Policy paper

Study on Access to Smart Meter Benefits for Blind and Partially Sighted Consumers

The Smart Meters Programme commissioned SQW to look at options for ensuring that blind and partially sighted consumers can access the benefits for smart meters.

• From: Department of Energy & Climate Change
• Published: 25 March 2013

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

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Study on Access to Smart Meter Benefits for Blind and Partially Sighted Consumers

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The Smart Meters Programme commissioned SQW to look at options for ensuring that blind and partially sighted consumers can access the benefits for smart meters. The report provides details of SQW’s findings, along with conclusions and recommendations, including the recommendation that energy suppliers offer In Home Displays tailored for these customers.

Published 25 March 2013