Vattenfall, a World Leader in Smart Metering, Taps eMeter for Essential Grid Management Capabilities

Software Delivers Agility to Power Tailored Solutions for Diverse Markets
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
eMeter, the leading global provider of Smart Grid Management Software, announced
that the Vattenfall Group has selected eMeter`s EnergyIPTM meter data management
(MDM) system to provide essential capabilities in support of Vattenfall`s smart
metering initiative. Vattenfall AB is Europe`s fourth largest generator of
electricity and the largest producer of heat, and is responsible for over 6
million utility customers across Finland, Sweden, Germany, Poland and the
Netherlands. Deployment has been completed for Vattenfall Finland and will
provide the flexibility to integrate and automate metering operations and
customer service capabilities tailored for Vattenfall`s Nordic markets. The
objective of the project is to improve operational and energy efficiency while
increasing exemplary satisfaction approval ratings with customers. The project
is expected to improve service for 360000 customers within Vattenfall Finland.
Europe`s recognized leader in Smart Metering and energy efficiency programs,
Vattenfall began adoption of intelligent metering in 2002. Vattenfall`s
experience derived from these earlier projects established key criteria that led
to the selection of eMeter.

EnergyIP provides real-time automation for Vattenfall`s complete meter-to-bill
process, including processes for service automation. The resulting benefits for
Vattenfall`s customers include greater information accuracy and improved
customer service support that includes outage information, increased reliability
and ability to manage renewable energy sources through improving network
planning. In addition, EnergyIP will power Vattenfall`s smart meter lifecycle
which includes smart meter asset tracking, installation management, device
provisioning, and automated incident identification and handling. These
processes will accelerate smart meter deployment; helping eliminate customer
disruption and dramatically reducing call center volume during the transition to
smart metering.

To drive down cost and complexity EnergyIP provides Vattenfall a solution to
support the unique operational and regulatory requirements for each of
Vattenfall`s markets-and enables two-way integration between 20 different meter
protocols and Vattenfall`s SAP Utility Systems. As a member of the SAP
Lighthouse project, eMeter supports efforts to define standard business
interactions, an important consideration to Vattenfall.

"Vattenfall is a leading innovator in smart metering with over a million smart
meter units already in the field. EnergyIP will provide a key component as
Vattenfall implements their aggressive plan for their smart grid future. We will
support Vattenfall`s ability to greatly increase their distributed generation
and add far more renewable resources," said Cree Edwards, Chairman and CEO of
eMeter. "We are excited about working with Vattenfall to support their mission;
to enhance their customers` competitiveness, environment and quality of life
through efficient energy solutions and world class service."

About eMeter

eMeter provides essential software that enables electric, gas and water
utilities to realize the full benefits of Smart Grid. Leading utilities
worldwide depend on eMeter Smart Grid Management software to reduce operational
costs, improve customer service, and drive energy efficiency. With the most
large-scale deployments in the industry and strategic partnerships with
Accenture, IBM, Logica, and Siemens, eMeter has built a reputation for
unparalleled expertise that ensures customer success. For more information
visit: www.emeter.com.

Antenna Group (for eMeter)
Wei-En Tan, +1-415-977-1936
wei@antennagroup.com

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