10 Aug 2007
Industry Metrics
Smart metering: penetration levels set to surge in North America
While smart metering in North America has a relatively low penetration at present, with just 5.5% of households having installed the technology in 2006, this is set to increase rapidly over the next few years to reach close to 90% of households by 2012. This will be driven by both state/province-level legislation and by the fact that smart meters are already prevalent in residential premises in North America, compared to other markets where the transition of smart metering from commercial and industrial to residential premises is in its infancy.
back to top