Written answers

Thursday, 11 October 2007

Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

Electricity Generation

5:00 pm

Photo of Joe CostelloJoe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)
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Question 57: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the plans in place to implement a policy of installing smart electricity meters in every home to allow households to manage their electricity use better; the amount this system would cost; the way he will implement same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23093/07]

Photo of Eamon RyanEamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)
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In line with the Programme for Government commitment to ensure that the ESB installs smart electronic meters in every home, I have mandated my Department to work as a priority with the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER), ESB Networks, and Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) to expedite a costed national smart meter roll-out programme, building on research and pilot projects to date as well as best international practice.

The issue of cost will be fully addressed in the context of developing and rolling out the national smart meter programme. It will factor in the real benefits which smart metering can deliver for consumers by allowing them to reduce their bills by cutting back on unnecessary use of electricity as well as the benefits which will accrue for the economy and society as a whole in terms of enhanced security and sustainability of energy supply.

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