SmartMeter™ Benefits
SmartMeter™ technology allows us to become active energy participants where we all can benefit from more reliable power, reduced carbon footprint and cleaner energy development.
Track energy use online
See your energy use by month, by day, by the hour.
Energy Alerts
Get notified by email, text message or phone when your electric use is moving toward a higher-cost tier.
What is a SmartMeter™?
How can we modernize our current electric grid into a Smart Grid that is safe, more reliable and more efficient? One way is through the use of something called a SmartMeter™. It’s a helpful device that connects your home to the electric grid, allowing you to see how and when you are seeing your energy in greater detail.
The SmartMeter™ connects your home in a two-way communication with the electric grid. This helps manage the demand on the grid and increase service and reliability. This also helps you make more informed choices about your energy consumption and have greater control of your monthly costs.
How does it work?
The SmartMeter™ system collects electric and natural gas usage data from your home or business. SmartMeter™ electric meters record residential electric usage hourly and commercial electric usage in 15 minute increments. SmartMeter™ natural gas modules attached to gas meters record gas usage daily. This data is periodically transmitted to us via a secure wireless communication network.
What can it do for me?
The SmartMeter™ system allows you to view your hourly electric and daily gas energy usage data. So now you can easily find out exactly how much energy you are using over the course of the day, week, or month—valuable information you can use to make smarter energy choices. Just go to My Energy any time to get a detailed picture of your usage.*
Pricing Plans
- Learn about future pricing plans enabled by SmartMeter™ technology
SmartMeter™ Opt-Out Program
- You can opt-out of the SmartMeter™ Program and keep the existing meter at your home. For more information on SmartMeter™ call us at 1-866-743-0263 or opt-out online.
Notification of Public Participation Hearing
The California Public Utilities Commission is holding meetings throughout PG&E’s service area to accept public comment on PG&E's application of proposed modifications to its SmartMeter™ Program for residential customers (A.11-03-014).
Bakersfield
December 13, 2012, 6 p.m.
Bakersfield City Hall
Council Chambers
1501 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301Santa Barabara
December 14, 2012, 3 p.m.
County Administration Building
Board Hearing Room, 4th Floor
105 East Anapamu Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101Los Angeles
December 17, 2012, 6 p.m.
Junipero Serra State Office Building
Carmel Room: Auditorium, 1st Floor
320 West 4th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013San Clemente
December 18, 2012, 6 p.m.
San Clemente Community Center
Ole Hanson Fireside Room
100 N. Calle Seville
San Clemente, CA 92672Santa Rosa
December 20, 2012, 2 p.m.
Steel Lane Community Center
Dohn Room
415 Steele Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Analog Meters
Analog MetersHaven't received your SmartMeter™ device? Learn to read your current analog meter and see your meter reading schedule.
