Although many people oppose the new smart meter plan, BC Hydro will still continue installing it in homes throughout the province. BC Hydro’s vice-president, Greg Reimer stated that the number of people opposing the plan only represent a very small fraction of BC Hydro’s customer base. Those who oppose are primarily concerned about the health related issues associated with the wireless functionality of the new smart meters. However, BC Hydro has stated that if people do not want a smart meter installed, they will not install one. By the end of 2012, BC Hydro projects to have installed nearly 1.8 million smart meters.

I think that by implementing this new smart meter plan, many thousands who oppose the plan will most certainly feel helpless due to the power of the crown corporation’s monopoly. The negative impact on health argument can be deemed invalid because most, if not all of our everyday electronic devices emit wireless signals that have a negative effect on our health. A question arises as to whether or not these smart meters will be profitable for BC Hydro because of their accuracy in determining consumption. People will need to realize there isn’t much they can do so it’s best to get over it and move on.

Source: CBC News Canada