Smart meters offer numerous advantages that are of great benefit to both the energy and real estate sectors as well as end consumers
The digitalization of the energy transition is about to reach a decisive turning point: the new law from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection (BMWK) provides clear impetus to massively drive forward the installation of smart meters. The aim is to equip 25% of households in Germany with smart meters by 2025 and as many as 95% by 2031. But what are smart meters? What do they mean for the energy and real estate sector, and what role does ROCKETHOME play?
Smart meters: The backbone of modern energy management systems
Smart meters, also known as "intelligent metering systems" (iMSys), are digital electricity meters that record and digitally evaluate energy consumption and feed-in in buildings in detail. In contrast to conventional analog or simple digital electricity meters, which only measure and display total electricity consumption, smart meters offer a deeper analysis of energy consumption and production. As a result, they form the basis for dynamic tariffs and HEMS.
Smart meters and dynamic tariffs: Flexibility and cost savings
From 2025, all electricity suppliers will be obliged to offer dynamic tariffs that make it possible to shift electricity consumption to more cost-effective times - a decisive factor for property owners and energy suppliers. To be able to use dynamic tariffs, a smart meter is required: the digital meter shows the electricity consumption in real time and the electricity provider also transmits the current exchange electricity price. Customizable automations can be used to create individual rules to save energy costs.
Smart meters and HEMS
In addition to dynamic tariffs, smart metering systems provide the basis for HEMS: smart meters supply the necessary real-time data on energy consumption and energy generation, for example from photovoltaic systems. The data fed into a HEMS by smart meters enables precise control and optimization of the entire energy budget. This overall system not only leads to greater energy efficiency, but also supports the sustainable operation of buildings.
Advantages of smart metering systems
The benefits of smart meters in combination with dynamic tariffs and HEMS are advantageous for both the real estate industry and energy companies as well as their end customers. While real estate owners can shift the electricity consumption of their buildings to more cost-effective times and thus reduce operating costs, end consumers have the opportunity to purchase electricity at negative prices in times of grid overcapacity or to sell their self-generated electricity at a profit on the energy market. This results in further advantages for various stakeholders:
- Monitoring and ESG reporting: In the context of HEMS, smart meters also offer valuable data for monitoring and ESG reporting, providing information on savings measures.
- Precise analysis and optimization of energy flows: One of the biggest advantages of smart meters is the ability to record and analyze detailed consumption and generation data in real time.
- Contribution to the energy transition and increased efficiency: Smart meters enable better control and utilization of the electricity grids and thus support the integration of renewable energies.
- Maximizing energy self-sufficiency: Optimizing self-consumption for energy self-management
TheROCKETHOME product range
Data from smart meters also forms the basis for ROCKETHOME's HEMS. Our products, such as the EnergyMeter and the optical reader, enable detailed monitoring and control of energy flows in buildings, which improves both efficiency and sustainability.
EnergyMeter and optical reader: your solution for precise energy flow measurements
Our EnergyMeter is specially designed to precisely measure the energy flows in buildings and systems - including photovoltaic feed-in and grid feed-in. This device forms the basis for effective energy management by providing a detailed visualization of all feed-ins and household consumption. The optical reader complements this solution by enabling simple installation on existing electricity meters. It reads the consumption data digitally and transfers it directly to the ROCKETHOME app so that energy companies and property managers can access up-to-date data at any time and use it to optimize energy use.
Conclusion: With smart meters for energy efficiency and transition
Smart metering systems form the basis for a variety of innovative business models and are essential for meeting legal requirements in the energy management of buildings. As the basis for dynamic tariffs and HEMS, the three components form an overall system that opens up new opportunities for both the energy and real estate sectors to increase efficiency, reduce costs and develop sustainable business models. Not only can customized solutions be created in the B2C sector, but the ecological footprint of operating costs can also be reduced. With ROCKETHOME, you have a strong partner who not only provides you with the necessary tools for modern energy management, but also helps you to take full advantage of the opportunities offered by the new legislation.
Visit our webshop to find out more about our products such as the EnergyMeter and the optical reader. Together we are shaping the future of the energy transition - digitally, efficiently and sustainably.
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