What exactly does this thing do? I read the article but it never really mentioned.
Is it just a replacement for an older style of electric usage meter?
It’s supposed to allow the power company to shut down power to your house remotely, among other things.
But, they have issues. The readings can be way off, there’s a chance the shut-off signal could be hacked. but mainly, it’s about who decides what goes on your property, you or them?
The new meters, among other “features”, allow anyone in control of the meter to remotely turn off the electricity to your house.
I think the end game here is to make you pay more for power when demand is high, like on hot days, when you need it.
And when it is more expensive for the utility.
Follow the money.