Metering Insights

Intelligent Systems
Augmenting Rather Than Replacing Human Capability

The swift progress, in intelligence (AI) and smart systems has stirred up discussions about how humans can work alongside advancing technology efficiently. There are differing opinions about the impact of...

When Energy Prices Go Negative
Understanding the Causes and Solutions

Negative wholesale electricity prices present a paradoxical challenge in modern power systems. While seemingly counterintuitive, these events reveal critical insights into grid operations and market dynamics. This analysis examines the...

Is the Electrical Energy Sector Overregulated?

The electrical energy sector is a complex industry that plays a major role in modern economies and societies. It includes the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electric power. Key...

The Challenges of Renewable Energy in Europe
A Comprehensive Overview

Europe stands at the forefront of the global renewable energy transition, driven by ambitious climate goals such as the EU's target to achieve 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. While progress...

Quantum Flux Energy Meter
Functionality, Features, and Advantages in Energy Measurement

Shenzhen, April 1st, 2025 The Quantum Flux Energy Meter represents a substantial evolution in energy measurement technology, leveraging quantum mechanical principles to achieve precision and reliability beyond conventional metering systems....

The Utility Transformation
Innovation or Resistance?

The utility industry finds itself at a critical junction. The intersecting forces of decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization are disrupting century-old utility business models. This transformation requires utilities to rethink their...

Transient Earth Voltage in Smart Metering Systems

Smart meters form the backbone of modern grid digitization, enabling bidirectional energy measurement, demand response, and granular consumption analytics. These devices face unique operational challenges from transient earth voltages (TEVs)—short-duration...

Power Transformers vs Distribution Transformers
Key Differences Engineers Should Know

For most of us, transformers are invisible—silent guardians hidden in plain sight. But for engineers, they are the backbone of the grid's stability. Choosing between a power transformer and a...

Behind the Meter
Current Measurement Techniques in Smart Technology

As energy systems advance, the need for accurate current measurement has grown significantly. Smart meters, as a key component of modern grids, rely on precise current data for billing, load...

Bridging the Gap
The Power of G3 Hybrid Technology in Smart Metering

The rapid evolution of smart grid technology has revolutionized the way utilities monitor, manage, and distribute electricity. At the heart of this transformation lies smart metering, an essential component that...

Breaking Free
Innovating the Energy Sector for a Sustainable Future

The energy sector has long been dominated by large, established players relying on fossil fuels. However, winds of change are starting to blow through the industry. From renewable energy sources...

Load Balancing Techniques for AMI Servers
Ensuring Efficiency and Reliability

Managing network traffic is a major consideration for any organization operating AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) servers. As smart meters and other intelligent endpoints generate more data, the demands on utilities'...