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information , so they can make more informed decisions and ultimately reduce consumption and manage cost . This is facilitated by enabling retailers , rather than distributors , the opportunity to offer consumers a smart meter bundle – including a way to view that data , such as an online portal presence where they can look at that data and make decisions about usage ,” Nidd says .

“ Obviously , it ’ s beneficial to everyone to use less power and put less pressure on the grid overall , and this process starts with the data . Data is at the core of everything . Consumers can use this data to look at shifting usage and moving to ‘ time of use ’ offers . With access to this kind of data , retailers can overlay other energy related products and services such as energy efficient appliances , bundled

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