Smart card for energy users

ENERGY users will be able to use a smart card to pay their bills in post offices and shops nationwide under a new initiative.

The small wallet-sized SmarterEnergy card will be rolled out for Airtricity customers next week, allowing them to top up payments on their bills with little fuss. Bill payers will be able to manage their gas and electricity costs with the new card, regardless of their bank direct debit set ups.

There will be no need to present a paper bill when making a payment, and the new service will cost consumers nothing.