Energy efficiency stimulation project given over £700,000

The project, fronted by global data science software company ONZO, will present customers of a Scottish energy provider with personalised information and advice around their energy usage in order to spot waste and reduce demand.

It is hoped that the study will help decrease the total level of required electricity generation and reduce reliance on carbon intensive power stations, which will minimise emissions and facilitate the push towards renewable energy.

ONZO has been awarded the funding of £747,000 in conjunction with Imperial College London, who will measure the effectiveness of the company’s interactions with the customers to understand the impact on long term behavioural change.

Spencer Rigler (right), CEO of ONZO said: “This project will allow energy companies to actively engage with consumers in an effective way, while addressing the global challenge of energy consumption.

“ONZO’s insight will help to increase energy efficiency, bring clarity to consumers’ energy bills and ultimately, save them money.”