I miss-typed! I was referring to Eversource, not NationalGrid > On Nov 18, 2024, at 5:39 PM, Forest Brown <[email protected]> wrote: > > Dear Neighbors, > > I wanted to bring to your attention some important information about upcoming > changes to our utility meters, specifically the transition to smart meters, > which National Grid is beginning to roll out in our area. Many of us will > soon be contacted by National Grid as they move forward with this transition, > and I wanted to make sure you're informed about your options. > > What’s happening? > National Grid is in the process of replacing traditional meters with smart > meters in homes throughout our area. Smart meters are designed to > automatically transmit your energy usage data to the company, which, in > theory, eliminates the need for meter readers to visit homes. > > Why opt out? > While National Grid has promoted smart meters as a convenient upgrade, there > are several important considerations to be aware of: > > Health and Safety Concerns: Smart meters emit electromagnetic fields (EMFs) > to transmit data, which some studies suggest could have health impacts, > particularly for vulnerable individuals. There are also ongoing concerns > about the cumulative exposure to EMFs in our homes from multiple devices. > > Privacy Issues: Smart meters collect detailed data on your energy usage > patterns, which raises concerns about privacy. This data could potentially be > shared with third parties or used to track behavior in ways we may not be > comfortable with. > > Impact on Your Neighbors: Even if you're not personally concerned about the > health risks of smart meters, it's important to consider the potential impact > on your neighbors. Smart meters transmit radiation up to 500 feet from the > meter itself, meaning the signals can affect nearby homes. For those who are > sensitive to electromagnetic radiation, this could be a significant concern, > especially in densely populated neighborhoods. > > Cost and Customer Benefits: When I spoke with a National Grid technician > recently, I asked what benefits customers would miss out on by opting out of > the smart meter program. He confirmed that there is no direct benefit to the > customer — it only benefits National Grid, as they no longer need to send > technicians out to read meters. > > The Safe Option: The technician also agreed that opting out is the safest > choice to minimize potential risks from the technology. If you are not > comfortable with having a smart meter installed, it’s your right to opt out. > > How to Opt Out > National Grid should be contacting us about the install. If you wish to > decline the installation of a smart meter in your home, you can communicate > to your National Grid account manager that you would like formally request to > opt-out. They will be able to assist you in preserving your traditional meter. > > Bottom Line: > While National Grid is pushing forward with smart meters, it is important to > remember that you do not have to accept one if you feel uncomfortable. The > choice is yours. I encourage you to consider the information, weigh the > potential health, privacy, and safety concerns, and make the decision that is > best for you, your family, and your community. > > Stay safe and informed, > Forest > > -- > The LincolnTalk mailing list. > To post, send mail to [email protected]. > Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. > Change your subscription settings at > https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln. >
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