Not only that, but data from your smart meter can tell your utility company details like when you shower, when you sleep, when you’re home vs when you’re out of the house, and more. Since smart meters emit more radiation than smartphones – which are dangerous in and of themselves – more and more people are fighting these installation initiatives.Īnything connected to the “grid” carries the possibility of being hacked by outside forces. People don’t want smart meters for two main reasons:įirst, they emit dangerous levels of radiation linked to headaches, nausea, dizziness, anxiety, hormonal changes, and many more symptoms. So Why Do People Want Smart Meters Banned in the First Place? To date, only about 37% of EU citizens have been equipped with smart meters, with many countries now fighting against the recommendation. When the EU made its recommendation to convert over to smart meters, its goal was an 80% participation rate by consumers, but the average number is well below that. The same goes for countries such as Croatia, Cypress, the Czech Republic, Greece, and Ireland. Germany actually voted against having a national smart meter roll-out plan and doesn’t encourage (or discourage) its citizens from getting smart meters. Here’s a list of some EU countries and their citizen participation rate: While some countries have aimed for a 100% participation rate from their citizens, others have rejected the efforts and have very low participation rates. The European Union has recommended that all participating countries agree to a 100% participation in switching to smart meters, but so far not all countries are on board. After all, it’s the squeaky wheel gets the oil. Much like other issues in the country, making your voice heard can produce results. Stopping the installation of smart meters in your area of the country is important, and it’s a lot easier when you’re vocal and persistent about the issue. These are both examples of how the attitudes of citizens can make a difference. The decision did not say that smart meters wouldn’t be installed in the future it just said that there was going to be a moratorium for a while until the issue was studied further. Like many other states, New Mexico had a victory in 2018 when it won the right to postpone the installment of smart meters in many of its major cities. Still, the more people who resist this effort by the utility companies to insist that everyone receive a smart meter, the more successful we’ll be. The unfortunate thing is that utility companies sometimes ignore these measures and install smart meters anyway on citizens’ properties. This includes numerous cities, towns, counties, and reservations. Local Governments in California Ban Smart MetersĪs of this writing, more than 50 California municipalities have issued moratoriums and even outright bans on the installation of smart meters. Now let’s look at some of the latest news regarding these attempts to offer opt-outs to customers. If you don’t see your area listed, just give your utility company a call and ask what their policy is regarding smart meter opt-outs. and the state of Pennsylvania.Īll of the remaining states either do not provide for analog opt-outs or their policies are unclear or unknown as of now. States that have banned opting out of smart meters:Īreas that require you to have smart meters: Washington, D.C. States that leave it to the utility companies to determine opt-out eligibility: Florida, Maryland, and Nevada. States where you’re allowed to keep your existing meter as the opt-out: States where analog meters are still offered in lieu of smart meters: If there’s any good news, it’s that some localities allow opt-outs so that customers can keep their analog utility meter or at least get a digital one that doesn’t send data wirelessly.įollowing is the current status in various parts of the United States. Unfortunately, smart meters are being installed across the board without any input from consumers in many areas, which means consumers have no choice but to accept them as part of their lives. Still, there are some areas that are more “analog” friendly than others, so let’s talk about that… Smart Meter Opt-Out Statesīecause of the uproar associated with smart meters – mostly due to the radio frequency radiation emitted by these devices – some areas across the country are allowing citizens to opt out of them. I know if I could I’d LOVE to live in an RF and EMF quiet zone. If you’re looking to move and you’re aware of the growing threat of EMF, you may be wondering…
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