy supplier OVO will be paying customers to cut down energy usage during peak times in a new trial.
The trial is called Power Move and could see customers earn up to £100 for using their energy during less busy periods. Customers will be asked to reduce energy use during the high demand hours of 4pm - 7pm.
This will help reduce pressure on the grid, as data shows that the average household uses 19 percent of their daily total usage during these hours. Because of this there isn't enough renewable energy to go around, reports the Hull Daily Mail.
