BGE Metering & Billing Systems Flashcards
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What type of meter does BGE primarily use for its Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program?
Answer: Smart digital two-way communication meter
BGE's AMI program uses smart digital meters that communicate usage data two-way between the customer and BGE automatically.
What is the standard billing cycle length for most BGE residential customers?
Answer: 30 days
BGE residential customers are typically billed on a monthly (approximately 30-day) billing cycle.
Which unit is used to measure residential electric energy consumption on a BGE bill?
Answer: Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
Residential electric energy consumption is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh), which represents power usage over time.
What does the demand charge on a BGE commercial electric bill represent?
Answer: The peak power draw in kilowatts recorded during a set interval
Demand charges reflect the highest rate of power draw (in kW) recorded during a specified interval, typically 15 or 30 minutes.
What does a BGE meter seal indicate when found intact on an installed meter?
Answer: The meter has not been tampered with since it was last sealed by a BGE technician
A BGE meter seal provides tamper evidence, confirming the meter has not been accessed or altered since it was last sealed by authorized personnel.
What communication technology do BGE smart meters typically use to transmit usage data back to BGE?
Answer: Radio frequency (RF) mesh network
BGE smart meters use a radio frequency mesh network to relay consumption data to BGE collection points without requiring a technician site visit.