Smart meters will replace traditional electricity meters, enabling automated readings and real-time power monitoring for high-use consumers.
Smart meters are set to replace traditional electricity meters under a new project discussed recently at the Parliament premises, with officials focusing on automatic meter reading and better consumer benefits.
Preliminary study reports linked to the installation of smart meters were reviewed during the meeting, where attention was given to implementing the project in a way that benefits both electricity consumers and the Electricity Distribution Lanka Company.
The installation of smart meters will allow real-time monitoring of electricity consumption, while also enabling Automated Meter Reading without the need for human meter readers.
As the first phase of the project, smart meters are expected to be installed for consumers using more than 180 units. Officials also expect this phase to be carried out without charging any fee from consumers.
The meeting emphasized the importance of implementing the project in a way that helps consumers reduce their current electricity bills while also ensuring the future sustainability of electricity companies.
Energy Minister Anura Karunathilaka, Deputy Minister Arkam Ilyas, Electricity Distribution Lanka Company Chairman Rohitha Jayaratne and other officials attended the discussion.
