The heat and humidity this week is forcing many power production and distribution companies to look for ways to cut back peak power usage. That power usually comes at a much higher cost. New technology may soon help consumers better control their power usage, and cut their bills.
Brad Schardin (shar-deen) Manager of Southeastern Electric in Marion, says they have programs available now that lets their customers see their real time electricity usage…..

Schardin says customers can see how much power they are using, and when…..

Schardin says they are also looking at software that would allow better management of power by their customers….

It’s part of the “smart grid” technology that can cut costs, and improve efficiency.