Smart meter rollout hits 20 million milestone as installations pick up pace
The Data Communications Company (DCC) has hailed a new landmark in the rollout of smart meters, as the 20 millionth device was connected to its national network.
The Data Communications Company (DCC) has hailed a new landmark in the rollout of smart meters, as the 20 millionth device was connected to its national network.
Current± takes a look at the role of smart meters in energy security and what more needs to be done to enable time of use energy tariffs.
Supplier Shell Energy and smart energy infrastructure company SMS have extended their exclusivity agreement for the installation of smart meters.
The smart meter network in Britain has doubled over the last 12 months, with 6.7 million smart meters connected to the Data Communications Company’s (DCC) network in 2020/21.
SMS is to be the first meter installer, manager and operator to offer Aclara’s complete portfolio of SMETS2 gas and electric smart meters to the UK utilities market.
Over 15 million electricity smart meters have been installed since the rollout began in 2012, reaching a new milestone for the programme.
The installation of smart meters fell 40% year-on-year in January, as the enduring impact of the COVID-19 lockdown continues to be felt.
The 10 millionth smart meter has been installed in Great Britain in a significant milestone for the technology.
Energy management solutions company Landis+Gyr has secured a major contract with EDF for smart meters.