Smart meters coming to PNM customers

Smart meters coming to PNM customers  Albuquerque Journal

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Oct 20, 2024 - 15:00 Updated: Oct 21, 2024 - 14:07
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Smart meters coming to PNM customers

The Public Service Company of New Mexico Receives Approval to Install Smart Meters

The Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) has obtained approval from state regulators to proceed with the installation of smart meters for its customers. As part of the approval, PNM is also required to offer a $10 opt-out option for customers who do not wish to have smart meters installed.

Concerns about Health Impacts Addressed

Despite repeated attempts by individuals expressing concerns about the potential health impacts of smart meters’ radioactive frequency emissions, the Public Regulation Commission has granted approval for PNM to move forward with the installation.

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

The article discusses concerns about the potential health effects of smart meters, which relates to SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being. Additionally, the installation of smart meters by the Public Service Company of New Mexico is connected to SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy, as smart meters are a technology that can help improve energy efficiency and sustainability.

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

  • SDG 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.
  • SDG 7.3: By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency.

The concerns about the health effects of smart meters relate to the target of reducing illnesses from hazardous chemicals and pollution (SDG 3.9). The installation of smart meters by the Public Service Company of New Mexico aligns with the target of improving energy efficiency (SDG 7.3).

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

The article does not explicitly mention any indicators related to the identified targets. However, potential indicators for measuring progress towards SDG 3.9 could include the number of reported health issues related to smart meters or the levels of electromagnetic radiation emitted by the meters. For SDG 7.3, indicators could include the energy savings achieved through the use of smart meters or the reduction in carbon emissions resulting from improved energy efficiency.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

SDGs Targets Indicators
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being SDG 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination. No specific indicators mentioned in the article.
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy SDG 7.3: By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency. No specific indicators mentioned in the article.

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