Remote control generator

A generator for providing electrical power, the generator being provided with a control unit for controlling the generator, wherein the generator includes a communication receiver such that the generator is able to be remotely controlled by instructions received by way of the communication receiver. A method of supplying electrical power including the steps of: providing a plurality of generators rated at a first capacity but restricted to a second capacity, the second capacity being lower than the first capacity; leasing the generators to customers at a lease rate commensurate with the second capacity; on approval from the customers, selectively remotely derestricting the generators to operate at the first capacity and at a lease rate commensurate with the first capacity.