The UK government is investing £4m to support technology initiatives aimed at managing the electricity grid and reducing peak electricity demand by two gigawatts. This initiative seeks to lower electricity bills, enhance energy security, and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. The challenge, led by UK Research and Innovation, focuses on shifting demand patterns and utilizing AI for better forecasting, integrating clean energy for efficiency. Strategies include optimizing heating and cooling automation and employing vehicle-to-grid technology to utilize electric vehicle batteries for peak load management.
"This is a challenge with real impact - if we get it right, we'll save families money, protect the planet and make the UK a clean energy superpower."
The five-year challenge involves both shifting electricity demand from peak times during the evening and weekends, when people are at home, and better forecasting.
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