Smart meters for SMEs

Smart meters

A smart meter is an electronic device that measures how much electricity you use. Smart meters are the latest digital technology.

ESB Networks are replacing domestic and business analogue meters nationwide. By the end of 2025 almost every SME in Ireland will have a smart meter. See the ESB Networks Smart Meter FAQs for more on the rollout.

How they record electricity use

Smart meters record electricity use every 30 minutes and automatically send meter readings. Gone is the need to take manual meter readings for accurate bills. With no more estimated bills, your business will pay for the electricity actually used in each billing period.

Your smart meter data shows how much and when you use electricity in your business. 30min smart meter data is available through an ESB Networks account for every smart meter, regardless of your supplier or tariff.

Benefits for your business

Accurate data means you'll know exactly how much electricity your business used at different times of the day. You can make informed decisions about how to adjust your electricity use and choose the correct tariff for your business.

Benefits of a smart meter include:

• No more estimated bills. Up to date meter readings are available to your supplier, so you are only billed for the energy you use.
• Manage bills and electricity use. Use insights to make informed decisions on adjusting the use of electricity in your business.
• Lower your carbon footprint. Use insights to improve efficiency by reducing electricity use.
• Microgeneration payments. Get compensation for selling excess electricity to the grid from renewable systems.
• Future smart services. Smart meters will give you access to evolving smart products and services in the future.

Smart meters play a major part in Ireland's transition to a more sustainable energy system. They allow businesses to actively take part in the transition, be more energy efficient and lower their carbon footprint.

There are plenty of ways to make a shift, from building smarter habits in your business to leveraging low carbon technologies.

Contact us

For any smart networks queries, contact [email protected].

If you are unsure whether you already have a smart meter, contact ESB Networks to confirm. ESBN have made it easier to arrange for a smart meter to be installed. All you need to do is register.