A municipal utility near Sacramento, California has deployed more than 120,000 smart meters as part of a multi-year improvement project.

Roseville Utilities said the effort was completed three months ahead of schedule. The meters will support residential and customer engagement by the city’s electric and water utilities.

“Modernizing our metering system is a game-changer for both the environment and our customers,” said Sean Bigley, Roseville’s assistant environmental utilities director. “It allows us to monitor usage patterns better, reduce waste, and offer more personalized support to our residents.” 

The meter upgrade uses advanced metering infrastructure and introduces a two-way communication system for electric and water meters. City employees will no longer need to visit homes or businesses to read meters physically; they can send commands through the network to connect services and perform maintenance virtually. Ultimately, the project is expected to yield faster customer service resolution and smarter billing information.