Accessible In-Home Displays

RNIB and smart meter display-manufacturer geo have worked with industry, including trade body Energy UK, to develop the accessible in-home display (AIHD).

An AIHD, which works together with a smart meter, allows you to understand how much energy you are using and so can help manage energy bills.

AIHDs have large, tactile buttons, a high-contrast display and a text-to-speech function. Smart meters and the AIHD are available from energy suppliers at no extra cost. 

“We know many people are worried about increasing energy bills and that the cost-of-living crisis affects blind and partially sighted people disproportionately,” says David Clarke, RNIB’s COO. “AIHDs can be used by people with sight loss to help them take control of their energy use.”

Smart meters provide accurate, rather than estimated, energy bills - making it easier to budget. Also, they send automatic meter-readings to suppliers so there is no need to worry about accessing and reading hard to reach meters. 

And, if a smart meter is in pre-pay mode, consumers can tell when they are close to using their emergency credit.

To find out more please get in touch with the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or contact your energy supplier.