It is important to be aware of energy usage. Smart meters can help households be more energy aware, as well as understand how much electricity different appliances use. 

Households benefit from being given energy saving tips - here and here and from being aware of the common myths about using and saving energy.

Energy is a complex and specialised area.

Households benefit through a wider awareness of energy in the home, including ways to pay for energy, heating benefits, Priority Services Register, meter readings, condensation dampness, energy debt, price comparisons, switching supplier, myths around switching supplier, heating systems, insulation and fuel poverty.