06.02.24

How smart is smart metering?

Last year your AF Energy team arranged over 1,000 smart meter (SMETS2) installations for sites in the AF electricity portfolio. But that’s just the start. There are lots more to install this year.

We’re prioritising smart meter installations for Members whose existing meters use the Ratio Teleswitch Service (RTS).

RTS will be switched off at the end of March 2024. So if we’ve already contacted you about this, get in touch with us. We’ll arrange your SMETS2 smart meter to be installed before your current meter stops working at the end of March.

What are the benefits?

Members who’ve already had SMETS2 smart meters installed are telling us about the benefits.

No more:

• monthly meter readings
• estimated bills
• credits and rebills

Hear how making the switch to smart metering has worked for them in our Member case studies coming soon.

Are smart meters an AF initiative?

No. There are now over 16 million SMETS2 smart meters installed across the UK, making them an important part of everyday electricity portfolio management for everyone.

Does the technology work?

Yes, it’s tried and tested. There have been some teething problems with connectivity to auto-send readings but coverage is improving.

The meters are subject to strict measurement control and your electricity usage data is held securely in a closed system.

Still have questions?

You’re not alone. Read our answers to Members’ most frequently asked questions below.  Or get in touch with us by email to energy@af.farm or call 01603 881 910. We’re here to help.