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Policy Background
Shandong's August 2024 notice eases resident application paperwork so more get compliant independent-metering meters. NDRC pricing policy lets directly metered users voluntarily choose time-of-use rates, with off-peak rates clearly lower.
Local Rollout
In Zhifu, after power channels open time-of-use, 'plug in at bedtime, full by morning' becomes routine. Operators make billing details transparent so residents can calculate and trust, seeing each kilowatt-hour's price in the app.
In-Depth View
Across the industry, transparent billing is the cornerstone of trust and the key to repeat use. The policy's deeper value is using price leverage to guide disordered charging into ordered use, a win for grid and user.
Practical Tips
Residents can apply for independent metering and off-peak rates, charging mostly off-peak. Operators should provide a clear electricity-cost breakdown. Communities can add time-of-use tips to education.
Local Service and Support
Dongshang New Energy operates charging sites across Yantai and surrounding counties in Shandong. In Zhifu, Dongdian Huichong provides integrated survey, construction and managed operation for communities and public stations, backed by 7x24 smart monitoring and a local team residents can consult nearby.