Most homes already have a smart meter that digitally communicates with the electric grid. If you're looking to get rooftop solar panels, a smart meter is an essential piece of equipment. Here's why.

They’re called smart meters. And both Con Edison and NYSEG utility companies say they are a way for customers to keep watch on energy use and to save money. Con Edison said on its website it has ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — How can RG&E customers find out when their homes or businesses will get a smart meter? RG&E’s online smart meter installation tool is meant to give you an idea of when you can expect ...

There’s an ongoing effort to install smart meters throughout FirstEnergy service areas, including in Toledo. And it could come at a price and some customers are upset by the change.

VESTAL (WBNG) - For NYSEG’s Binghamton division, efforts to install smart meters began in late August. The division covers Broome County, parts of Tioga County, Chenango County and Cortland County.

Hope you had a merry Christmas and are ready for a smart meter New Year. That’s not exactly the seasonal greeting given by electricity provider AEP-PSO, but it may not be too far off. In 2015. the ...