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Amazing video by Technology Connections. It's a long one, but don't miss his 30 minute angry rant at the end.

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[–] Cort@lemmy.world 6 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (1 children)

It is in some markets. California PG&e has it, Texas is offering subsidies in some cities for it, and I've heard that it's becoming popular in the UK too (octopus iirc).

[–] miked@piefed.social 5 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I forget the exact rates but the time-of-use pricing from PG&E was pretty good. Cheaper rates from 9pm to about 6am. After getting used to it running large appliances like dishwasher and laundry became easy.

[–] Cort@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago

Yeah, and borderline extortionate pricing from 2pm-6pm