BRITS will be offered cash to reduce their energy consumption tomorrow as part of a National Grid scheme.
The first Live Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) will take place between 5pm and 6.30pm.
Households who are eligible will be offered cash and other incentives to reduce their energy.
It is unclear how much exactly those taking part will receive.
But Money Saving Expert reports the ESO is paying energy suppliers at least £3 per unit (kilowatt hour) of electricity saved.
Energy suppliers can choose how much of that payment is passed on to users.
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The scheme is aimed at preventing total blackouts during the colder weather by reducing pressure on the network.
A spokesperson for the National Grid ESO (electricity system operator) said: "Our forecasts show electricity supply margins are expected to be tighter than normal on Wednesday evening.
"It does not mean electricity supplies are at risk and people should not be worried.
"These are precautionary measures to maintain the buffer of spare capacity we need."
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So far 1.4million businesses and households and 37 energy suppliers have signed up to take part in the scheme.
It comes after just under £11 million was paid out last year for those taking part.
The scheme was launched following energy shortages last year, partly triggered by Russian gas cuts to Europe following its invasion of Ukraine.
Families don't have to switch off lights during a DFS period but are instead urged to switch off appliances such as washing machines.
Forecasters are warning of snow and ice over the coming days.
High ground across the north of England and Scotland has seen some snow today while a "zone" across the Midlands and the south of England is expected to see widespread snow later in the week.
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