Utilities tell committee most customers accept AMI; opt-outs are rare but raise manual‑read and cost questions Electric utilities and municipal representatives described advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) deployments, low current opt‑out rates and the operational and cost implications of manual reads; utilities said opt‑out cost recovery should be allowable and cybersecurity requirements and PUC oversight apply to vendors.

Utilities reveal that while opt-out requests for advanced metering infrastructure are rare, they could significantly impact operational costs and cybersecurity measures.

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Panel updates 'smart meter' bill to 'advanced metering infrastructure,' narrows cybersecurity disclosure Amendments to S.213 replace "smart meter" terminology with "advanced metering infrastructure device," add opt‑out and cost recovery language, and shift cybersecurity measures from public permit language to confidential guidance issued by ANR after consulting Agency of Digital Services.

Vermont's Natural Resources & Energy Committee is redefining "smart meters" while tightening cybersecurity measures to better protect public water systems and electric companies.

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Smart Water Meters: Powering the Future of Sustainable Water Management The smart water meters market is rapidly evolving, reshaping how utilities and industries measure, monitor, and manage water usage. According to a MarketsandMarkets report, the market was valued at US...

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