Smart Meter Installations rebound strongly and held steady during Lockdown 2.0

What a difference a lockdown makes

November’s installation rate was only just behind that seen in October.

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Energy Suppliers have stepped up

Unsurprisingly the areas that saw the most installations were the areas that have the lowest cases of Covid-19.

Places like Devon and Cornwall saw the number of new smart meter installations remain relatively steady during November whereas higher risk areas such as Manchester saw a month-on-month decline.

‘The huge disparity in the installation rates demonstrates how successfully energy companies, distribution network operators and installation engineers have adapted their working practices since mid-summer, to enable installations to continue safely in homes,’ said the DCC.

Energy suppliers, like many other types of businesses have had to make significant changes to ensure that they could remain functioning during the pandemic, but they have risen to the challenge in most cases.

The fact that consumers are allowing smart meters to be installed during the lockdowns shows that the suppliers have won consumer confidence when it comes to performing safe installations.

“These figures show the smart meter roll-out has progressed apace despite the second lockdown. The sustained rebound from the lows of the spring lockdown is testament to the innovation and safe working practices of our customers, and it demonstrates that all involved have earned the confidence of the public.

“The DCC’s secure network is a platform for good, and the data flowing across it is paving the way for better use of renewable energy. With our partners in the energy industry, we’re making Britain more connected so we can all lead smarter, greener lives,” said Angus Flett, Chief executive of the DCC.

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Get DCC connected with Dyball Associates

Energy suppliers can connect with and communicate with the DCC smart meters network via Dyball Associates SaaS DCC Adapter.

The adapter simplifies the process and cuts back on the level of IT development an energy supplier needs to make to their internal systems saving them money and manpower.

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Further Reading

Debunking the most common myths about Smart Meters

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