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E-REDES installs 6 million smart meters

The milestone represents a significant step forward for the quality public service both in the supply of electricity and in supporting the energy transition that E-REDES aspires to.

The installation of smart meters is a crucial step in the transformation of the electricity sector in Portugal: it allows for more efficient energy management, promotes better energy habits, helps to reduce the carbon footprint and contributes to the elimination of estimated bills.

E-REDES has exceeded the target of 6 million smart meters installed across the country, which represents coverage of around 94% of customers in mainland Portugal.

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Alongside this progress, E-REDES is also focusing on installing DTCs (Distribution Transformer Controllers) in Medium Voltage/Low Voltage Transformer Stations, which are essential for managing communication with smart meters. Currently, almost 64,000 DTCs have been installed, which represents more than 95% of the target set for 2024 (approximately 67,000).

The final target of 6.4 million smart meters, installed and in remote management, represents approximately all the customers in mainland Portugal, and is expected to be reached by the end of 2024. Meeting this target reinforces E-REDES' commitment to quality of service and the energy transition.

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When we provide a distribution network with the capacity to manage energy flows flexibly and obtain information on their status at each location and moment, we create a Smart Grid, with the potential to make the electricity system more efficient, sustainable and with better quality of service.

Luís Filipe Pereira, Smart Grid Operations Manager

See in the images below how many smart meters need to be installed for E-REDES to reach 100% in BTN installations (with a contract) in your municipality.

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