Smart Meter Solution for Developing and Emerging Economies

Emerging economies are an increasingly significant part of the global market, and the potential for technology integration and innovation in such areas cannot be overstated. Smart electrical meters are a key component for monitoring and controlling energy consumption, but the installation of such meters assumes the existence of basic smart infrastructures. This paper, however, focuses on the use of home-based smart meters to allow for the remote switching of loads to achieve energy conservation. The design of a smart metering infrastructure coupled with load control capabilities is presented, achieving effective energy management with built-in load control. When deployed, this metering architecture will promote efficient home energy management.