The Solar PV Smart Meter Explained

Learn how smart meters work with solar PV systems and how they measure electricity imported from the grid and exported from your installation.

Jan 19, 2026 | Video

About Solar Smart Meters

A smart meter records electricity moving between a property and the grid. This includes power imported from the grid and electricity exported from a solar PV system.

In this video we explain how smart meters work in solar installations. They help measure the energy your system produces. They also record electricity sent back to the grid.

Understanding this process helps homeowners and businesses see how solar electricity is used.

You may also find these guides useful:
How Solar Panels Work
How the Solar PV Inverter Works

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