Do I have to have a Linky meter in France?

An individual Linky meter costs an estimated 150€ to 200€ to install, and while obligatory for French households, it comes at no cost to the consumer. Note that it is not permitted to refuse the installation of a Linky meter (find out more – in French).

Can I refuse a Linky meter?

The Ministry of Ecological Transition has said that when a meter is not in a publicly accessible location, an individual is free to accept – or refuse – a Linky installation. Linkys automatically collects data on energy consumption and transmits it to the energy company to eliminate the need for manual readings.

Is there a problem with EDF smart meters?

A report has claimed that smart meters used by one of the UK’s leading energy firms are failing to properly record power usage. The news comes from a report in The Inquirer, which found that smart meters from EDF Energy failed to properly record gas usage.

How do I submit a meter reading to EDF France?

Where do you submit your meter reading? Send your meter reading from your online account or contact an EDF adviser by telephone on +33 (0)9 69 36 63 83 (price of a local call within France) from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Saturday.

Are smart meters compulsory in France?

Smart meters 101: France’s Linky electricity meters. Like other European Union member states, France is legally obliged to turn 80% of its legacy meter stock to smart by 2020 following a European Commission directive issued by Brussels in 2006.

What are Linky meters in France?

Both companies have three months to comply. Linky is a communicating meter (a “smart” meter) that transmits consumption data and receives orders remotely.

What is Linky?

Scottish, of land or country. : resembling or made up of links.

Do I need to keep my smart meter plugged in?

Yes, your smart meter in-home display isn’t designed to be portable. It needs to be plugged into the mains to run. The supplied rechargeable batteries are for short periods when no mains power is available, for example when moving the device from one plug socket to another.

Why has my smart meter stopped sending readings?

It could mean that we’ve lost connection with your electricity meter – either via WAN (Wide Area Network), the HAN (Home Area Network) or both. If the electricity meter’s in a cupboard or cellar, it could be preventing communication (if you’re in a good signal area otherwise).

How often should I submit a meter reading EDF?

At EDF Energy, we aim to obtain at least 1 actual meter reading every 12 months, including meter readings taken by customers themselves.

Can I pay my French EDF bill online?

You can pay your electricity and gas bills in many ways: Paying online or via our mobile app. Using our payment phone line. By Direct Debit. Prepayment.

How does an electricity meter work in France?

It works thanks to a metallic disk which rotates with a speed proportionate to the household’s electricity conmsuption. Thus, the faster a meter turns, the higher the consumption is, with each disk turn corresponds to a certain amount of consumed kWh.

When do the EDF smart meter lines open?

If it’s been more than a week give us a call on 0333 009 7000. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday 8am to 2pm. Why is my smart meter display saying I’m using gas when I’m not?

Why are smart meters so important in France?

The goal behind these smart meters is to enhance energy efficiency in France and Europe. Indeed, with smart meters, consumption can be communicated directly to a provider and the device can be auto-set without a technician having to come round. By 2022, 35 million French households will have been equipped with a Linky device.

What are the activities of the EDF Group?

A quick overview of EDF Group activities : electricity generation ; transmission & distribution ; energy supply ; optimisation & trading. Need photos for your press articles?

Do I have to have a Linky meter in France? An individual Linky meter costs an estimated 150€ to 200€ to install, and while obligatory for French households, it comes at no cost to the consumer. Note that it is not permitted to refuse the installation of a Linky meter (find out more – in…