How melita.io and Countrol Are Powering Germany’s Energy Transition: Revolutionising Smart Metering

Germany is falling behind in the race to digitalise its energy sector. As of 31 December 2024, only 1,158,745 of the country’s 53,215,269 electricity meters were smart, according to the latest data from the Federal Network Agency. This accounts for a mere 2.18%, highlighting the urgent need for progress. Meanwhile, many European countries have already rolled out smart meters to more than 90% of households.

Why is Germany lagging? Strict regulations and complex requirements make it difficult to deploy smart meters in a cost-effective way. Yet without them, achieving a successful energy transition is nearly impossible.

Powering Smart Metering with melita.io

“The attractive and flexible IoT data mobile tariffs from melita.io are a game-changer for us,” says Nikolaus Starzacher, Chief Technology Officer of Countrol. “They ensure we are ready for the future of data-heavy applications. Whether it’s optimising EV charging stations and heat pumps or monitoring energy consumption in real time, we are prepared. We can also manage multiple meters in shared buildings, such as in tenant electricity models or collective building supply, known as Gemeinschaftlicher Gebäudeversorgung (GGV) in Germany, all without extra costs for customers.”

To support Countrol, melita.io has moved beyond traditional, rigid mobile tariffs. Their tailored connectivity solutions simplify smart meter rollouts and enable higher data volumes for innovative applications. With a roaming SIM that connects to all three German mobile networks, melita.io ensures seamless failover capability and always selects the strongest available signal in any given area. This reliable, high-performance connectivity, combined with a more competitive pricing model, is helping to fast-track Germany’s overdue progress in smart metering.

Driving Germany Towards a Smarter, More Sustainable Future

Germany still has a long way to go in smart metering, but the right approach can drive change. Flexible mobile connectivity, cost-effective solutions, and streamlined rollout processes are key. By fostering partnerships like that of melita.io and Countrol, Germany can finally unlock the full potential of its energy transition and create a more efficient, sustainable future.

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Nikolaus Starzacher, Countrol and Frank Thelen, melita.io