People in UK could get discounted or even free electricity this summer. This is because energy companies may have too much energy. They do not want to waste it. In summer, people use less electricity because they turn on lights less. There is also more energy coming from solar panels. Power companies say that on sunny days, "weather conditions result in excess supply". This means electricity companies could allow houses and businesses to use electricity for free on sunny weekends. Energy suppliers say households could use appliances like washing machines or dishwashers and charge electric vehicles at no cost during periods of excess supply.
idea for discounted or free power came from National Energy System Operator (NESO). Its website says it is "responsible for planning and delivering energy of today and future". The operator also says it will "deliver what is needed to reach zero-carbon future". A NESO spokeswoman explained the benefits of new idea. She said it would "not only reward consumers and businesses for flexible electricity use," but also make Great Britain's electricity network stronger and more efficient. spokesman from National Gas believes there could be free summer power even with war in the Middle East. He said: "The market has capacity to deliver sufficient supply."
