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Vic govt to review smart meters

February 10, 2010 by admin

(SMH) The Victorian government has ordered a review of controversial smart meters after the state auditor-general warned electricity consumers would be worse off. The Essential Services Commission will conduct the review "to ensure vulnerable Victorians are not disadvantaged", it was announced on Wednesday. Smart meters will be rolled out to 2.4 million homes and small businesses over the next four years. They communicate directly with power suppliers, enabling them to set peak and off-peak rates. read more