Why is the UK installing Smart meters?
The Smart meter roll out is one of the biggest national upgrades ever undertaken in the UK.
A government initiative
Smart meter installation is the first step in replacing the UK’s aging energy system with a new Smart energy infrastructure, helping us reduce carbon emissions.Heading towards a Smarter future
Many of us have already got smartphones and smart TVs. In the future, more of our everyday appliances will use smart technology. Smart meters pave the way for smarter, more energy efficient homes right across the UK.
Upgrading our energy system
The Smart meter roll out will help Britain be more energy efficient, manage our finite energy sources better and play our part in the global bid to tackle climate change.Smart meters are not compulsory, but the information they give us will make us more aware of the energy we use, showing us where we can be more efficient, change our behaviour to reduce usage, and save money.
Moving to a new Smart grid
The Smart grid will have greater capacity to cope with our energy demands as smart technology changes the way we live, work and travel.
It will also provide secure, reliable energy to all, tackle power cuts faster and make the UK a greener, more energy efficient nation.
Our roll out is underway
We began our mass roll out to over 3 million homes in 2016. Our roll out is taking place region by region.
Your Smart meter won’t cost you anything upfront and we’ll tell you in advance when your Smart meter will be installed. If you’d like to follow the progress of our roll out, register your interest and we’ll keep you informed.
Smart Meter Installation Code of Practice
When we come to install your Smart meters we’ll work to the Ofgem-approved Smart Metering Installation Code of Practice (PDF, 786KB).
This ensures a high standard of service throughout the installation process. We’ll explain the benefits and show you how to get the best from your Smart energy display.
- New licence conditions for energy suppliers
- Installer training and certification
- Customer communications; before during and after installation
- Appointment handling
- Guidelines on how vulnerable customers should be considered
