What Is Smart Meter Texas

Smart Meter Texas (SMT) is a meter data access portal established by and jointly managed by the ERCOT region transmission and distribution utilities (CenterPoint, Oncor, AEP, and Texas-New Mexico Power Co.) in conjunction with advanced meter deployment to allow customers to access their energy data.

What's bad about smart meters?

Although smart meters can help you keep track of your energy use, they could also drive up anxiety with elderly or low-income households if they’re constantly reminded of what they’re spending. This could lead to people depriving themselves of adequate heating or lights.

Is it a good idea to have a smart meter?

There are a number of benefits if you have smart meters: More accurate bills. Smart meters mean the end of estimated bills, and the end of overpaying (or underpaying) for your energy. No one has to come to your home to read your meter; you do not have to submit meter readings yourself.