The UK has introduced an innovative scheme allowing households to earn money by reducing their electricity usage during peak hours as part of the National Grid’s Demand Flexibility Service (DFS). The program, initiated in the 2022-23 winter season and continuing this year, seeks to ease pressure on the grid during high-demand periods, typically between 5 PM and 8 PM. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance energy resilience and promote sustainable energy consumption.
For compliance, they can receive payments of up to £3 (approximately USD 3.80) per kilowatt-hour saved—a significant increase from the previous 52p (about USD 0.66) per kilowatt-hour. This could translate into meaningful savings for participants, providing both financial benefits and environmental impact reductions.