Abstract

Cleco Power’s (Cleco) Advanced Metering Infrastructure project involves the deployment of smart meters, new metering communications infrastructure, and a meter data management system. All of Cleco’s residential, commercial, and small industrial customers receive new meters. The project implements two-way communication and utility applications to: (1) automate meter reading and service activities, (2) identify and respond to customer outages more efficiently, and (3) develop a backbone for future customer systems, advanced electricity service options, and possible time-based rate programs.