Brits might get up to £350 off their energy bills if they back a nearby wind farm under a new scheme being examined by ministers.
Boris Johnson first discussed the idea earlier this year as part of his energy security strategy, meant to bolster the UK's energy supplies and reduce dependence on Russian energy.
Octopus Energy in Yorkshire and Wales is trialling a scheme where supporters of wind projects receive 20% discounts on their energy bills and reports indicate business secretary Kwasi Kwarteng is reviewing a similar move.
"There is potential for more onshore wind but it has to be done with community consent," a government official told the Daily Mail.
While it is appropriate for communities to share in the financial rewards as part of this process, said the official, he added, "By definition the amount of electricity generated depends on how much the wind blows, but there are some models that suggest you could be looking at average discounts of about £350 a year."
Reports indicate Market Weighton in Yorkshire, and Caerphilly in Wales have used the Octopus scheme to get a discount of £350.
When the turbines are spinning, those who support a local wind farm receive discounts of 20% on their electricity bills, with the discount pushed to 50% if wind speeds rise to 20mph.