Guidance

Smart meters in the public sector

This introduction to smart meters is aimed at decision makers in the public sector, and illustrates the benefits of installing smart meters.

Documents

An introductory guide to smart meters for the public sector (PDF)

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Details

This guidance is for decision makers working on energy and sustainability projects, broader estates management, and finance, in public sector organisations such as:

  • local authorities
  • schools
  • NHS Trusts
  • emergency services

It includes a selection of case studies to help public sector organisations better understand how they can benefit from smart meters.

Published 17 November 2021
Last updated 22 June 2023 + show all updates
  1. We have updated this guidance to address further questions received since first published.

  2. First published.