IoT Enabled Smart Energy Meter for Energy Management

An increase in industrial and commercial applications leads to rising the maximum demand for power to be supplied with the existing power capacity of the grids. The Energy management system is one of the critical roles of the grid to supply demand power. This can be achieved by managing the energy consumption at each end node (i.e., Households, industries, Agriculture, and others). In general, traditional energy meters are used to monitor the energy consumption of the user and they don't have any flexibility in remote sharing of the data. But a smart energy meter is an electronic device that monitors and records the energy consumption of a household or commercial establishment in real-time and has the capability of sharing data through any communication protocols. It provides accurate information on electricity usage, cost, and allows users to make informed decisions about their energy consumption. Smart energy meters also enable remote access to energy data, facilitating better energy management and control. For Energy Management, Smart Energy Meter is combined with Home Automation Technology. This system not only tracks energy consumption in real time but also enables the automation of various household appliances based on user preferences and energy. The remote access of the smart meter to the user can be achieved by using cloud-based data sharing via the internet at both ends. The developed system will help the user to provide the Energy consumption parameters and also helps to control the loads remotely through Radio Frequency Communication and internet connections. This provides an overview of the concept of smart energy meters with home automation, outlining their benefits such as energy savings and increased convenience.