Chaired by former Tomorrow’s World presenter Maggie Philbin, the panel of energy specialists, a futurologist and a University of Oxford academic, forecast the tech that will transform our lives by 2070
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To make the most of the technology we can expect to find in our homes, the panel said Britain must use energy in a more flexible way. They highlighted smart meters as key to enabling our homes to respond to our changing needs, helping us to integrate renewable energy and making the home of the future exciting and affordable to run.
A third of Brits also think light switches will be obsolete by 2070, and the future could see the end of remote control quarrels too, with over a quarter saying the channel changer will be a relic by the same date. A fifth also think plug sockets and even the humble kettle won’t be around by 2070 either.Having a party? Automated walls open up flexible spaces to accommodate more people, while the lighting adapts to suit the mood.
“Getting a smart meter for your home is a simple thing that will help you to make the most of the advancements in technology, especially when it comes to how we use, and pay for, energy.
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